Wild After Hours: In the Heat of the Night (18+)

Love on the wild side

We’re excited to announce the 31st annual In the Heat of the Night event, proudly presented by London Drugs! This zoo-nique evening is the perfect way to celebrate the most romantic time of the year with your special someone. Indulge in a delicious four-course dinner crafted with love by our award-winning culinary team, then turn up the heat with a cheeky, adults-only presentation (complete with pictures!) exploring how animals show their love in the wild.

This event sold out last year, so don’t miss out, get your tickets today!

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When:  

• Monday, February 13th, 2025
• Tuesday, February 14th, 2025
• Wednesday, February 15th, 2025

Where: The ENMAX Conservatory

Seating Areas: Choose from three seating areas within the ENMAX Conservatory: The Nutrien Garden of Life, the Garden Gallery, or the Orchid Garden.

Time: 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Schedule: 

• 5:30 p.m. – Guests may begin arriving and proceed to the ENMAX Conservatory for seating. The bar opens (accepts debit, credit, or cash)
• 6:00 p.m. – Official start of the event
• 6:30 p.m. – Dinner service begins at 6:30 p.m. sharp.
• 8:00 p.m. – Guests move into the theatre for the evening presentation (i.e., the naughty talk!)
• 9: 30 p.m. – Evening concludes

Ticket Price: $125 + GST per person

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Make the night extra special with a Valentine’s Day themed ZooCare Adoption!  

Surprise your special someone with a symbolic adoption in their name, and it will be ready and waiting at your table for when you arrive!   

Beyond being an extra surprise for your guest, your generous donation is also a special treat for the animals in our care, supporting their care, feeding, and enrichment.  

Order your $50 or $100 ZooCare Adoption package

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IMPORTANT:  Please remember to specify the date of your visit in the notes section so we can ensure your package is ready and waiting for you! 

Note: A limited selection of ZooCare adoption packages will also be available for purchase onsite. 

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Additional Booking Information:

• Ticket includes: four-course plated dinner and a memorable & playful exchange about romance in the wild.
• This is an ‘adults only’ (18+) experience. Guests arriving for this experience with children/infants will not be admitted. No refunds will be provided.
• Tables are for 2 people. A maximum of 2 tables can be pushed together. This must be requested in advance in the notes section when you complete your ticket purchase.
• Parking is only available in the North Lot for this event, however, if you require handicapped parking please reach out specialevents@calgaryzoo.com.
• Guests are able to be dropped off at our South Parking Lot located at 1300 Zoo Road NE, however, no parking is available at this location.
• Parking is $13 and is not included. Wild Journey members receive free parking.
• Wild Adventurer members receive a 10% discount. Members can access their discount by logging into your membership account. If you are unsure of your membership login DO NOT create your own login, please email TicketandMembership@calgaryzoo.com for assistance.