DON’T MISS AFTERGLOW OUR BRAND NEW EVENING EXPERIENCE AT THE ZOO! 13-25 AUGUST
• EVENING ACCESS TO THE ZOO FROM 3PM-8PM
• VISIT THE ZOO FROM JUST £13!
• SPECTACULAR ENTERTAINMENT & FAMILY ACTIVITIES
• UNFORGETTABLE ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS
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A brand-new evening event where the zoo will come alive with excitement and wonder. Dive into the festival spirit with amazing entertainment, unforgettable animal encounters, delicious food and drinks, and plenty of surprises.
13 – 25 AUGUST
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Enjoy evening access to the zoo, from 3pm to 8pm, for up to 50% less than a standard day ticket.
Free member tickets SOLD OUT
This year, we’re delighted to offer our members a limited number of free tickets to this unforgettable evening of summer fun.If you’ve missed the opportunity to book your Afterglow ticket for this August, please contactGuest Services directly.
If you’ve booked a slot and are no longer able to attend, please let us know to free up slots for other members.
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CALI & MARI
Colourful, friendly and just as leggy as they are in real life, two playful octopus characters will be floating around the zoo ready to add a little mischief to your evening.
ROAMING DINOSAURS
Betsy the triceratops and friends are an instant hit with all ages, and can’t wait to dance the night away with you.
PHILEAS & FOGG
Straight out of the iconic Jules Verne novel ‘Around the world in 80 days’, Phileas Fogg and his companion are passing through the zoo on their way to the finish line!
SEE YOUR FAVOURITE ANIMALS IN A WHOLE NEW LIGHT…
Wish goodnight to giraffe calf, Edie, meet our newest arrivals, snow leopards Yashin and Nubra, and spend your evening with some of the planet’s most endangered species!
Don’t forget, with every ticket purchased you are contributing to our vital conservation work here in the UK and across the world, so we can continue to work towards a better and safer future for all species.
There’ll be tons to see and do, so bring your friends & family along and enjoy a whole evening making UNFORGETTABLE memories together.
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Download the Afterglow map and prepare for your summer adventure
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UNIQUE MENUS
Dive into the festival spirit, because we’re going off-menu with some freshly prepared food and drinks, created exclusively for Afterglow!
From extravagant sundaes to boozy slushies and fabulous cocktails, there’ll be something tasty here for everyone to enjoy.
Gluten free and Vegan options available.
GLOW UP YOUR EVENING
Book online and SAVEwith EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNTSthat’ll make your visit extra special!
Kids face paint – £12.00 (includes accessories of your chosen animal)
Adult festival glitter – £5 (includes a festival glitter design on your face OR arm)
Souvenir refill cup – £11 (unlimited refills on soft drinks)
Bubble wands – £20 for one OR £30 for two
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VISITING DURING THE DAY?
You’re welcome to visit us in the day too! We’re open from 10am daily, so if you’d like to access the zoo before 3pm, please purchase your general admission tickets separately.
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BECOME A MEMBER
Sign up to a zoo membership today for free entry to Afterglow and UNLIMITED FREE ENTRY to the zoo for a whole year.
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TICKETS PRICES:
Peak* Standard*
Afterglow adult £23.00 £20.00
Afterglow child (3-15 years) £15.00 £13.00
Afterglow toddler (1-2 years) £2.50 £2.50
Afterglow infant (under 12 months) Free Free
Afterglow carer Free Free
*With optional 10% donation.
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Tickets prices without donation are:
Adult £18.18 – £20.90
Child £11.82 – £13.63
Toddler £2.27
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
I’m a member, do I get discounted tickets?
Afterglow is a brand new event for 2024 and we’re delighted to offer our loyal members free tickets! Places were limited, and unfortunately now SOLD OUT. If you’ve missed the opportunity to book your Afterglow ticket for this August, please contact Guest Services via email on, guest.services@chesterzoo.org. If you’ve booked a slot and are no longer able to attend please let us know to free up slots for other members.
What are the parking arrangements?
There is ample FREE parking at the main entrance to the zoo.
What is the best way to get to Chester Zoo?
You can find all the directions and transport options to the zoo here.
What are the opening and closing times for this event?
Afterglow will start at 3pm and finish at 8pm. Last entry is 7pm and animal houses will close at 7:30pm. Islands may also close before 8pm. If you wish to visit the zoo during the day too, please ensure you have bought a separate zoo admission ticket, or you have a valid member’s card – your Afterglow ticket will only grant access for the evening.
Do I have to book a time slot?
Afterglow does not operate on a time slot basis. Your ticket will allow you entry into the event from 3pm onwards. Please note, final entry will be at 7pm for event.
How can I book my ticket?
You can book your tickets for Afterglow online here.
How much are tickets?
Ticket prices will vary according the date you choose to book. Afterglow adult: £20.00 – £23.00 Afterglow child (3-15 years): £13.00 – £15.00 Afterglow toddler (1-2 years): £2.50 Afterglow infant (under 12 months): Free *Tickets prices without donation are: Carers come free, but please remember to book them a ticket. If you’re visiting with a free carer please bring proof of entitlement with you when you visit. We only accept the following documents:
Adult: £18.18 – £20.90
Child: £11.82 – £13.63
Toddler: £2.27
How will I receive tickets?
If you book online then you’ll receive an email from us with your booking confirmation attached. Bring this booking confirmation with you on the evening of your visit to get entry to the zoo for Afterglow.
Can I bring my own food?
We’ll have lots of tasty food and drink options available to buy throughout the evening but you are more than welcome to bring your own if you would prefer to. We just ask that you don’t bring any alcohol to the zoo with you.
Will there be any adult-only evenings?
There will not be any adult-only evenings at Afterglow. The whole family is welcome to come along and enjoy every evening the event takes place.
ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE
Find out when and where you can see all of our amazing entertainment at Afterglow!
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