Centenary Saturdays
PUBLISHED 16/04/25
Celebrate our 100th birthday with us!
As well as all our Zoo, Play, and Rides, you'll also find some added extras during Centenary Saturdays! So we've put together some info about what's happening to help you plan your day.
Our final Centenary Saturday is on 20th September, and we'll be supporting the Red Panda Network on the day for International Red Panda Day.
Here's what to expect
Vintage Car Show
Our friends from Eastbourne Historic Vehicle Club will be displaying 30 beautiful, vintage cars. Come along and meet the owners, take photos, and see cars dating back to 1920s.
10am - Park Close: The Events Arena
10am - Park Close: Outside Explorer's Cafe
Live Music
Enjoy the gorgeous sound of Eastbourne Silver Band in the Events Arena. Take a note of the performance times to not miss out:
1pm - 2pm
2.30pm - 3.30pm
Keeper Talks
Our animal experts have prepared special keeper talks throughout the day, so come along and learn about some of our amazing animals:
12pm: Macaques
1pm: Lemurs
3.30pm: Otters
11.30am & 4pm: Penguins
Conservation Workshops
Our Education Team will be offering free conservation-themed activities for little ones, themed for International Red Panda Day!
Come and have a go at some red panda themed craft activities: Mask making, Finger puppets, Badge making, Bookmark making, and enter our raffle to win a super red panda goodie bundle to raise money for The Red Panda Network.
10.30am - 4pm: The Discovery Centre
Cream Teas & Treats
Indulge in a centenary sweet treat with our luxury cream tea boxes (just like Drusilla used to make) and selection of delicious 100-year themed cakes and biscuits.
10am - Park Close: Explorer's Cafe
History Exhibition
Journey through 100 years of Drusillas magic, in our specially made history exhibition room. Explore our timeline and watch our 100-years video!
10am - Park Close: Events Arena
WIN a VIP Ticket Bundle!
PLUS if you share your Centenary Saturday pics and videos on social media and tag us @drusillaspark you'll be entered into our free prize draw to win:
4 x Drusillas Tickets
4 x SPARK Tickets
£40 of Food Vouchers
Limited-edition Lemur Plush Toy
Don't miss these once-in-a-century events to celebrate 100 years of Drusillas!