Wildlife And Human Life, Together.
Cool nights. Warm Lights.
ZOOLIGHTS
ZOOLIGHTS, presented by Olympia Trust Company, is set to be BIGGER, BRIGHTER, and BOLDER than ever before! Back for its 28th season, the city’s favourite sparkling spectacle is sure to ignite your festive spirit as the zoo transforms into a magical winter wonderland.
Experience the magic of twinkling lights and dazzling displays, where the festive spirit brings you closer to family, friends, and the heart of the community. With ice skating, axe throwing, delicious treats, animal facts, and more, there are so many memories to be made on chilly nights under the twinkling lights!
Returning this year
Sunlight to ZOOLIGHTS
Spend your afternoon exploring the zoo and visiting your favorite animals, then stick around to experience the wonder of ZOOLIGHTS in one unforgettable visit.
Available from November 15th, 2024, to January 5th, 2025, the Sunlight to ZOOLIGHTS combo ticket allows you to visit the zoo during the day starting at 1 p.m. and stay for ZOOLIGHTS that evening with a single discounted ticket.
Save big by purchasing your tickets in advance!
Snow. Glow. Whoah.
Snow Globes
Snow Globes are back to make your next romantic date night, friends’ night out, family celebration or other occasion seasonally special. Enjoy your private oasis surrounded by twinkling lights at this one-of-a-kind experience.
Your reservation includes admission to ZOOLIGHTS along with a one and a half hour Snow Globe rental and your selected food and beverage package.
Zoo Map
Getting Around
Join us on our sustainability mission with our digital map.
Important zoo updates
What you need to know
Area Closure Alert: The Garden Gallery
The Garden Gallery in the ENMAX Conservatory will be closed from Monday, November 11th, through to Thursday, November 14th, to accommodate setup for ZOOLIGHTS, presented by Olympia Trust Company. Thank you for your understanding.
Outdoor Viewing Closures: Land of Lemurs Walkthrough and Gorilla Amphitheatre
Land of Lemurs Walkthrough & the outdoor Gorilla Amphitheatre will close for the season beginning on October 15. Lemurs and gorillas will be viewable in their indoor habitats.
Animal Viewing Impact: PETRONAS Gateway to Asia
PETRONAS Gateway to Asia will have adjusted viewing from September 23 until mid-November while we complete mechanical upgrades to the Malayan tapir habitat. Komodo dragons will remain viewable indoors. Malayan tapirs and red-crowned cranes will be viewable in their outdoor habitats (weather permitting). White-handed gibbons will not be viewable for the duration of the project. Thank you for your understanding.
Animal Viewing Impact: African Savannah Yard
Hartmann’s mountain zebras and ostriches will be off-view until the end of the year while we complete exciting upgrades in the African Savannah Yard, including the construction of a new Savannah Barn for the animals. Our giraffe tower will continue to be viewable throughout the project. Thank you for your understanding.
Plan your visit
Get Up Close With Wildlife
It’s time to make some memories. Everything you need to know about tickets, parking, our animals, and more to plan an unforgettable day at the zoo can be found here.
Memberships
Wild Journey Membership Program
To simplify our membership program, we’re moving to a two-tiered structure – Wild Explorers and Wild Adventurers. Discover your new membership and sweet, sweet perks.
Animal Zones
Discover Our Animals
From Penguin Plunge to Exploration Asia, our animal zones are home to over 100 species.
Events
Find What’s On Now
Whether you’re into brunch or seeing the zoo after hours, there’s an experience for everyone.
Host an event
Host your event at the zoo
Wow your guests with one of the most unique locations in Calgary. From corporate events to holiday parties and weddings, we partner with you to create remarkable events.
Care & Conservation
Our Approach
We’re not just a zoo – we’re a conservation organization committed to making the world a wilder place.
The Wilder Institute
Let’s make the world a little wilder
The animals we care for aren’t only in the zoo. As a global authority on wildlife conservation, our efforts extend across Canada and around the world.