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

Sunrise Safari Tours

30 March – 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.

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!

Summer Solstice Soirée

21 Jun 2025

18:00 - 19:30

Running for a third year, we’re celebrating the brighter nights and World Giraffe Day with a summer soirée!

Nature Photography Workshops

26 June – 2 Sep 2025 | Selected dates

09:00 - 17:00

Our much-loved full day photography workshops are back for 2025, with renowned professional photographer Laurie Campbell. 

Summer Explorers

16 July – 7 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!

Creep Calm Workshops

7 Sept – 28 Sept 2025 | Selected dates

14:00 - 17:30

At the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS), we love spiders, but we recognise that not everyone does!

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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)