Wildlife And Human Life, Together.
Lace up your walking shoes
Wild Walk
On Saturday, October 4th, 2025, take part in the inaugural Wild Walk, powered by Booster Juice, at the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo and enjoy a morning filled with fun, fresh air, and wildlife. Each step you take is a step supporting animals at the zoo, with all walk proceeds going to animal care and conservation.
When: October 4th, 2025
Save 20% off admission
Happy Hour at the zoo
Make the most of Calgary’s sunny afternoons with a visit to the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo. For a limited time, enjoy 20% off daily admission tickets and souvenir cups when you visit after 3:00 p.m. from Thursday to Sunday. Whether you’re adventuring with little ones, having a relaxed afternoon visiting your favourite animals, or strolling through our gardens, a zoo visit makes for special summer memories.
Unlock the secrets of the ocean
Locked Zoo: Diving Deep (18+)
Solve puzzles, crack codes, and unlock the secrets of the ocean to escape before time runs out. You’ll be challenged to use your wits, think creatively, and work with your team to solve an intricate series of puzzles that bring animal conservation to life.
Zoo Map
Getting Around
Join us on our sustainability mission with our interactive digital map.
Important Zoo Updates
What You Need to Know
Adjusted Hours: Jihad Shibley Rocky Mountain Aviary
The Jihad Shibley Rocky Mountain Aviary will close at 3 p.m. each day from Tuesday, September 2nd through to Friday, September 5th, to accommodate painting in the area. Thank you for your understanding.
Exploration Asia Redevelopment: What to Expect
The Exploration Asia Redevelopment project is officially underway! While there are some viewing impacts in the area, you can still visit many of your favourite species.
Species Viewable:
Bactrian camels, Komodo dragons, white-handed gibbons, Malayan tapirs, red-crowned cranes, Turkmenian markhors, Amur tigers, wild boar, and Pallas’s cats. Plus, our Dalmatian pelicans can be found in their temporary home at Land of Lemurs!
Species Not Viewable:
Snow leopards and red pandas have been relocated during construction, but don’t worry – these beloved species will be back in 2026.
Thank you for your understanding.
West Entrance Closure
Due to significant construction activities in and around Exploration Asia, the zoo’s West Gate will remain closed for the 2025 season and is expected to remain closed until at least 2028/2029. This necessary step supports the safe movement of visitors while we undertake exciting improvements to animal habitats and visitor experiences.
Grazers Restaurant: Early Closure
Please note that Grazers Restaurant will be closing early at 2 p.m. for a staff event on June 27th, 2025.
Plan your visit
Get Up Close With Wildlife
It’s time to make some memories. Everything you need to know about daily hours, 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.