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.
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!
Zoo-fari Tours
Selected dates | June 2026 – September 2026
09:00 - 10:00
Join us for a one-hour tour to learn amazing new facts about the species’ we care for!
Science Summer School
27 Jul – 7 Aug 2026
09:00 - 16:00
Join us at Edinburgh Zoo for our Science Summer School programme!
