Luminous Sea Creatures Enchant Edinburgh Zoo This Winter

In the coming winter, Edinburgh Zoo is preparing to welcome back a captivating display of over 600 giant Chinese lanterns, but with a unique aquatic twist. The event, set to run for 60 nights from November 14th, 2025, to February 22nd, 2026, will feature a 1.3km trail showcasing a variety of illuminated sea creatures, some standing up to 20 feet tall.

Visitors can expect to be enchanted by the sight of a giant crab, a whale they can walk through, and other mesmerizing underwater-themed lanterns. The family-friendly event will be open on select evenings from 4:45 pm to 9 pm, and organizers recommend setting aside at least an hour to fully immerse oneself in the display.

While the zoo's animals will not be visible during the event, food and drink will be available throughout the experience. Standard adult tickets are priced at £21.50, while child tickets cost £16. Lindsay Ross, the events and experiences manager at Edinburgh Zoo, expressed her excitement at the return of the Giant Lanterns trail, stating that this year's aquatic theme will take visitors on a "magical journey into the deep, exploring the world of underwater wildlife, alongside marine myths and legends."