18 February 2026

Snake-tacular 2026

| By Shayna Siakimotu
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man with a snake

Enjoy Snake Celebration Weekend at the National Zoo & Aquarium this weekend. Photo: National Zoo and Aquarium.

Slither into the National Zoo & Aquarium on the 21 and 22 February for the Zoo’s spectacular Snake Celebration Weekend!

Join the Zoo for a weekend dedicated to these fascinating reptiles, featuring special keeper talks, family-friendly activities, and limited-edition collectables.

Plus, visit the zoo this weekend to go into the running for one of the lucky door prizes!

  • Grand Prize: Jamala stay, any uShaka room for 2 adults, off peak** (starting value $1795)
  • Awesome Roarsome for two ($374 value)
  • Animal Encounter for 2* ($182 value)
  • $50 voucher for gift shop or $30 bistro voucher

Winners drawn on 23 February and contacted via email.

The Details

What: Snake-tacular 2026
When: Saturday 21 February and Sunday 22 February
Where: National Zoo & Aquarium
Cost: Adult (ages 16+) $60.00, Child $36.00, Families (2 adults + up to 3 children) $165.00, Seniors $53.00, Students $53.00, Infants (under 3yo) $1.00

For more information, visit the National Zoo & Aquarium.

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