We are delighted to let you know that Colchester Zoo has invited EACH to attend ‘Dream Night – 2026 – Wonderland Theme’ on Friday 5th June between 6pm and 9.30pm. On this very special night Colchester Zoo will be closed to the public, but open especially for families from local children’s hospices and charities.
‘Dream Night at the Zoo’ is a concept that began in 1996 at the Rotterdam Zoo. Colchester Zoo has made EACH a part of its Dream Night for the last seventeen years and wish to make it possible for you to be a part of it!
On the evening of the 5th, the proposed programme will include; animal feeding, getting up close to a number of different species as well as a range of other entertainment and surprises. The activities will be designed to give the children a unique experience; much more than would be possible in a normal visit. The evening programme will allow families to visit many attractions to make the most of the time available. The zoo is fully equipped with disabled and first aid facilities and a wet weather programme will also be devised, if required.
We have a very limited allocation of tickets each year and ONLY families who have never been to Dream Night before need apply. Tickets will be allocated to lead children and their close family members only.
To register your interest for this event, please sign up via the booking form. Families will be randomly selected, with equal opportunities afforded to each of our three hospice sites.
The deadline for applications is 30th April. You will be notified of the outcome at the beginning of May via email.
Please note this is not a public event, it is only available to families who currently access services at EACH and who have never accessed Dream Night previously.
