Animal displays and talks

As well as plenty of seasonal events, Bristol Zoo Gardens also has a range of talks and shows that run daily throughout the year, so whichever day you visit, there's always lots on offer.

Animal Encounter

Take the opportunity to see some of our minibeasts and other smaller animals right up close!

Animal Encounters are held in our Terrace Theatre – please use your visitor map handed out on entry for times on the day of your visit or on the sign outside the Terrace Theatre.

Amazing Animals

A fun and fact filled display of animal athletics presented on the main lawn with animals as diverse as birds of prey, Colin the red ruffed lemur and Archie the armadillo.

Talk times

Help plan your day by using the list of talk times:

Lions 11:00

Gorillas 12:30

Butterfly Forest 1:30

Meerkats 2:00

Lemurs 2:30

Prairie dogs 3:00

Penguin talk and feed 3:00

Seal talk and feed 3:30