If you have a toddler who goes wild for animals, 20th to 24th April 2026 is your week! West Midlands Safari Park is pulling out all the stops for Under 5s Week, with a packed programme of shows, sing-alongs, feeding encounters and hands-on play designed exclusively for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers.
TL;DR: Under 5s Week runs 20-24 April 2026. An Adult + Pre-schooler ticket costs just £19.50, with under 3s going free. Highlights include a Ms Rachel-inspired sing-along show, Storytime with Eliza, Eddie’s Band Practice, animal feeding encounters and the brilliant Explorers’ Play Park. Book in advance online for the best prices.
It is one of the best-value weeks in the safari park calendar, and with little ones under three getting in completely free, it is a genuinely affordable spring holiday outing for families with very young children. Here is everything you need to know before you go.
Under 5s Week 2026: Dates and Tickets
Under 5s Week takes place from Monday 20th to Friday 24th April 2026, right in the heart of the Easter school holiday period. The park opens at 9:30am each day, so you can get there early, bag a good spot for the first show and hit the safari drive before the midday rush!
What Does the Special Ticket Include?
The headline deal is the Adult + Pre-schooler ticket, which covers one adult and one child aged 0 to 4 for a combined price of just £19.50. That is extraordinary value for a full day at one of the UK’s biggest safari parks.
| Ticket Type | Price |
|---|---|
| Adult + Pre-schooler (0-4) | £19.50 |
| Additional child aged 3-4 | £10.00 per child |
| Under 3s | FREE |
A few things to note before you book:
- Children under 3 go free but still need a ticket reservation when booking online.
- If you forget to add an under-3 to your booking, park up and visit the Ticket Office on arrival.
- Ride wristbands for the Adventure Theme Park are not included in standard admission and must be purchased separately.
We always recommend booking online in advance at West Midlands Safari Park to secure the best prices and skip any queues at the gate. You can also check out our West Midlands Safari Park discount page to see if there are any extra savings available for your visit!
The Special Under 5s Shows and Activities
This is where Under 5s Week really shines! The park has put together a brilliant daily line-up of toddler-friendly entertainment, all included in your admission ticket. Here is what to expect each day.
Hi Safari Friends Show
Location: Friendly Animal Encounter Stage Showtimes: 10:30, 11:30, 12:15, 13:30 and 14:30
This is the must-see event of the week! Inspired by the style of viral YouTube educator Ms Rachel, the Hi Safari Friends Show is a magical safari sing-along adventure designed especially for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers.
The show combines classic songs with actions, movement games inspired by safari animals and plenty of interactive moments to keep little ones engaged. It is designed to support early speech development, coordination and confidence, all wrapped up in a brilliantly fun experience.
What the show includes:
- Sing-along songs with actions
- Bubble-filled magical moments (little ones absolutely love this!)
- Movement and dance games inspired by safari animals
- A calm, inclusive hosting style where every child feels involved
- A meet-and-greet and photo opportunity after each show
With five showtimes daily, you have plenty of flexibility to fit it around nap times and feeding schedules. It is one of those shows that will have the whole family joining in!
Eddie’s Band Practice
Location: Conservation Station Time: 11:00am
Join Eddie at the Conservation Station for Band Practice! Little ones get to learn how to play some of Eddie’s favourite instruments before finishing with a Bubbly Fun Disco. It is the perfect mid-morning activity to burn off some energy before lunch.
Storytime with Eliza
Location: Reptile Stage Time: 12:00pm
Come along and join Eliza for an engaging, interactive story all about animals. Can your little one follow along and help make the animal sounds? There is even a photo opportunity with Eliza at the end, which makes for a brilliant keepsake from the day!
Tots’ Games at Explorers’ Play Park
Location: Explorers’ Play Park Time: 1:00pm
Eliza heads over to the Explorers’ Play Park for a round of tots’ games including hide and seek and musical statues. It is a fantastic way to let little legs loose in a safe, toddler-friendly environment!
Dance Along with Eddie
Location: Conservation Station Time: 2:00pm
Finish your day in style! DJ Eddie brings the fun with a Dance Along session featuring all the classics, from “If You’re Happy and You Know It” to heads, shoulders, knees and toes. It is the perfect high-energy finale to an amazing day out.
Animal Feeding Encounters and Daily Talks
Beyond the special Under 5s programme, the park’s regular feeding encounters and daily talks are absolutely perfect for curious little ones! Getting up close to real animals is an experience toddlers will talk about for weeks.
