Wicked Encounters

Edinburgh Zoo

11 Oct – 2 Nov 2025

10:00 - 12:00

Price(s): Free with entry

two visitors looking at stick insect on hand IMAGE: Rachel Hein 2024

Swing by our Budongo Trail building to get up close and personal with some fascinating creatures and learn spooktacular facts at our pop-up Wicked Encounter sessions!

Wicked Encounters is a drop-in session open 10am – 12pm and is free with zoo entry. Places do not need to be booked, but we recommend pre-booking your day tickets online to get the best rates!

These drop-in sessions are perfect for animal lovers of all ages, offering interactivity with some of our friendlier species, knowledgeable keepers and expert rangers!