Animal Viewing Impacts:

PETRONAS Gateway to Asia Malayan Tapir Viewing: ‘Sempurna’ and her female calf ‘Nyawa’ have daily access to either the main indoor habitat or the outdoor habitat from 9:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. They’ll also have access to their behind-the-scenes space and may choose to spend time there, so viewing isn’t always guaranteed. Thank you for your understanding.

Exploration Asia
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, and Pallas’s cats.
  • 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.

West Gate 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.

Canada Day Celebrations

Celebrate Canada Day at the zoo!

Join us for a wild and wonderful Canada Day celebration, where nature, culture, and community come together! We’ll be celebrating the wildlife and wild places that make Canada special. Whether you’re spending the day learning about Canada’s biodiversity, indulging in iconic Canadian treats, or getting festive with a maple leaf temporary tattoo, you’re sure to have an unforgettable day with us.

When: July 1, 2026
Time: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

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Wild Experiences Around the Park

A Full Day of Canada Day Fun

Celebrate Canada Day surrounded by some of the country’s most iconic wildlife! From special activities and photo opportunities to family-friendly entertainment, there’s something for everyone to enjoy throughout the day (weather permitting).

  • Canada Day Games & Activities
    Make your way to Asia Lawn for interactive games and activities that celebrate Canada’s wildlife, wild places, and the conservation efforts that help protect them.
  • The Wilder Bunch
    Join the Wilder Bunch as they bring Canadian wildlife to life with the daily Conservation Celebration Parade at 10:30 a.m., beginning in Penguin Plaza. Then, head to Savannah Lawn at 1 p.m. for Backyard Heroes and discover some of the amazing species that share our Canadian backyard.
  • Canada Day Creations
    Show off your Canadian spirit with mini flags, stickers and colouring pages, while supplies last.
  • Picture-Perfect Canada Day Moments
    Strike a pose with a larger-than-life Canadian icon! Stop by Asia Lawn to snap a photo with our giant inflatable beaver or Canada sign for a wild Canada Day keepsake.
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Wilder Moments

Animal Enrichment in Wild Canada

The Canada Day fun isn’t just for our guests, it’s for the animals too!

Throughout the day, discover special themed enrichment experiences happening across the zoo. From puzzle feeders to novel scents and objects, enrichment encourages natural behaviours, provides mental and physical stimulation, and supports animal wellbeing.

As you explore the zoo, keep an eye out for enrichment activities for animals from Canada and around the world!

Enrichment schedule coming soon.

Delicious eats and treats

Taste of the True North

What’s a Canada Day celebration without some classic Canadian treats? For this day only, indulge in festive flavours across the park with these special menu items:

  • Java Café – Salted Maple Latte and Maple Chai, served hot or cold over ice – 12 oz – $6.45 / 16 oz – $6.95
  • Kitamba Café  and  Penguin Café – Worms in Dirt Chocolate pudding, chocolate cookie crumble and gummy worms – $4.45
  • Java Café and Dairy Bar – Wild Canada Sundae 4 oz ice cream, P.B cups, pretzels, Oreo crumbs, mini marshmellows,  topped w/ chocolate sauce – $8.95

Plan Your Visit

Plan Ahead and Save

Get ready to celebrate, learn, and explore — all in one unforgettable day at the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo.

Canada Day is one of our most popular days of the year, so don’t miss out — be sure to book your tickets early!

Plan Your Visit

Canada Day Schedule

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Time Activity Location
10:00 a.m. Elder Session: Nature’s University Dorothy Harvie Gardens
10:00 a.m. Elder Session: Nature’s Classroom – Plants River Lodge Lawn
10:00 a.m. Animal Enrichment (Piñata) Muskox
10:00 a.m. Conservation Parade Penguin Plaza
10:30 a.m. Friendship Round Dance Asia Lawn
10:30 a.m. Wild About Tigers Tiger Amphitheatre
11:00 a.m. Elder Session: Nature’s University Dorothy Harvie Gardens
11:30 a.m. Animal Enrichment (Piñata) Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep
12:00 p.m. Elder Session: Iethka Nakoda Perspective & Relationship with Nature Dorothy Harvie Gardens
12:00 p.m. Wilder Bunch Performance Grazers Lawn
12:30 p.m. Friendship Round Dance Asia Lawn
1:00 p.m. Elder Session: Nature’s University Dorothy Harvie Gardens
1:00 p.m. Animal Enrichment (Piñata) Grey Wolves
1:30 p.m. Wild About Otters River Lodge
2:00 p.m. Elder Session: Nature’s Classroom – Plants River Lodge Lawn
2:30 p.m. Friendship Round Dance Asia Lawn
3:00 p.m. Wild About Bison Bison Habitat

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