Events
There is always something going on at our Zoo. From talks to animal campaign days, from species conservation events to fun-filled family celebrations: visitors of all ages can look forward to exciting events all year round.
Upcoming events 2023

Easter holidays
Experience colourful Easter surprises at Dresden Zoo during the Easter holidays from 7 to 16 April.
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Easter at the zoo
Have a cracking time! Easter Sunday and Easter Monday promise lots to experience at the zoo. ...
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Dixieland
The big family festival of the Sächsische Zeitung. With games, excitement, handicrafts and ...
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Children's Day
Calling all kids! To mark International Children's Day on 1 June, we're offering a great zoo ...
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Dreamnight at the zoo
It's Dreamnight time again! On Friday, 2 June, Dresden Zoo is welcoming families with ...
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Summer vacations at the zoo
While school is out, we're offering an animal-packed holiday programme for children and ...
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Gift vouchers
All day tickets and annual passes are also available as vouchers. We will be happy to send these to you for a handling fee of 3 euros (5 euros from abroad). Just use our contact form to send your request.
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Wild news
Whether it’s new arrivals of baby animals, reports on our involvement in species conservation, or new ...
Wild news
Our animals
Dresden Zoo is home to around 1,400 animals representing 243 species. In addition to visitor favourites ...
Our animals
Tips for your visit
Our Zoo covers an area of around 13 hectares and offers visitors of all ages a fun, relaxing and truly ...
Tips for your visit