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Wild Winning x Wild Discoverie

A mother and two children smile in awe at the size of the animatronic T-Rex  in lush fern gardens.
2 guests in the Ruffed lemur enclosure with the primates climbing over them, being fed
Large catered function in the viewing park, guests celebrating a corporate party with drinks and BBQ
Sharks, fish and other aquatic creatures in the 200,000L shark tank in the Aquarium.
Reptile Encounter
Family and zoo guide with a Hummer, a vehicle used for night tours within the national zoo
Guests and families enjoying the dining area at the Rhino Bistro / cafe
Photo depicts a family of lions
A mother and two children smile in awe at the size of the animatronic T-Rex  in lush fern gardens.
2 guests in the Ruffed lemur enclosure with the primates climbing over them, being fed
Large catered function in the viewing park, guests celebrating a corporate party with drinks and BBQ
Sharks, fish and other aquatic creatures in the 200,000L shark tank in the Aquarium.
Reptile Encounter

Overview

The National Zoo and Aquarium invites visitors to explore wildlife through Wild Winning and Wild Discoveries, a weekend of interactive activities and family fun. Guests can enjoy outdoor lawn games, creative animal themed colouring and discovery activity sheets that encourage exploration around the zoo. Completed sheets offer the chance to win a place in the zoo's school holiday program, Zoocation. Zoocation is the school holiday program with a difference, during a fun-filled day children will get up close and personal with many of the zoo's animals, learn about their environment, create awesome arts and crafts pieces and have fun on Canberra's best playground!

Visitors can also take part in a lucky door prize draw featuring prizes such as animal encounters, zoo vouchers and an exciting tour. Wild Winning and Wild Discoveries highlights the unique experiences offered at the National Zoo and Aquarium. The event combines interactive activities, educational opportunities and fantastic prizes for a fun-filled experience for the whole family.

Dates

14–15 Mar 2026
March 2026
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Map of the venue locationMap of the venue location
The National Zoo and Aquarium999 Lady Denman Drive, Weston, Australian Capital Territory, AustraliaGet Directions
  • Cafe
  • Carpark
  • Coach Parking
  • Family Friendly
  • Kiosk
  • Parents Room
  • Public Toilet
  • Shop / Gift Shop
  • Electric Vehicle Charging Point