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™
Saturday 5 April – Sunday 1 June
10:00 - 17:00
Step into the enchanting world of Eric Carle's beloved story, The Very Hungry Caterpillar™, brought to life across the grounds of Edinburgh Zoo!
Zoo Doo ComPAWst
10 and 11 May 2025
08:00 - 09:00
Back for 2025, this May we will be offering you the chance to get your hands on our very own Edinburgh Zoo animal manure!
Spring market
10 and 11 May 2025
10:00 - 16:00
Get your garden and home ready for spring this May by visiting our pop-up craft market!
Tea and Talks
13 May – 11 June 2025 | Selected dates
11:00 - 12:00
Join us to enjoy a natter and a brew at the zoo!
Sunrise Safari Tours
17 May – 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.
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.
