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.

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.
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!
Creatures of the Planet – Edinburgh Science Festival
Saturday 5 – Sunday 20 April
11:45 - 12:15
Join our expert animal experiences team in our engaging and fun animal antics shows.
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.
Spring Explorers
Selected dates this April
10:00 - 13:00
Our Spring Explorers programme is now open for bookings!
Wildlife Adventurers – Edinburgh Science Festival
Wednesday 9 and Thursday 10 April
11:00 - 12:00
Discover our wildlife garden at Edinburgh Zoo where children can participate in experimental play and a range of fun engaging activities.