Closure Alerts

Christmas Day: The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo will be closed on Wednesday, December 25th, for both day admission and ZOOLIGHTS, presented by Olympia Trust Company. Normal operations will resume on December 26th.

New Year’s Eve: On Tuesday, December 31st, last entry for day admission and members will be at 3 p.m. with grounds cleared at 4 p.m. to accommodate set up for our Zoo Year’s Eve event, presented by Orange Frog.

Thank you for your understanding.

Animal Viewing Impacts

Land of Lemurs Walkthrough & Outdoor Gorilla Amphitheatre: The two outdoor animal viewing areas will close for the season beginning on October 15. Lemurs and gorillas will be viewable in their indoor habitats.

African Savannah Yard: Our Hartmann’s mountain zebras and ostriches will be off-view until early 2025 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.

Public Notice

Pesticide application to control the invasive species Flowering Rush (Butomus umbellatus) will occur within the property boundary of the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo under approval from Alberta Environment and Protected Areas. For full details or information on appeals, click here.
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Animal zones

The animal kingdom, all in one place

Wild Canada

Canada is home to some of the world’s most incredible creatures. Visitors are taken on a journey through seven of Canada’s ecological zones.

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Destination Africa

See the majesty of the animal kingdom up close. From towering giraffes to powerful lions, you’ll discover the world’s most incredible creatures.

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Exploration Asia

From grassy plains to the northern tundra, Asia is a continent full of incredible creatures made to survive in unique conditions.

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Butterflies

ENMAX Conservatory

It’s time to take a deep breath. Breathe in the lush greenery of our greenhouse and see if a butterfly comes to greet you.

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Penguin Plunge

Find yourself in a penguin paradise. See penguins waddling on the beach under the aurora lights and splashing in the sunshine.

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Gardens

Dorothy Harvie Gardens

Discover an oasis. Across six acres of land, this garden shows what is possible in Calgary’s unique climate zone.

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Prehistoric Park

Get ready to roar. This seasonal space is full of dinosaurs that bring the past rulers of the world to life.

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    Dr. Shannon Toy examining a North American River Otter. Assisted by Animal Care Technician, Trevor Chester

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