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. 

Sumatran tiger Lucu walking IMAGE: Amy Middleton 2024

Edinburgh Zoo's Giant Lanterns

November 2026 – February 2027 | Selected dates

16:45 - 21:00

A galaxy of light this winter!

Wreath Making at Edinburgh Zoo

Selected dates this December

12:30 - 15:00

Add a touch of homemade charm to your Christmas!

Lanterns Grotto

Saturday 5 – Thursday 24 December | Selected dates

17:15 - 20:45

Meet Santa at Edinburgh Zoo!

Breakfast with Santa

Selected dates this December

09:00 - 11:00

Bring the family and enjoy a magical breakfast with Santa!

Penguin Love Pebbles

Saturday 13 – Wednesday 17 February

10:00 - 14:00

P-p-p pick up a pebble this half term! 

Beauty and the Beasties: Valentines Evening at the zoo 

14 Feb 2027

17:30 - 21:00

Be our guest this Valentine's Day for a truly ZOOnique date night!

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Want to get in touch?

If you have a question about one of our events or want to know more information, please contact our events and experiences team on events@rzss.org.uk.

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Asiatic lion Jayendra looking at the camera (eye contact). IMAGE: Laura Moore (2021)