Wild Canada Opening & Updates

Wild Canada is now open to the public and members. We welcome you to take a journey through seven of Canada’s ecological zones, celebrating the wonder and diversity of a world where people, animals, and the land are connected.

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Our Wild Journey Membership Program Has Arrived

To simplify our membership program, we’re moving to a two-tiered structure – Wild Explorers and Wild Adventurers. The difference between the two? It’s all about the perks you receive!

Please click here for a comprehensive program overview and answers to frequently asked questions.

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Playgrounds
& Kids’ Activities

Going to the zoo should make you feel like a kid again. We’re making memories for kids with playgrounds and rides that make the zoo even wilder.
Bugtopia
Bugtopia
Bugtopia

    Brawn Family Foundation Bugtopia

    This larger-than-life interactive playground is designed for children of all ages (particularly those from 7-12). With select accessible and inclusive play features, you’ll be immersed in the world of insects.

    Hours

    Open daily, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

    Location

    In The Canadian Wilds

    Co-op kids zone playground
    Co-op kids zone rides

      Calgary Co-op Kids Zone

      Designed with toddlers in mind, there’s no better way to burn some energy than this playground – except maybe the Wildlife Carousel!

      Tickets for the Wildlife Carousel can be purchased at the Carousel or at any of our gift shops. Debit or credit are the preferred payment methods; however, cash is accepted. Cost:

      • Single ride: $3
      • All-day ride: $8 for non-members, $5 for members

      Playground

      Open daily, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

      Wildlife Carousel

      Operates Saturday and Sunday, 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.*

      Location

      In Exploration Asia

      *Hours are subject to weather and other conditions and may change without notice.

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      Zoo map

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      Playgrounds

      Kinsmen Zooventure Playground

      An adventure awaits. Explore animal-themed slides and tunnels and mazes galore.

      Hours

      Open daily, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

      Location

      In Destination Africa

      Dino Dig
      Dino Dig

        Prehistoric Park Dino Slide and Dino Dig

        It’s time to get up close and personal with dinosaurs. Climb inside and slide back out of a T. rex’s mouth, and become a paleontologist for a day by discovering bones in the Dino Dig.

        Hours

        Dino Dig is currently closed for the Fall & Winter season.

        Location

        In Prehistoric Park

        Co-op kids zone train station

        Calgary Co-op Electric Train

        There’s no better way to discover the zoo than by train. Visitors of all ages can travel from Exploration Asia to the Amur tiger habitat and back to the station at the Wildlife Carousel.

        All riders must have a ticket to board the train. Tickets can be purchased at the Wildlife Carousel or at any of our gift shops. Cost:

        • Single ride: $3
        • All-day ride: $8 for non-members, $5 for members

        Hours

        The Electric Train is currently closed for the Fall & Winter season.

        Location

        Calgary Co-op Kid’s Zone

        *Hours are subject to weather and other conditions and may change without notice.