world food festival:
May
half-term
May
half-term
Saturday 24th May – Sunday 1st June
Kids go free, this may half-term!
Use code KIDSGOFREE when booking online to claim up to three child tickets for FREE with every full-paying adult. Offer expires Sunday 18th May.
Valid for visits: Saturday 24th May – Sunday 1st June 2025 (May Half-term only).
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What's On
10+ Food Stalls & Food Trucks
Live Animal Feeds
Live Stage Show
Keeper’s Corner
Go Awesome: Wild Activities
Passport Trail
Get ready for a flavour-filled adventure at Banham Zoo this May Half-Term!
Take your taste buds on a trip around the world as you explore international animal habitats and sample global flavours, from vibrant South American treats to bold Asian-inspired dishes and classic American BBQ. Enjoy a world of flavour as you wander the zoo and encounter the incredible animals native to each region.
Enjoy live animal feeds throughout the day, catch an exciting stage show. Join the passport trail, ride the Safari Road Train and see what’s on the menu for our animals at the Keeper’s Corner. It’s a wild feast of fun you won’t want to miss!
activities
Eat Around the World
Explore international animal habitats and enjoy global flavours, from South American treats to Asian-inspired dishes and classic American BBQ. A true world food experience!
Live Animal Feeds
Watch our zookeepers feed our incredible animals, and hear fascinating talks about their diets, how they hunt or forage, and more. From the graceful giraffe to our fierce carnivores, including tigers, leopards and wolves.
10+ Food Stalls & Food Trucks
Indulge in over 10 food stalls and trucks serving up a delicious variety – from sizzling paella to mouth-watering tikka naan wraps, there’s something for everyone!
Keeper’s Corner
Visit Keeper’s Corner to learn what zoo animals’ snack on, ask zookeepers your questions, and discover surprising food facts.
Live Stage Show
Gather the whole family for an exciting and interactive stage show, where we’ll reveal what our animals love to eat. From quirky snacks to hearty feasts, it’s a show full of fun and surprising facts!
Go Awesome: Wild Activities
Hop aboard the Safari Road Train for a fun ride with live commentary from our very own Safari Steve! Make a splash at the foam party, enjoy wild entertainment across the park, and meet Toby the Tiger and Jynx the Snow Leopard up close!
Passport Trail
Embark on your very own adventure around the zoo with our brand-new Passport Trail. Collect stamps at each stop, learn fascinating animal facts, and unlock rewards as you explore.
Kids Go Free!
Use code KIDSGOFREE when booking online to claim up to three child tickets for FREE with every full-paying adult. Offer expires Sunday 18th May. Valid for visits: Saturday 24th May – Sunday 1st June 2025.
live animal
fEeds
fEeds
Watch our amazing zookeepers in action as they feed our incredible animals, and discover fascinating insights into their diets, hunting or foraging behaviors, and so much more through captivating animal feeding talks.
Join us for five unqiue feeding talks daily! From the graceful giraffe to our fierce carnivores, including tigers, leopards and wolves.
African Black-Footed Penguins
Amur tiger
Asian Short-claw Otter
Black and White Ruffed Lemur
Emu
Fur Seals
Llama
Maned Wolves
Red Bellied Lemur
Red Panda
Reticulated Giraffes
Ring Tailed Lemur
Scarlett Ibis
Snow Leopard
Spider Monkeys
Sri Lankan Leopard
Vultures
Because our animals have unique dietary needs, our talk schedule will change daily during May Half-term. Talks may include any of the animals listed above.
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Rainy
Days
Days
Rain or shine, we've got you covered with our Rainy-Day Guarantee! If it rains continuously for an hour during your visit, you'll receive a FREE return ticket to use within the next 4 weeks! Speak to admissions on the day to claim your ticket.
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When is the Food Festival at Banham Zoo?
The Food Festival runs from Saturday, 24th May to Sunday, 1st June.
What can I expect at the Food Festival?
Enjoy over 10 food stalls and trucks, live cooking demonstrations, animal feeding talks, a live stage show, and fun at the Keeper's Corner, all while exploring the zoo’s international animal habitats.
Do I need to book tickets in advance?
Yes! We recommend booking your tickets in advance to secure your spot for this exciting half-term event filled with flavours, fun, and animal encounters.
