• When

    13th and 28th February,

    7th and 14th March

    5.30pm - 7pm

  • Location

    The National Zoo and Aquarium

  • Time

    1 hour and 30 minutes

  • Book now

About

Ready for a Wild Adventure? 
Exclusive After-Hours preview for Questacon Members!

The National Zoo and Aquarium is hosting a unique after-hours preview of the back half of the Zoo for Questacon members! 

This is your chance to enjoy a taste of what the National Zoo and Aquarium has to offer. See some of the animals, enjoy a picnic next to the Rhinos, and let the kids explore the Adventure Playground.

Places are strictly limited to members only and one session per member is permitted — bookings are essential!
Friday 13 February | 5:30pm – 7pm
Saturday 28 February | 5:30pm – 7pm
Saturday 7 March | 5:30pm – 7pm
Saturday 14 March | 5:30pm – 7pm

Things to know

  • Free access for Questacon members on the specified dates and times. Bookings Essential.
  • Park and enter via Gate 4 only. See map.
  • A valid membership card and ID must be shown to zoo staff upon entry.
  • Bring your own food/picnic.
  • The Rhino Bistro will only be serving beverages and ice creams. No Food will be available to purchase.
  • Access to animal exhibits during the event will only be from the deer walkthrough to the Ostriches. See Map.
  • For more information, reach out to our team at members@questacon.edu.au.
  • Please find an access map for the National Zoo & Aquarium after-hours below.

After-hours entry map

After-hours entry map
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