ZOOLAPALOOZA: OUR WILDEST SUMMER YET
- 11th Jul - 6th Sept 2026
This summer, Twycross Zoo is going full festival mode! Inspired by our newest arrivals, every two weeks we'll celebrate a different animal with plenty of wild fun to discover. Take on a new Zoo Crew trail, new quiz questions, new stage shows, new talks, family challenges, collectible stickers and surprise prizes.
From lemurs and tigers to gorillas and giraffes, there's something new to see, do, collect and win all summer long. Better still, with Pay for a Day, Visit Free for a Year, one ticket means that your entire summer is sorted ✅
NEW ANIMALS. NEW TRAILS. NEW SHOWS. EVERY TWO WEEKS!
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NEW ANIMALS HAVE ARRIVED 🐾
Brand-new animals have arrived at Twycross Zoo and they’re taking over the summer. Meet our new lemurs, tigers, gorillas and giraffes, with a different arrival celebrated every fortnight.
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4 NEW ZOO CREW TRAILS 🗺️
Trails to follow. Clues to crack. Facts to find. Every two weeks, there’s a new Zoo Crew trail to complete, inspired by our newest arrivals. Pick up your mission, take on the challenge and add a new sticker to your chart
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SHOWS TO WATCH 🎭
Head to the Plaza Stage for live shows, games and family fun throughout the day. Shows run daily at 10:00, 10:30, 11:30 and 14:30 - check the schedule, grab your spot and don’t miss your chance to watch, cheer and join in.
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KEEPERS TO QUIZ 🦍
Got questions? Ask the experts. Look out for keeper Q&As, animal talks and fascinating facts throughout the day - and collect a sticker for your chart when you attend.
Pick up as much animal knowledge as you can. It might help you win big later. Check the app or the daily activity schedule in the Plaza, then get ready to quiz the keepers.
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ZOO KNOWS BEST 🧠
Think you know your stuff? Be at the Plaza Stage at 14:30 every day for our animal-themed family quiz. Put your knowledge to the test, spin the mega prize wheel and see what Twycross Zoo prize you could win.
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COLLECT THEM ALL. WIN BIG. ⭐
Pick up your Zoo Crew poster and trail when you arrive at the zoo from our Box Office or Guest Services.
Every Zoolapalooza animal takeover brings a new Zoo Crew trail, side quest and exclusive stickers to collect. Keep building your collection all summer, complete your poster by the final takeover and enter our ultimate family prize draw for the chance to win zoo experiences, family tickets, treats and a stay in our brand-new accommodation when it opens next year.
Happening Now: Ring-tailed Lemur Takeover
The ring-tailed lemurs are in the spotlight! Enjoy themed talks, live shows, keeper Q&As and Zoo Crew activities as we celebrate one of our most charismatic species. Make the most of this takeover before a new animal takes centre stage.
Daily Events
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10:00
Lemur Talk
Discover the fascinating world of ring-tailed lemurs and learn why these iconic primates are ruled by females, how they use their famous striped tails to communicate, and what makes life in a lemur troop so unique.
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10:00
Lemur Showtime
Celebrate our Lemur Takeover at the Plaza Stage with live shows, interactive games and family fun throughout the day
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10:30
Amazing Adaptations Talk
Discover something new in this family-friendly live show from our education team. With fascinating wildlife stories and engaging demonstrations, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
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11:00
Bonobo Talk
We are the only Zoo in the UK to house our closest living relative, the Bonobo. Discover the intriguing behaviours and complex social structures of this species, from our education rangers!
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11:30
Lemur Showtime
Celebrate our Lemur Takeover at the Plaza Stage with live shows, interactive games and family fun throughout the day
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11:30
Orangutan Talk
Get ready for an unforgettable experience as we delve into the fascinating lives of orangutans at Twycross Zoo. This engaging talk will provide you with unique insights into these incredible primates, known for their intelligence, remarkable agility, and captivating personalities.
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12:15
Humbolt Penguin Talk & Feed
Step into the fascinating world of the Humboldt penguins with our talk and feed. Join our Ranger at the penguin habitat to learn all about the Humboldt penguins, whilst our Keeper dishes out the penguin's fish to the flock.
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12:30
Butterfly House: Meet the Keeper
Come inside to the Butterfly House to chat to one of our wonderful keepers about all things Butterflies, Moths and Birds!
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12:40
Ape Feed - Meet the Keeper
Catch the daily Great Ape feed to see one of our incredible apes enjoy a scatter feed. The featured species changes each day - Chimpanzee, Bonobo, Western Lowland Gorilla, or Bornean Orangutan so be sure to check the talk board on arrival to find out who’s being fed at 12:40pm.
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12:45
Lemur Feed and Keeper Q&A
See our ring-tailed lemurs at feeding time and enjoy a live Q&A with our expert keepers. Learn more about their behaviour, daily care and the important conservation work helping to protect lemurs in the wild.
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14:00
Chilean Flamingo Talk
With their vibrant pink feathers and elegant presence, Chilean Flamingos bring life to South America's wetlands. But their habitats are shrinking, and their numbers are declining. By helping protect these iconic birds, you’re also saving the delicate ecosystems they call home. Join our ranger and find out more about these striking birds.
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14:30
Zoo Knows Best
Think you know your stuff? Be at the Plaza Stage at 14:30 every day for our animal-themed family quiz. Put your knowledge to the test, spin the mega prize wheel and see what Twycross Zoo prize you could win.
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14:30
Aldabra Tortoise Talk and Feed
Prepare for a captivating journey into the world of one of the planet's longest-living creatures, the Aldabra tortoise. Twycross Zoo invites you to a special talk and feed where you’ll learn about these gentle giants and their extraordinary lives.
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15:15
Big Cat Talk & Feed
Join us for an exciting, educational talk with one of our fascinating big cats! Each day, our talk board will display which magnificent big cat will be featured. Whether it's the rarest big cat the Amur leopard, the critically endangered Sumatran tiger or the elusive 'ghost of the mountain' the snow leopard, you will gain insights into their habitats, behaviours, and conservation efforts.
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15:45
Lemur Talk
Discover the fascinating world of ring-tailed lemurs and learn why these iconic primates are ruled by females, how they use their famous striped tails to communicate, and what makes life in a lemur troop so unique.
COMPLETE YOUR POSTER FOR THE CHANCE TO WIN THE ULTIMATE FAMILY PRIZE
Once you've collected all of the stickers and completed your Zoolapalooza poster, you're ready to enter our prize draw for the chance to win!
To enter, we'll just need:
- Your name
- Your email address
- A photo of your completed Zoolapalooza sticker poster
PRIZE DRAW ENTRY OPENS ON 22 AUGUST DURING OUR FINAL ANIMAL TAKEOVER
Terms and conditions apply.