Feeding Encounters
Animal feeding pots cost £1.50 each and are subject to availability, so it is worth grabbing one early in the day!
| Animal | Feeding Time |
|---|---|
| Meerkats | 3:00pm |
| Penguins | 12:30pm and 2:30pm |
| Lorikeets | 10:30am-1:00pm and 2:00-4:00pm |
The Lorikeet feeding is especially brilliant for toddlers as it runs across a longer window, giving you more flexibility. Imagine colourful lorikeets landing on little outstretched arms! It is pure magic for under-fives.
Daily Animal Talks
All included in your admission ticket, these talks are a wonderful way to help young children learn about the animals they are seeing up close:
- Red Panda Talk: 11:00am
- Penguin Talk: 12:30pm and 2:30pm
- Hippo Talk: 12:00pm and 2:30pm
- Lemur Talk: 1:00pm and 2:30pm
- Sea Lion Show: 1:30pm and 3:30pm
- Meerkat Talk: 3:00pm
Bear with us here! The Sea Lion Show at 1:30pm is a real crowd-pleaser for toddlers, with the sea lions performing tricks and splashing about. Grab a spot early as it fills up quickly!
What Else is There for Toddlers at West Midlands Safari Park?
Under 5s Week activities aside, the park itself is absolutely packed with things that young children will love. Think of it as a full day of wonder, not just a few shows!
The Four-Mile Safari Drive
The iconic drive-through safari is an experience unlike anything else for little ones. You stay safely in your car while incredible animals wander right up to your windows. Giraffes, zebras, elephants, rhinos, lions and so much more, all seen at close range. For toddlers who love animals, this is genuinely one of those life-long memories in the making.
Pro tip: Hit the Safari Drive first thing when you arrive. The animals are most active in the mornings and the queues are shorter before 11am!
Explorers’ Play Park
This is a brilliant dedicated space for young children, with zones including:
- Chase’s Race Track for little runners
- Luca’s Playground with climbing frames and slides
- Millie’s Burrow with tunnels to explore
- Ellie’s Bandcamp for making music
It is interactive, imaginative and perfectly pitched for the under-five age group. A great spot to let off steam between shows!
Discovery Trail
The all-weather Discovery Trail on the Safari Walk is ideal for curious toddlers. You will find penguins, lorikeets, marmosets, red pandas, reptiles, fish and even bats. There are daily Sea Lion Shows along the route too, which are always a hit with young children.
Baby Giraffe Olive!
Here is a special bonus for 2026 visitors. West Midlands Safari Park welcomed a baby Northern giraffe named Olive on 20th January 2026. Seeing a baby giraffe on the Safari Drive or African Walking Trail is an extra-special treat that you simply cannot plan for anywhere else right now!
Our Top Tips for Visiting with Under 5s
A little planning goes a long way when you are heading out with toddlers! Here are our best tips for making the most of Under 5s Week.
- Arrive at opening time (9:30am). Animals are most active in the mornings, the Safari Drive is quieter and you will bag front-row spots for the 10:30am Hi Safari Friends Show.
- Plan your show schedule before you go. With five Hi Safari Friends showtimes daily plus Eddie, Eliza and the animal talks, it is easy to build a full day around the timetable without rushing.
- Bring snacks and a packed lunch. There are picnic areas and benches throughout the park. This keeps costs down and means you are not scrambling for food between shows.
- Grab a Lorikeet feeding pot early. At £1.50 each and subject to availability, these go quickly. Head to Lorikeet Landing soon after arrival.
- Pack for all weathers. April in the West Midlands can be unpredictable! A light waterproof and comfortable shoes for little ones make a big difference.
- Buggy-friendly routes. The park is largely accessible with a pushchair. The Discovery Trail is all-weather, and the Explorers’ Play Park has plenty of space to park up buggies.
- Book online in advance. Not just for the best price, but to guarantee entry. Under 5s Week is a popular event and the park can get busy during the Easter holidays.
Key takeaway: Arrive early, plan around the show timetable and book online before you go. That combination makes for a stress-free, magical day with your little ones!
Ready to Book?
Under 5s Week at West Midlands Safari Park is one of the best toddler-friendly events in the UK this spring, and at £19.50 for an adult and pre-schooler together, the value is hard to beat. Whether your little one is obsessed with giraffes, penguins or just loves a good sing-along, there is something here to make their day completely unforgettable!
Head over to our West Midlands Safari Park attraction page for full details, opening times and to book your tickets. You can also browse our zoo and safari park tickets section for more wild days out across the UK.
Dates: Monday 20th to Friday 24th April 2026 Location: West Midlands Safari Park, Spring Grove, Bewdley, DY12 1LF Opening time: 9:30am daily