ZSL's Magic of Christmas
Celebrate Christmas at London Zoo with a variety of unique Christmas activities and special festive guests of all species.
22 November 2025 to 5 January 2026 Celebrate the start of winter at London Zoo with their festive celebration ZSL Magic at Christmas. After visiting the animals, children may enjoy a variety of seasonal craft sessions with Mrs Claus, send a letter to Father Christmas through the Polar Post Room and even meet Santa Claus in his grotto at the heart of the zoo, for an early Christmas Present. Celebrate Christmas in the Animal Kingdom 22 November 2025 to 5 January 2026 Step into a world of festive wonder at ZSL London Zoo this winter, as the much-loved Magic of Christmas celebrations return. From 22 November 2025 to 4 January 2026, the zoo transforms into a sparkling winter wonderland filled with family fun, animal encounters, and seasonal surprises. Follow the Elves in the Zoo trail and see if you can spot Santa’s little helpers hiding among the enclosures. Children can visit Santa’s Grotto to meet Father Christmas himself, or send a letter straight to the North Pole through the special zoo post box. Each day brings new delights, from festive animal talks and story sessions to an Animal Advent Calendar revealing surprises from the zoo’s residents. Wander through beautifully decorated grounds, enjoy hot chocolate or mulled wine, and experience the zoo in a whole new light. With more than 8,500 animals and plenty of Christmas cheer, it’s a day out that combines the magic of wildlife with the joy of the season.