Early Closures

Early Zoo Closure: Last entry to the Wilder Institute’s Calgary Zoo will be at 3:30 p.m. on Friday, September 11, to accommodate set up for our ZooBrew (18+) event. Last entry to buildings will be at 4 p.m. and the zoo will be cleared by 5 p.m. Thank you for your understanding.

Early Wild Canada Closure: Last entry to Wild Canada will be at 5 p.m. on Sunday, September 13, to accommodate set up for our FOCUSED (16+) event. Thank you for your understanding.

Early Penguin Plunge Closure: Last entry to Penguin Plunge on Thursday, September 17, will be at 4:15 p.m., with the building closed by 4:30 p.m, to accommodate a private event. Thank you for your understanding.

Early Asian Highlands Closure: Last entry to Asian Highlands will be at 4 p.m. on Sunday, September 20, and Sunday, September 27, to accommodate set up for Wild After Hours: Snow Leopards (18+). The area will be cleared by 5 p.m. Thank you for understanding.

Animal Viewing Impacts:

Polar Bear Viewing: Our polar bears will be temporarily off view in the main habitat from Tuesday, September 8, through Wednesday, September 16, while planned habitat maintenance is underway. The polar bears may still be visible in the courtyard through the amphitheatre window. Thank you for your understanding.

Grizzly Bear Viewing: Our grizzly bears are off-view from Tuesday, September 8 through Friday, September 18, to accommodate planned habitat work. Thank you for your understanding.

Giraffe Viewing: Our giraffes will not be viewable from Tuesday, September 15 through Thursday, September 17, to accommodate maintenance of the Savannah Building’s fabric doors. Thank you for your understanding.

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.

West Gate Closure

Due to significant construction activities in and around Imagine 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.

Fall Harvest Dinner: Takeaway

Fall Harvest Dinner: Takeaway

Looking for a special dinner at home? We’ve got you covered! Bring home our chef-created Fall Harvest Dinner with curbside pick-up. You’ll enjoy a classic turkey dinner for 10 in the comfort of your home, without the hassle in the kitchen. The best part? Your dinner helps fund wildlife conservation while giving you more time with your loved ones during the holiday season.

What: 10-person takeaway turkey dinner. View Menu.

When: Sunday, October 11 & Monday, October 12, 2026

Pickup Time: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Where: Security Office, South Gate (located north of the 12 Street Bridge in Inglewood at 1300 Zoo Road N.E.)

Price: $425 + GST

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The turkey is served hot. Dinner side items are served cold. Reheating instructions will be provided.

Add wine to your order!

Wilder Institute Wine

Wilder Institute’s house wines directly support wildlife and conservation. Choose from:

Wilder Institute Northern Leopard Frog Sauvignon Blanc
Mendoza, Argentina┃$48 + GST (750ml)

Wilder Institute Whooping Crane Malbec
Mendoza, Argentina┃$48 + GST (750ml)

Government ID is required at pick-up.

Additional Information

  • Admission to the zoo is not included with your order.
  • Takeaway dinners are sold online only and must be purchased before October 8, 2026.
  • Please note that the menu selection will apply to the full meal and accommodations cannot be tailored to individuals in your party.
  • Please note that our menu items marked as GF are gluten-friendly as we are not a gluten-free facility.
  • Pickup is available at the South Security Gate at 1300 Zoo Road N.E. (north of the 12 Street bridge in Inglewood.)
  • Please arrive on time for your chosen pickup time slot.
  • Government ID will be required for wine purchases.
  • Parking is available in the Visitor stalls of the South Parking Lot, strictly for dinner pickup only.