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ZAA Conference 2026
Date: 4 – 7 August 2026
Auckland, New Zealand
The 2026 Zoo and Aquarium Association Conference will be hosted by Auckland Zoo. This event will bring together zoo and aquarium professionals from across Australasia to share knowledge, inspire innovation, and strengthen our community of conservation leaders.
In celebration of our diverse membership, the 2026 Annual ZAA Conference Foundations First: Strengthening What Matters Most will focus on the essentials for zoos, aquariums, and wildlife parks operating in this current landscape.
Stay tuned for updates on registration, program highlights, speakers, and accommodation details as follows.
Key Conference Dates
- General Registrations Open: 20 April 2026
- Conference Program Announced: 19 May 2026
The World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA) is the global alliance of regional associations, national federations, zoos and aquariums, dedicated to the care and conservation of animals and their habitats around the world.
WAZA is a member of the following organisations:
