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.

The Very Hungry Caterpillar™ Quiet Story Time Sessions
Selected dates
15:30 - 16:00
Celebrating The Very Hungry Caterpillar™ trail at Edinburgh Zoo, we’re hosting interactive storytelling sessions of the book in a calmer and more controlled environment.
Sunrise Safari Tours
19 April – 3 Aug 2025 | Selected dates
09:00 - 10:00
Join us for a one-hour tour to learn amazing new facts about the species’ we care for and find out more about the conservation work the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland does locally and around the world.
CAT Saturdays Programme
June 2025 | Select Saturdays
09:30 - 16:30
CAT (Conservation Action Team) is all about having fun while learning about conservation!
Summer School
30 June – 1 Aug 2025
09:00 - 15:30
During Summer School, children discover amazing animals and cultures from around the world and connect with nature.
Summer CAT
Sold out
30 June – 25 Jul 2025
09:00 - 15:30
Summer CAT is based out of Edinburgh Zoo’s Wildlife Garden where children spend all day outside getting mucky and getting hands on with conservation.
Summer Explorers
16 July – 7 August | Selected dates
10:00 - 13:00
Our Summer Explorers sessions aim to deepen nature connections for younger audiences through visiting our animals and unique spaces at Edinburgh Zoo!