Magical nature experience this Halloween at Blackpool Zoo's Wizarding Wildlife School
Everything you need to know about Wizarding Wildlife School.
Young visitors to Blackpool Zoo will be able to swap traditional Halloween tricks for magical wildlife lessons this autumn as the zoo launches its Wizarding Wildlife School.
Running from Saturday, October 24 to Sunday, November 1, 2026, the experience will invite young students to discover the secrets of extraordinary creatures through magical classes, enchanting encounters and spellbinding adventures across the zoo.
A host of Wizarding Wildlife School activities will be included with general zoo admission, while visitors looking to make their day even more enchanting can also purchase an exclusive VIP Experience ticket. The VIP Experience is available at an early bird price of £15.99 per child, in addition to zoo admission.
Magical wildlife lessons
As part of the Wizarding Wildlife School, children will be able to attend a series of magical wildlife classes, including:
- Department of Creature Care
- Wildlife Discovery Laboratory
- Professor Pong's Poo School
- Ministry of Magical Conservation
- Academy of Aquatic Magic
Young visitors can also collect a wildlife wizard study log and earn professor seals by completing lessons. Those who complete their magical studies will graduate as an official Wizarding Wildlife Scholar.
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Halloween activities across the zoo
Alongside the Wizarding Wildlife School, visitors can enjoy a range of other attractions and activities during the Halloween event. These include the Dinosaur Graveyard, the Talking Trees Trail and seasonal skeleton displays.
Rides on the Wildermere Express will also be available, although additional charges apply. Halloween treats and merchandise will also be available for visitors, again at an additional charge.
The Wizarding Wildlife School will run throughout the Halloween period from October 24 to November 1, bringing together wildlife, wizardry and seasonal activities for young visitors at Blackpool Zoo.