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

We've snail-ed it!

25 Jun 2026

13:00 - 14:00

Join Craig, one of our Senior Animal Keepers, as he talks about the perilous plight of Partula snails.

Bricktastic Beasts at Edinburgh Zoo

Saturday 27 June – Sunday 30 August

10:00 - 18:00

Will you be able to spot our wild brick sculptures nestled around Edinburgh Zoo this summer?

Summer School

29 June – 31 July 2026

09:00 - 15:30

During Summer School, children discover amazing animals and cultures from around the world and connect with nature. 

Summer CAT

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29 June – 24 Jul 2026

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.

Late night openings at Edinburgh Zoo

Selected dates | July 2026

17:00 - 21:00

We’re extending our opening hours for three Saturdays in July! Experience the zoo in a whole new light as twilight settles in, with reduced entry available after 5pm.

Summer Explorers

15 July – 6 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!

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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)