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.
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.
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.
Zoo gift cards give you access to make purchases throughout the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo, including food and admission. Please note that zoo gift cards are not accepted at any retail/gift stores.
Other items you can purchase using your zoo gift card include special events tickets such as ZOOLIGHTS, Adult Nights, Brunch and more.
For more details on gift card terms and conditions and usage, please see our Gift Card Use Agreement.
To purchase individual cards for different recipients please select the amount, add to cart and return to select the next gift card using the links in the cart.