October Fiesta
- Included in your zoo entry
Back by popular demand, bring your family to embrace the magic of animals at our October Fiesta this half term!
Inspired by the Mexican celebration Dia de Los Muertos, enjoy the enchanting natural world, the infectious rhythms of Mariachi Loco, awe-inspiring stilt performers, mask making, our BRAND NEW magic of animals trail and an abundance of unforgettable experiences for your whole family!
What's on this half term
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MAGIC OF ANIMALS TRAIL
Don’t miss our BRAND NEW magic of animals trail - embark on a captivating journey of conservation as you uncover creatures of southern and central America, including our new arrivals - Ecuadorian Amazon parrots.
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MARIACHI LOCO
Enjoy the infectious rhythms of Mariachi Loco, a traditional mariachi band who are performing with guitars, trumpets and more*
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DREAM WALK
Join our dream walk down conservation way, featuring awe-inspiring stilt performers and an installation inspired by a dream catcher where you can write your dreams for conservation*
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STORYTELLING & TRADITIONAL GAMES
A father and son duo from Mexican arts collective, Itzatna Arts, will celebrate the importance of family and Mexican culture through storytelling and a variety of traditional central and southern American games, before bringing the magic to life*
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ARTS, CRAFTS & FACE PAINTING
An arts and crafts station to celebrate a new species - our Ecuadorian Amazon parrots. Along with themed face painting available throughout half term**
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ANIMAL FEEDS & TALKS
Join our awe-inspiring animal feeding times, ranger talks and zoo keeper Q&As this half term with added pumpkin enrichment.
14 - 22 October 2023
Magic of Animals Trail – every day
Mask making – every day
Stilt performers – every day*
Face painting – every day**
Mariachi Loco – 14, 15, 21 October 2023*
Animal feeds, ranger talks and keeper Q&As – every day*
28 October - 4 November 2023
Magic of Animals Trail – every day
Arts & Crafts – every day
Stilt performers – every day*
Storytelling – every day*
Traditional games – every day*
Face painting – every day**
Mariachi Loco – 28, 29, 31 October, 1, 2, 4 November 2023*
Animal feeds, ranger talks and keeper Q&As – every day*
*Selected dates and times apply
**Additional charges apply
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