Delayed Zone Opening: Entry to Destination Africa will be at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 7th, to accommodate FOCUSED: Destination Africa (16+). Thank you for your understanding.
Early Zoo Closure: The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo will be closing at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, February 25th for a private employee celebration. The last entry for members and day admission guests will be 12 p.m. The zoo grounds will be cleared by 2 p.m. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we take some time to celebrate our talented teams’ hard work and dedication!
Seasonal Closures
Gorilla Amphitheatre: The Gorilla Amphitheatre is closed for the season from October 15th, 2025. Our gorilla troop remains viewable in their indoor habitat.
Prehistoric Park: Prehistoric Park is closed for the season from October 27th, 2025, pending favorable weather conditions.
PETRONAS Gateway to Asia Malayan Tapir Viewing: ‘Sempurna’ and her calf have daily access to the main indoor habitat from 10:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. They’ll also have access to their behind-the-scenes space and may choose to spend time there, especially when the calf is nursing, 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.
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.

The crime: at a content creator retreat where the zoo’s media ambassador will be chosen, a popular science influencer is murdered, and everyone is a suspect.
By the end of the night, you’ll know everything you need to solve the mystery. Dinner — and justice — will be served!
Date: Friday, March 27th, 2026
Time: 5:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Ticket Price: $94 + GST
For more event details, please click here.
Wild Adventure and Wildlife Guardian members receive a discount for the event by logging into their member account and purchasing tickets online. If you are unsure of your membership login, DO NOT create your own login, please email TicketandMembership@CalgaryZoo.com for assistance.
Additional 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.
This experience is intended to be enjoyed after hours. As such, all animal areas will be closed so our animals will not be visible during this experience.
A device with internet connection is required for this event.
Menu items marked as GF are gluten-friendly, as we are not a gluten-free facility.
This event is entirely accessible. 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.
Parking is $14 and is NOT included. Wild Journey members receive free parking when they successfully register with ParkPlus.
ZooDunnit will take place rain or shine and tickets are non-refundable.
All dietary requests must be pre-ordered and requested 48 hours prior to the event date.
THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING WILDLIFE CONSERVATION!
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.