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It’s time to make some memories. Here’s everything you need to know to plan an unforgettable day at the zoo.

By planning your visit in advance and purchasing your tickets online, you'll find rates that make exploring our zoo even more accessible and affordable. Ticket prices vary from day to day, and the further in …

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The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo is situated on St. George Island, only five minutes from downtown Calgary and 20 minutes from the Calgary International Airport. Home to more than 4,000 animals …

Founded in 1929, the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo is Canada’s most visited zoo and a cherished family destination for locals and visitors alike. Situated on 125 acres in the heart of Calgary, Alberta, we are …

At the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo, we are bringing together our passion for plants and animals with our dedication to taking and inspiring action to sustain wildlife and wild places.

18 MARCH 2026 (Calgary, AB) – The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo has welcomed a new polar bear to Wild Canada. ‘Yellé’, a 20-year-old male, arrived on March 17, 2026, from Quebec’s Zoo Sauvage …

Nov 14, 2025 · As winter nights grow longer, the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo lights up once more with ZOOLIGHTS, presented by Olympia Trust Company.

Practice your waddling skills while watching four species of penguin traverse a beach under the aurora lights before meeting Canada’s most famous animal residents. Don’t let FOMO get the best of you, …