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

Animal Happy Hours

Selected dates | April 2026 – Jul 2026

18:00 - 19:30

Join us after hours, sip specially crafted cocktails and immerse yourself in the up-close sights and sounds of the animal's habitat. 

Zoo-fari Tours

Selected dates | June 2026 – September 2026

09:00 - 10:00

Join us for a one-hour tour to learn amazing new facts about the species’ we care for!

Science Summer School

27 Jul – 7 Aug 2026

09:00 - 16:00

Join us at Edinburgh Zoo for our Science Summer School programme!

Tea and Talks

Selected dates | June 2026 – September 2026

15:00 - 16:00

Join us to enjoy a talk and brew at the zoo! 

Nature Photography Workshops

Selected dates | May 2026 – Sep 2026

09:00 - 17:00

Our much-loved full day photography workshops are back for 2026, with renowned professional photographer Laurie Campbell. 

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!

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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)