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!
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.
New Parent social
Monthly from September 2024 – June 2025
10:30 - 12:00
Our New Parent socials are created for new parents looking to spend some time at the zoo and build their community.
Wild Discovery Days
April – Sep 2025 | Selected dates
10:00 - 16:00
On selected dates, we’re hosting celebration days with themed talks, pop-up engagement activities and crafts relating to different zoo topics!
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!
