Events
Browse our upcoming events below! From talks and tours to breakfasts and animal encounters, there's an event for animal lovers of any age to enjoy at Edinburgh Zoo.
Junior Nature Photography Workshop
30 Aug 2026
09:00 - 13:00
Is your child a budding photographer? Our Junior Nature Photography Workshop is perfect for honing skills whatever the level of expertise!
Ocean Explorers Breakfast Event
Saturday 12 September
09:00 - 10:30
Join us for a paw-some breakfast with a special appearance from Captain Barnacles and Kwazzi Kitten!
CAT Saturdays Programme
Selected dates | Sep 2026 – Jun 2027
09:30 - 16:30
CAT (Conservation Action Team) is all about having fun while learning about conservation!
Octonauts are coming to Edinburgh Zoo
Saturday 12 September
11:00 - 15:30
Captain Barnacles and Kwazzi Kitten are visiting Edinburgh Zoo!
Autumn Explorers
Selected dates this October
10:00 - 13:00
Our Autumn Explorers programme is now open for bookings!
Lanterns Grotto
Saturday 5 – Thursday 24 December | Selected dates
17:15 - 20:45
Meet Santa at Edinburgh Zoo!
