Wild Canada Opening & Updates

The countdown is on! Wild Canada will open to the public and members at 11 a.m. on December 1st, 2023! Visitors may still enter the zoo at 9:00 a.m., as per our normal business hours.

We look forward to welcoming visitors back to the space when the new Wild Canada zone officially opens on December 1, 2023.

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Our Wild Journey Membership Program Has Arrived

To simplify our membership program, we’re moving to a two-tiered structure – Wild Explorers and Wild Adventurers. The difference between the two? It’s all about the perks you receive!

Please click here for a comprehensive program overview and answers to frequently asked questions.

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Upcoming Closures: Destinations and Spaces

African Rainforest, gorilla viewing: The western lowland gorilla troop will not be viewable during the morning of November 30 from opening until approximately 1:30 p.m. while construction work is done to the upper viewing area of their habitat. Thank you for your understanding.

Penguin Plunge, penguin viewing: Penguin Plunge will be closed from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. on December 1, 2023. Thank you for your understanding.

Fall Friends & Family Pass

For a limited time, get up to 20%* off when you purchase tickets for 2 adults and 3 or 4 children.
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Friends & Family Discount

Our friends and family discount is back for a limited time this fall. Get up to 20%* off when you purchase tickets for 2 adults and 3 or 4 children. Simply select 2 adults and 3 or 4 children, the day you and your pack are planning to visit, and enter the promo code that applies to you.

2 adults 3 children use: FF3KIDS 

2 adults 4 children use: FF4KIDS

*T&Cs apply.

Offer extends from Tuesday, October 10th to Thursday, November 30th, 2023. Tickets must be used between these dates and not after the offer has concluded. Discount is calculated based on current season full price tickets for adults and children.

Click here for a step-by-step guide.

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Terms & Conditions

  • Valid from Tuesday October 10 to November 30, 2023 inclusive
  • Guests must visit before November 30 to redeem their discounted tickets
  • 20% discount is calculated based upon the full price cost of 2x adult tickets and 4x child tickets (October 10, 2023)
  • Tickets can be purchased online only. This offer is not valid for in-person ticket purchases at the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo
  • Friends and family discount is for 2 adults and 3 or 4 children only

Friends and Family Pass FAQ’s

How long does the promotion run for?

This promotion is for a limited time only and tickets must be used on or before November 30, 2023.

How is the discount is calculated?

The discount is calculated based on current season full price tickets (October 2023) for adults and children.

What are the discount codes?

The discount codes for this promotion are below. No other discount codes are valid for this promotion.

FF3KIDS: 2 adults 3 children
FF4KIDS: 2 adults 4 children

Can my ticket purchase go towards a membership?

Yes they can.

Does the promo extend to larger groups (more than 2 adults and 4 kids)?

The Friends and Family discount is for 2 adults and 3 or 4 children only.

Can I use these promo codes for a special event?

No, the discount codes are only applicable for daily admission tickets, not special event tickets.

What age children qualify for a child priced ticket?

Child tickets are eligible for children aged 3 to 15 years of age.

Where can I use the discount codes/get the discount for my group?

Tickets can be purchased online via the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo website only.

Can I buy the Friends and Family Pass more than once?

Yes! Groups can purchase these passed as many times as they like during the promotion period, however, tickets must be used on or before November 30, 2023.