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.

Animal Viewing Impacts and Closures

Grizzly Bears: Our grizzly bear cubs are currently off-habitat to support their first winter sleep.

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.

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Birthday Parties

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A wildly unique way to celebrate

There’s nothing kids love more than a day at the zoo – except a birthday party! The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo is the perfect place to celebrate your little one’s special day.

If you have any questions please reach out to Birthdays@calgaryzoo.com or call 403-232-9333.

CLICK HERE for more information about birthday parties at the zoo.

Booking a birthday party at the zoo

Follow the steps below to book your zoo birthday party:

  • Select your preferred date for the birthday party from the calendar.

  • Once you've chosen a date, pick a seating time from the options on the right/below.

  • A $160 deposit is collected with the remaining $240 collected at the time of payment.

  • Your booking includes 10 guests. Additional guests can be added on after the booking for an additional charge.

  • Enter the total number of attendees, including adults, children, and infants under 3.

  • Provide any special dietary requirements.

  • Let us know if you’ll need high chairs for your event.

You will be contacted within 48 hours of your booking to add-on any additional guests, extras and choose your food and gift bag options.

Birthday Party Terms and Conditions

Member Pricing

Member discount must be accessed by logging into your membership account. YOU MUST BE SIGNED IN PRIOR TO ADDING TICKETS TO THE CART to receive discounts (pricing will be auto applied).
Note: Membership must be valid on the date of the visit/experience to receive a discount.

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Please select a date from the calendar below and then select the time.

Initial booking includes reserved tables in the party room for the time and date selected, 10 guests, meals for 10 guests. You will be contacted for additional guests, meal choices and extras.

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Dress for the weather! The zoo is open year-round with plenty of areas to explore both outdoors and indoors. Day admission, events, experiences happen rain, snow, or shine. Purchases/tickets are non-refundable. Explore Wilder Institute's Calgary Zoo for more details.