Animal Viewing Impacts & Building Closures

African Savannah: Last entry to the African Savannah Building and the Savannah Loop pathway will be at 4:00 p.m. on March 22nd & March 29th to accommodate setup for Wild After Hours: Giraffes and Zebras (18+). Thank you for understanding.

Land of Lemurs Walkthrough & Outdoor Gorilla Amphitheatre: The two outdoor animal viewing areas are closed for the season. Lemurs and gorillas will be viewable in their indoor habitats.

African Savannah Yard: Our Hartmann’s mountain zebras and ostriches are off-view 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.

Exploration Asia: The Exploration Asia Redevelopment project is officially underway! The first phase of this transformation has begun, and our Japanese Serow and Japanese Macaques have left the zoo. Thank you for your understanding.

Adults-Only

Wild After Hours: Drag Dinner (18+)

August 23, 2024

Flamingle with the queens

Get ready to unleash your inner diva and sashay your way to a night of unforgettable fun. Drag your crew or your hot date to the wildest dining experience in town, where tasty treats and fierce performances collide.

Show your pride and enjoy a drag show hosted by the talented Nada Nuff. You’ll enjoy a delicious spread from the zoo’s award-winning culinary team and performances from talent at HireHeelsYYC. But hold onto your feathered boas – your ticket also includes admission starting at 1:00 p.m. so you can enjoy a whole day of fun.

Date: August 23rd, 2024

Time: Event starts at 6:00 p.m. and concludes at 10:00 p.m.

A VIP Drag Experience: (Sold Out)

There are a limited number of VIP tickets available. VIP guests will enjoy seating that gives an up close and personal experience with the glamour and glitz, and a complimentary cocktail or mocktail.

Ticket Price: $94 + GST
VIP Ticket Price: $114 + GST

Wild Adventurer Members receive a 10% discount.

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Additional Booking Information:

This is an adults-only experience (18+), valid ID will be required to enter. Guests arriving for this experience with children/infants will not be admitted. No refunds will be provided.
This experience is intended to be enjoyed after hours. As such, some of our animals may not be visible during this experience as they may be settling down for their evening sleep.
Tickets booked for 6 or more guests will receive their own tables, all other guests will be seated at group tables.
This event is entirely accessible. If you need to rent a wheelchair or powerchair, please contact Guest Relations at (403) 232-9300 at least 24 hours before the event. These services will not be open during the event without a pre-booking.
Parking  is $13 and is not included. Wild Journey members receive free parking when they register with ParkPlus.

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