Adjusted Hours and Impacts

African Rainforest Building: The African Rainforest Building will open at 10 a.m. on Thursday, December 4th, to give our western lowland gorilla troop the space, comfort, and privacy they need as they meet their newest member, ‘Johari’. Thank you for your understanding.

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.

Animal Viewing Impacts:

PETRONAS Gateway to Asia Malayan Tapir Viewing: ‘Sempurna’ and her calf will 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.

Protecting our Birds: Updates Effective October 31
Our Animal Care, Health & Welfare (ACHW) team has downgraded our Avian Influenza threat level.

Please note the following changes effective today:

  • All birds have outdoor access if they choose and if weather permits
  • The Rainforest Aviary and the Jihad Shibley Rocky Mountain Aviary are open
  • Penguin Plunge and the Rainforest Aviary continue to have foot baths at entrances for guests to use

Our dedicated ACHW team will continue to monitor the situation and prioritize the health and well-being of the animals in our care. Thank you for your understanding and continued support as we work to keep the animals we all care about safe.

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.

  • Species Viewable: Bactrian camels, Komodo dragons, white-handed gibbons, Malayan tapirs, red-crowned cranes, Turkmenian markhors, Amur tigers, wild boar, and Pallas’s cats.
  • Species Not Viewable: Snow leopards and red pandas have been relocated during construction, but don’t worry – these beloved species will be back in 2026. Our Dalmatian pelicans are currently spending time in their winter holding space.

West Gate Closure

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.

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Donations

By becoming a Wildlife Guardian, you are showing your commitment to wildlife and wild places. At each level, Wildlife Guardians receive unique benefits, including a charitable tax receipt, while providing sustainable funding and care for the over 4,000 animals that call your Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo home.

All Wildlife Guardians Receive:

  • Free parking and 364 days of access

  • Unlimited admission to ZOOLIGHTS for the Wildlife Guardians

  • 20% off Special Events, including Wild After Hours events

  • 10% discount at all concessions and retails locations

  • Invitations to exclusive Wildlife Guardian events, as well as Conservation Talks & Tours and donor events

  • Free tea or coffee per visit

Advocate

Donations Annually: $600 to $1199

In addition to all benefits above, Advocates also receive:

  • A Dual or Dual Flex Wildlife Guardian membership

  • Two (2) guest admission tickets

Protector

Donations Annually: $1200 to $2999

In addition to all benefits of the Advocates, Protectors also receive:

  • A Dual or Dual Flex Wildlife Guardian membership

  • Four (4) guest admission tickets

  • Private guided tours of the zoo

Defender

Donations Annually: $3000 to $5999

In addition to all benefits of a Protector, Defenders also receive:

  • A Dual or Dual Flex Wildlife Guardian membership

  • Eight (8) guest admission tickets

  • Conservation Insider Opportunities

Champion

Donations Annually: $6000 to $9999

In addition to all the benefits of a Defender, Champions also receive:

  • A Dual or Dual Flex Wildlife Guardian membership

  • Ten (10) guest admission tickets

  • Zoo Insider opportunities

  • 20 Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo tickets donated to an organization in their name

By giving, you have the choice of a receiving a membership benefit, or to decline all benefits. The following options are available:

  • Dual Membership: With a dual membership you're able to get full membership benefits for you and another person.

  • Dual Flex Membership: A dual flex membership is one full membership for you, and a flex membership that can be used for any guest you choose to bring along.

  • Decline Benefits: You may wish to decline receiving benefits as a Wildlife Guardian. A tax receipt for the full amount of the donation will be provided.

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You will receive your welcome package in the mail, which includes more detailed information on your benefits, along with your charitable tax receipt for your donation as eligible by the CRA. Please allow up to 3 weeks for delivery. If you have any questions, please contact guardians@calgaryzoo.com.

The Calgary Zoological Society is a registered charity. Our charitable registration number is 118824192 RR0001.