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 Penguin Plunge Closure: Last entry to Penguin Plunge on Thursday, September 17, will be at 4:15 p.m., with the building closed by 4:30 p.m, to accommodate a private 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.

Grizzly Bear Viewing: Our grizzly bears are off-view from Tuesday, September 8 through Friday, September 18, to accommodate planned habitat work. 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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Wild After Hours: Zoo Brew (18+)

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Wild After Hours: Zoo Brew (Adults-only 18+)

Sip on local craft brews, indulge in delicious eats, and enjoy a stroll through the zoo at this adults-only event. For more event details, please click here.

When: Friday, September 11, 2026
Time: 5:30 p.m. – 10 p.m.
VIP access: Begins at 5 p.m.
Tickets: $99 + GST
VIP Tickets: $139 + GST

More than just beer at the zoo!

  • After-hours admission to the zoo

  • Tantalizing drink samples from local craft breweries and drink vendors

  • Gourmet culinary offerings from chef-attended food stations from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.

  • An exclusive viewing of the new Asian Highlands habitat from 7 p.m. – 8 p.m.

  • A keepsake tasting mug

  • Engaging lawn games

  • LEGO® Masters Stephen Joo and Stephen Cassley LEGO® building experience

Members must be signed in prior to adding tickets to their cart. Log into your ACCOUNT to access gate pass and member pricing.

*Wildlife Guardians and Wild Adventurers receive exclusive discounts.
*Membership must be valid on the date of the visit/experience to receive special pricing. Pricing will be auto-applied to the cart.
*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:

  • This is an adults-only experience (18+), valid ID will be required to enter. Guests arriving for this experience with children/infants will not be admitted. No refunds will be provided.

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

  • This experience is intended to be enjoyed after hours. Some of our animals may not be visible during this experience as they may be settling down for their evening sleep.

  • This event will take place rain or shine. Please be sure to dress accordingly for the occasion.

  • This event is mostly accessible, however, portions of the event do take place on lawns and grass areas which are difficult for wheelchairs and powerchairs to navigate. If you need to rent a wheelchair or powerchair, please contact Guest Relations at (403) 232-9300 at least 24 hours before the event. These services will not be open during the event without a pre-booking.

  • Please note that our menu items marked as GF are gluten-friendly as we are not a gluten-free facility.

  • 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.

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.