Adjusted Hours and Impacts

Alpacas: Our alpacas will not be viewable on Friday, May 15th, during their routine health exams. Thank you for your understanding.

Savannah Plains: Our southern ostriches will not be viewable until Friday, May 15th, while seeding takes place in Savannah Plains. During this time, our Hartmann’s mountain zebras will be viewable inside Savannah Crossing. Thank you for understanding.

Jihad Shibley Rocky Mountain Aviary: The Jihad Shibley Rocky Mountain Aviary is temporarily closed. Thank you for your understanding.

Penguin Plunge: Last entry to Penguin Plunge will be at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 2nd, and Saturday, May 16th, to accommodate set up for our Wild After Hours: Penguins (18+) event. Thank you for your understanding.

Seasonal Closures

Prehistoric Park: Prehistoric Park reopens May 16th, 2026.

Animal Viewing Impacts:

PETRONAS Gateway to Asia Malayan Tapir Viewing: ‘Sempurna’ and her calf have daily access to the main indoor habitat from 10:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. They’ll also have access to their behind-the-scenes space and may choose to spend time there, especially when the calf is nursing, 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.

News

May 14, 2026

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Farewell to ‘Manuka’

We’ve got some bear-y important updates to share. This weekend, Saturday and Sunday, will be the last opportunity to see…

May 12, 2026

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Remembering ‘Kenickie’

We are saddened to share that last month, we said goodbye to our 5-year-old male rock hyrax ‘Kenickie’. After observing…

May 6, 2026

Special Events

What’s On This Month at the Zoo: Garden Globe Dining, Puzzle Nights, and more

A mix of new experiences and returning events is in store, ranging from interactive evening programming to seasonal brun…

April 29, 2026

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Saying Goodbye to ‘Fern’

Last month, we made the compassionate decision to euthanize our female wild boar ‘Fern’ following a period of declining…

April 22, 2026

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Welcoming Green Keel-Bellied Lizards

Liz celebrate National Volunteer Week by sharing names voted on by our volunteers for a new zoo species! We’re thrilled…

April 20, 2026

Announcements

Sichuan Takin to Join the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo’s Asian Highlands This Summer

20 APRIL 2026 (Calgary, AB) — This summer, a striking new resident is arriving at the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo’s Asi…

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News

Farewell to ‘Manuka’

Remembering ‘Kenickie’

What’s On This Month at the Zoo: Garden Globe Dining, Puzzle Nights, and more

Saying Goodbye to ‘Fern’

Welcoming Green Keel-Bellied Lizards

Sichuan Takin to Join the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo’s Asian Highlands This Summer

Check Out Our Ongoing Events At The Zoo