Adjusted Hours and Impacts

Retail and Attraction Adjusted Hours: Several of our retail locations and attractions will have adjusted hours on Tuesday, June 9:

  • Bambootique: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
  • Polar Treasures: 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.
  • Wildlife Carousel: 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.
  • Virtual Reality Experience: 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.
  • Bugtopia Kiosk & Wild Treats: Closed

Thank you for your understanding.

Giraffes: Our giraffe tower will not be viewable until after 10 a.m. on Thursday, June 11, to accommodate routine habitat work. Thank you for your understanding.

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

Avian Influenza Protocols: The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has confirmed the presence of highly pathogenic avian influenza within 200 kilometres of the Wilder Institute/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:

  • Penguin Plunge and the Rainforest Aviary have foot baths at entrances for guests to use
  • The Jihad Shibley Rocky Mountain Aviary is closed until further notice
  • Birds will continue to have outdoor access where appropriate and weather permitting

Our dedicated Animal Care, Health & Welfare team will continue to monitor the situation and prioritize the health and well-being of the animals in our care. Thank you for your understanding and continued support as we work to keep the animals we all care about safe.

Animal Viewing Impacts:

PETRONAS Gateway to Asia Malayan Tapir Viewing: ‘Sempurna’ and her female calf ‘Nyawa’ have daily access to either the main indoor habitat or the outdoor habitat from 9:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. They’ll also have access to their behind-the-scenes space and may choose to spend time there, 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.

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Easter Brunch

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Easter Specialty Brunch at Safari Lodge

Enjoy a special Easter Brunch including Easter décor, a specialty menu, and fun Easter crafts for the kids!

When: Saturday, April 4th & Sunday, April 5th, 2026

Where: Safari Lodge

Time: Three seating times:

  • 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

  • 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

  • 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Easter Brunch Pricing: 
Adult (16-59): $59.95 + GST
Senior (60+): $55.95 + GST
Child (3-15): $33.95 + GST
Infants (under 3): Free

Click HERE to learn more about this event.

ALL Access Pass Holders, Wild Journey and Wild Guardian Members receive admission from your membership benefits.

Must be signed in prior to adding tickets to the cart. Log in to your ACCOUNT to access gate pass and member pricing.*
*Wild Journey and Wild Guardian members receive additional discounts.
*Access Gate Pass or Membership must be valid on the date of the visit/experience to receive special pricing. Pricing will be auto-applied to the cart.
*Access Pass and Member tickets are intended for the pass holder or member only, purchasing tickets with the special pricing for other use is prohibited.

If you are unsure of your membership login, please DO NOT create a new login, please email TicketandMembership@CalgaryZoo.com for assistance.


Additional Booking Information

  • Brunch tickets cannot be applied towards a membership. Tickets include Day Admission to the zoo.

  • Guests attending the first seating can enter zoo grounds starting at 8:45 a.m.

  • Ticket sales end at midnight, one day prior to the event. 

  • All special diets must be pre-ordered  and requested by midnight, one day prior to the event.

  • Infants under three are free! Please advise in the note field if you have any infants or require a highchair. This must be requested by midnight, one day prior to the event to accommodate.

  • Guests that wish to be seated with other bookings must add the request in the note field and ensure both parties are booked for the same seating date and time. We are unable to re-arrange bookings on the day of the event.

  • Your ticket price includes gratuity.

  • ParkPlus Parking at the zoo is $14. Wild Explorer, Wild Adventurer and Wild Guardian members receive free parking if they have successfully registered with ParkPlus.

  • Please enter with your tickets at our North Parking Lot and Entrance.

  • Please plan to arrive 15 minutes prior to your seating for sufficient time to walk to the venue.

  • Guests may be required to sit with other parties depending on seating/spacing availability.

  • Please note both the room and buffet will be cleared promptly at the end of the seating time.

  • This event takes place in Safari Lodge. For Easter Brunch in the ENMAX Conservatory on April 5th, please click here.

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/Calgary Zoo for more details.