Destination Africa: Destination Africa will close at 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 17th, to accommodate setup for FOCUSED: Destination Africa, presented by the Camera Store. Thank you for your understanding.
Penguin Plunge: Penguin Plunge will open at 9:30 a.m. on the following days to accommodate our Penguin Breakfast events:
June 28
July 6, 13, 19, and 27
August 2, 3, 10, 16, 24, and 31
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.
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.
Start your day with a delicious buffet breakfast featuring fresh fruit, pancakes, and more. Then, enjoy an engaging penguin talk, followed by exclusive early access to our Penguin Plunge habitat!
Pricing
General (16+): $79.00 +GST
Child (3-15): $61.00 + GST
Infants (2 and under) are free*
*Please advise if you have any infants or require a high chair in the note fields below. Must be requested in advance to be accommodated.
Member Discounts
Wild Adventurer members receive a discount off their ticket price.*
Wild Explore members receive discount off June 28th, 2025 event.*
Log in to your Member Account to access member pricing.
*Membership must be valid on the date of the visit/event to receive member pricing.
When:
Saturday, June 28th, 2025
Sunday, July 6th, 2025 (SOLD OUT)
Sunday, July 13th, 2025 (SOLD OUT)
Saturday, July 19th, 2025 (SOLD OUT)
Sunday, July 27th, 2025
Saturday, August 2nd, 2025 (SOLD OUT)
Sunday, August 3rd, 2025
Sunday, August 10th, 2025 (SOLD OUT)
Saturday, August 16th, 2025 (SOLD OUT)
Sunday, August 24th, 2025
Sunday, August 31st, 2025
Time: 7:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Where: Grazers Restaurant and Penguin Plunge
CLICK HERE for more information about the Penguin Breakfast experience.
Tickets are not sold onsite and must be purchased online in advance.
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.