Early Closures

Early Zoo Closure: Last entry to the Wilder Institute’s Calgary Zoo will be at 3:30 p.m. on Friday, September 11, to accommodate set up for our ZooBrew (18+) event. Last entry to buildings will be at 4 p.m. and the zoo will be cleared by 5 p.m. Thank you for your understanding.

Early Wild Canada Closure: Last entry to Wild Canada will be at 5 p.m. on Sunday, September 13, to accommodate set up for our FOCUSED (16+) event. Thank you for your understanding.

Early Asian Highlands Closure: Last entry to Asian Highlands will be at 4 p.m. on Sunday, September 20, and Sunday, September 27, to accommodate set up for Wild After Hours: Snow Leopards (18+). The area will be cleared by 5 p.m. Thank you for understanding.

Animal Viewing Impacts:

Polar Bear Viewing: Our polar bears will be temporarily off view in the main habitat from Tuesday, September 8, through Wednesday, September 16, while planned habitat maintenance is underway. The polar bears may still be visible in the courtyard through the amphitheatre window. Thank you for your understanding.

Giraffe Viewing: Our giraffes will not be viewable from Tuesday, September 15 through Thursday, September 17, to accommodate maintenance of the Savannah Building’s fabric doors. Thank you for your understanding.

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.

West Gate Closure

Due to significant construction activities in and around Imagine 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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Meet our Animal Care, Health & Welfare Team


Discover the fascinating world of the animals in our care led by Dr. Doug Whiteside, our Head Veterinarian & Senior Manager - Animal Health and Welfare, and his amazing team of veterinarians and animal health technologists! This event runs from 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., while guests can start exploring the zoo as early as 4:00 p.m. For more event details, please click here.

Where: Safari Lodge

When: Friday, June 26th, 2026 (SOLD OUT)

Time: 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Ticket Pricing:

Adult (16 – 59): $40 + GST
Senior (60+): $36 + GST
Child (3 – 15): $25 + GST

Members must be signed in to their ACCOUNT prior to adding tickets to their cart. 

*Memberships must be valid on the date of the event to receive applicable discounts. Pricing will be auto-applied to the cart.
*Member tickets are intended for the 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:

  • Ticket includes: Zoo grounds admission from 4 p.m., and a fascinating presentation by the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo’s Animal Care, Health & Welfare team.

  • Tickets are not sold onsite and must be purchased online in advance.

  • The content during this event is intended for an audience of ages 12+.

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

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

  • This event takes place snow, rain or shine. No cancellations will be refunded.

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.