Special Events
Discover what's on at some of the WILDEST events in Yorkshire at the UK's no.1 walk-through animal adventure - Yorkshire Wildlife Park!
From sensational summer concerts to incredible festive Christmas lights, Halloween spooktaculars to year round family-friendly events packed with fun.
Wild events await at Yorkshire Wildlife Park!
December
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Winter Illuminations
11th - 24th Dec 2025
26th Dec 2025 - 3rd Jan 2026
10th Jan 2026
Experience Yorkshire's biggest and most magical light trail this festive season. Winter Illuminations at Yorkshire Wildlife Park is back and this year, it's even more mystical!
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Polar Bear Santa's Grotto
20th - 24th Dec 2025
It's the most wonderful time of the year and Polar Bear Santa is on his way to The Yorkshire Hive!
Joined by his jolly little helpers, Santa Paws will be meeting children from the good list in his Igloo Grotto, grabbing a snowy selfie and gifting each child a small present! -
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Breakfast with Santa Live Show
20th - 24th Dec 2025
Intrepid explorers! Join the jolly ol' St. Nick and his trusty little helpers for a breakfast adventure at Evolution Experience Restaurant as they try to crack the case and save Christmas!
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Winter Sale
24th Dec 2025 - 1st Feb 2026
Whether you're looking for a the PAWfect pressy or a gift for yourself, with SAVINGS OF UP TO 50% you're bound to find something spectacular!
January
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Winter Illuminations
11th - 24th Dec 2025
26th Dec 2025 - 3rd Jan 2026
10th Jan 2026
Experience Yorkshire's biggest and most magical light trail this festive season. Winter Illuminations at Yorkshire Wildlife Park is back and this year, it's even more mystical!
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Run For Wildlife – Night 5k
4th Jan 2026
Curly's and the Yorkshire Wildlife Park team are very pleased to be returning with the fantastic 5k NIGHT TIME running safari, in support of the Wildlife Foundation!
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Winter Sale
24th Dec 2025 - 1st Feb 2026
Whether you're looking for a the PAWfect pressy or a gift for yourself, with SAVINGS OF UP TO 50% you're bound to find something spectacular!
February
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Winter Sale
24th Dec 2025 - 1st Feb 2026
Whether you're looking for a the PAWfect pressy or a gift for yourself, with SAVINGS OF UP TO 50% you're bound to find something spectacular!
April
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Run For Wildlife – Spring 10k
26th Apr 2026
Curlys and the Yorkshire Wildlife Park team are very pleased to be returning with the fantastic 10k running safari, in support of the Wildlife Foundation!
