Adelaide Zoo

As a conservation charity, every visit, adoption, donation and ticket helps save species from extinction


Mums go free to Adelaide Zoo this Mother's Day

Mums go free at Adelaide Zoo!

Treat the mum in your life to a free Mother’s Day adventure, surrounded by nature at Adelaide Zoo.

On Sunday 10 May, mums and mother figures can collect a complimentary ticket at the Adelaide Zoo admissions window and enjoy a day full of unforgettable wildlife moments.

See a colourful macaw swoop overhead in the free flight bird show, Sumatran Tiger mum Delilah and her three young tigers, and Yi Lan and Xing Qiu in action at the Giant Panda keeper talk.

*Valid only at Adelaide Zoo on Sunday 10 May 2026. Not valid at Monarto Safari Park or in conjunction with any other offer. Offer provides one free adult entry ticket to Adelaide Zoo when accompanied by a paying customer or a current Zoos SA Member.

 

 

Gift a wild experience

Share a wild memory and support species.

Experience the thrill of hand-feeding a majestic giraffe, watching its long tongue curl around a carrot and gently munch it right out of your hands!

Feed a giraffe with mum

Gifts from the shop


Spoil mum at the zoo shop!

Treat mum to super-soft bamboo socks featuring her favourite animal, wildlife-inspired jewellery, and a wide range of other gifts that support wildlife conservation!

 

Keeper Talks



Get to know the Zoo’s residents!

Learn about the unique personalities of the animals across the zoo from the dedicated keepers who care for them.

Keeper Presentations

Download our free Mother’s Day cards

Say Happy Mother’s Day with the help of species from the zoo and park!

Colour in the gorgeous African Lion and her cubs, or the Yellow-footed Rock-wallaby family, illustrated by some of our incredible keepers, and write a special message for the mum in your life.

Two animal designs available – Download the printable cards below

Lion   Wallaby

OR collect a free physical card from the Zoo gates or Zoo Shop – limited number of cards available, while stocks last.

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