Closure Alerts

Christmas Day: The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo will be closed on Wednesday, December 25th, for both day admission and ZOOLIGHTS, presented by Olympia Trust Company. Normal operations will resume on December 26th.

New Year’s Eve: On Tuesday, December 31st, last entry for day admission and members will be at 3 p.m. with grounds cleared at 4 p.m. to accommodate set up for our Zoo Year’s Eve event, presented by Orange Frog.

Thank you for your understanding.

Animal Viewing Impacts

Land of Lemurs Walkthrough & Outdoor Gorilla Amphitheatre: The two outdoor animal viewing areas will close for the season beginning on October 15. Lemurs and gorillas will be viewable in their indoor habitats.

African Savannah Yard: Our Hartmann’s mountain zebras and ostriches will be off-view until early 2025 while we complete exciting upgrades in the African Savannah Yard, including the construction of a new Savannah Barn for the animals. Our giraffe tower will continue to be viewable throughout the project.

Thank you for your understanding.

Public Notice

Pesticide application to control the invasive species Flowering Rush (Butomus umbellatus) will occur within the property boundary of the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo under approval from Alberta Environment and Protected Areas. For full details or information on appeals, click here.
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Holiday Gift Boxes

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HOLIDAY GIFT BOXES


We’re excited to introduce our newest holiday offering: festive gift boxes available exclusively for online order with easy pick-up! Each gift comes beautifully packaged in a cozy tartan design, ready to tuck under the tree.

Every purchase helps fund important conservation work, supporting wildlife and wild places both locally and around the globe. This season, share the joy of giving back.

Women's Holiday Gift Box - $89.99

-Alpaca wool blend scarf
-100% Organic African Shea Butter - 2 oz. jar
-Tentree cotton patch beanie - black, one size fits all
-Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo exclusive animal collage metal ornament
-$20 Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo Gift Card

Suggested retail value ($111)

Men's Holiday Gift Box - $89.99

-Alpaca wool blend scarf
-Endangered species socks - Men's size 10-13
-Tentree cotton patch beanie - black, one size fits all
-$20 Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo Gift Card

Suggested retail value ($108)

Kid's Holiday Gift Box - $89.99

-Make a Difference and Go Green Activity Book
-Besties water bottle
-Fahlo animal tracker bracelet
-Wild Republic Rock Hopper Penguin Plush
-$20 Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo Gift Card

Suggested retail value ($122)

Important Gift Pick Up Information

  • Gift bags are available for Pick-up only.

  • Gifts can be picked up from our Guest Relations team between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. within 7 days of ordering.

  • Gift boxes final pick-up is by 4 p.m. December 24, 2024.

  • Please allow 24 hours for order processing before pick-up.

  • Please bring your order ticket and receipt with you (digital or printed) for pickup.






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**If applicable Early Bird, Promotion or Member Pricing will be applied in the cart.
**Membership must be active at the time of the event to receive member pricing.

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 our website Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo for more details.