Animal Viewing Impacts

Red Pandas: Our red panda mom and cubs will be off-habitat until approximately 11 a.m. on Monday, November 2, and Tuesday, November 3, to accommodate tree pruning in the area. Thank you for your understanding.

Polar Bears: Our male polar bears will be temporarily off-habitat during the morning of Tuesday, November 3, to accommodate regular habitat maintenance. Thank you for your understanding.

Tortoises: Our leopard tortoise and pancake tortoise are temporarily off-view while their habitat in the African Rainforest Building undergoes modifications. Thank you for your understanding.

Avian Influenza Protocols

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has confirmed the presence of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) within 200 kilometres of the Wilder Institute’s Calgary Zoo.

The health and well-being of the animals in our care remains our top priority. Out of an abundance of caution, we’re proactively implementing the following measures to protect our avian species:

  • Footbaths have been installed at the entrances to The Larry Ruskin Penguin Plunge, the Jihad Shibley Rocky Mountain Aviary, and the African Rainforest Aviary for all staff, volunteers, guests, and contractors entering these spaces.
  • Birds will continue to have outdoor access where appropriate and weather permitting.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support as we work to keep the animals we love safe.

West Gate Closure

Due to significant construction activities in and around Imagine Asia, the zoo’s West Gate will 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.

Operating Hours

Wilder Institute’s Calgary Zoo Hours

Our hours vary seasonally, please select the date of your upcoming zoo visit for the most up to date information.

See Your Favourite Animals

Animal Habitat Hours

Wild Canada – 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. (Last entry 4:45 p.m.)
Destination Africa – 9 a.m. – 5:15 p.m.
Imagine Asia – 9 a.m. – 5:15 p.m.
ENMAX Conservatory – 9 a.m. – 5:15 p.m.
Penguin Plunge – 9 a.m. – 5:15 p.m. (Last entry 5 p.m.)
Gorilla Amphitheatre – 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. (weather permitting)

Refuel & Refresh

Restaurant and Concession Hours

Penguin Cafe – 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m
Kitamba Cafe – 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Kitamba Java – 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Calgary Zoo Gift Shop

Experience More at the Zoo

Retail and Attractions

Wildlife Carousel – 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. (Sat & Sun only)
VR Station – 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
North Gift Shop – 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Bamboo-tique – 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Polar Treasures – 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.