Annual Special Events
 
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 September

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Zoogala – PRIMAL – We’re gonna party like it’s 99,000 BC                                                    

Friday, September 10

6:00 pm to Midnight

EARLY BIRD PRICE $99 - VIP $200

Tickets on sale June 1

Click here for tickets and more info.

Get your caveman on with The Calgary Zoo’s Annual Fundraiser!  We DARE you to find a party that delivers more FUN for this price! 
Your ticket includes: food, wine and cocktail sampling from calgary’s hottest restaurants and beverage companies, interactive entertainment like temporary tattoo artists, fortune tellers and tribal dance performances, a live party band to dance under the stars to, a unique silent auction with  items like being a zookeeper for the day, animal encounters along the pathways with critters like pot bellied pigs or owls and finally an opportunity to get Primal, dress like a caveman and go wild all for an amazing cause!!!
VIP Ticket gets all of the above PLUS Behind the Scenes Tours will some our fabulous animals!  This is an Adults Only event,  No exceptions!

 
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Princess Day  

Saturday, September 25

10:00am to 3:00 pm

Her Royal Highness  has requested the presence of all Princesses and Princes from all over the land to come to the Calgary Zoo on this day to hold court, enjoy royal games and jovial court jesters and to help a cause that ALL princesses should care about,  FROGS!!  Frogs around the world are in a crisis and it’s up to the Princesses and Princes to save them. 
Don’t forget to wear your Princess gown and tiaras or your Princely garb and crown because all Prince’s and Princesses will receive a discount on admission that day if in full regalia.  You may even meet a real PRINCESS in person. Everyone is encouraged to wear a crown to the Zoo that day because you can enter to win fabulous prizes if you are wearing one!

 

 October

 logo Boo at the Zoo - NIGHT

Tuesday, October 26 to Saturday, October 30

6:30 pm to 9:00 pm

Gates close at 8:00 pm – Pre-purchased tickets only LIMITED TICKETS per night

Take a terrifying journey that will surely delight your 3-12 year old.  Spookies Haunted House will thrill the older children and the Toddler Friendly area is just perfect for the little ones with fun Halloween themed games for them to play.  Halloween wouldn’t be complete without a treat and every child (12 and under) will receive one!
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 logo Boo at the Zoo - DAYTIME

Sunday, October 31

10:00 am  to 3:00 pm

Value Added with Zoo Admission

This event is just perfect for the little ones with fun Halloween themed games for them to play.  Costume parade and Batty Bat Show!

 

November

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ZOOLIGHTS 

Friday, Nov.26 2010 to Sunday, January 2, 2011   (CLOSED CHRISTMAS DAY & EXCLUDING ZOO YEARS EVE)  

6:00 pm to 9:00 pm - Gates close at 8:30 pm

Zoolights at the Calgary Zoo is one of western Canada’s most spectacular and largest Holiday light shows. Surround your family with the beauty and splendour of over 1.5 million twinkling lights. This interactive light show immerses you in the spirit of the season and will tempt all five senses. Chat live with Santa direct from the North Pole with our exclusive SantaVision. Our creamy hot chocolate will always hit the spot on a cool night, while our cracking fire pits will keep you toasty warm as you listen to the festive choirs singing holiday favourites.
Our kids play areas are ideal for Holiday fun with the likes of Snowball Alley, Snow Bowling, The Reindeer Stables or Snigloo, where you can make your own igloo! Our customer favourites Candy Cane Lane and the Tunnel of Love are always part of the show because where else will all the couples get engaged?
Zoolights at the Calgary Zoo has so much to offer. It epitomizes the holiday spirit that is why it’s Calgary’s Favourite Holiday Tradition! Don’t miss it!

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 December

 
Zoo Year’s Eve

Friday, December 31

6:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Gates close at 8:30 pm.  LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE

Welcome the New Year with your friends at the Calgary Zoo!  Enjoy fabulous entertainment and the beautiful lights of Zoolights.  At 8:30 pm a spectacular fireworks display will cap the evening off with a bang and still leave time for Mom & Dad to enjoy the evening too!
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