Calgary Attractions

Halloweekends at Calaway Park
2024-10-05 11:00 - 17:00, 2024-10-06 11:00 - 17:00, 2024-10-12 11:00 - 17:00, 2024-10-13 11:00 - 17:00 UTC | Calaway Park, Calaway Park, 245033 Range Road 33, Calgary, Alberta, T3Z 2E9, Canada
Join the Boo Crew at Calaway Park this Fall! Stroll through Hallotown… if you dare! Is it scary? No, it’s friendly! Dress up as your favorite family friendly character and enjoy a day of Fall fun! It’s a spooktacular good time for the whole family! Open Saturdays, Sundays, and Thanksgiving Monday from 11am to 5pm.

Wild After Hours: Tigers (18+)
2024-10-05 15:00 - 2024-10-12 21:00 | Wilder Institute’s Calgary Zoo, 210 St. George’s Drive NE, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 7V6, Canada
Immerse yourself in the secret world of the Amur tiger at this adults-only event. Enjoy an exclusive after-hours viewing of the tigers in Exploration Asia, followed by a delicious four-course meal. The evening also includes a captivating presentation about these majestic creatures, featuring stories, photos, and videos from the dedicated staff who care for them.
Don’t miss out on this wildly unique experience – get your tickets now before they’re gone!
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Thanksgiving at the Wainwright Hotel
2024-10-12 11:00 - 2024-10-14 15:30 | Heritage Park Historical Village, 1900 Heritage Dr. S.W., Calgary, Alberta, T2V 2X3, Canada
This Thanksgiving, enjoy the cozy ambiance of the Historic Wainwright Hotel and indulge in seasonal favourites like Maple Roasted Butternut Squash Soup and Oven-roasted Turkey. Surrounded by the vibrant fall colours of the Historic Village, it’s a feast for both your eyes and your taste buds!
Date: Oct. 12 – 14, 2024
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Location: Wainwright Hotel
For more info, visit Thanksgiving at the Wainwright Hotel

Thanksgiving Tea
2024-10-12 12:30 - 2024-10-13 14:30 | Heritage Park Historical Village, 1900 Heritage Dr. S.W., Calgary, Alberta, T2V 2X3, Canada
Celebrate the season with a cozy Thanksgiving Tea at Heritage Park’s Famous 5 Centre of Canadian Women! As the crisp fall air sets in, gather friends and family for warm tea and delicious finger foods in this iconic heritage spot. Afterward, enjoy complimentary admission to explore the Historical Village, taking in the beauty of the changing season on its final weekend of the season. It’s the perfect way to enjoy Thanksgiving and embrace the fall spirit!
Dates: Oct. 12 and 13, 2024
Times: 12:45 p.m. | 1:00 p.m. | 2:00 p.m. | 2:30 p.m.
Location: Famous 5 Centre of Canadian Women
For more info, visit Thanksgiving Tea

Fall Harvest Dinner
2024-10-13 12:00 - 20:30 | Wilder Institute’s Calgary Zoo, 210 St. George’s Drive NE, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 7V6, Canada
Celebrate the season in style with Fall Harvest Dinner, presented by Hydragreens, at the zoo! Join us for a cozy fall day exploring the zoo, followed by a delicious four-course turkey dinner. The best part? You’ll spend the day with family and friends – instead of being stuck in the kitchen!
When: Sunday, October 13th 2024
Where: Safari Lodge, Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo
Schedule:

12:00 p.m.: Guests are welcome to enter the zoo starting at noon to enjoy an afternoon exploring the zoo grounds
5:00 p.m. – 5:45 p.m.: Doors open at Safari Lodge and the cash bar will be open for drinks
6:00 p.m.: Four-course Harvest Dinner begins at 6:00 p.m. sharp
8:30 p.m.: Evening concludes
Ticket Price*
Adult: $65 + GST
Senior: $55 + GST
Child (3-15): $30 + GST
*Infants (2 and under): are free. Please let us know if you have infants joining you when you book your tickets.

Thanksgiving Dinner at the Selkirk
2024-10-14 17:00 - 21:00 | Heritage Park Historical Village, 1900 Heritage Dr. S.W., Calgary, Alberta, T2V 2X3, Canada
On Monday, Oct. 14, you, your family and friends are invited to The Selkirk at Heritage Park for a warm and inviting three-course Thanksgiving dinner. Indulge in all your favourites, from maple-roasted turkey and savoury stuffing to a decadent pumpkin cheesecake. With the Glenmore Reservoir’s vibrant fall leaves as your backdrop, it’s the perfect setting to gather and celebrate with friends and family.
If dinner doesn’t fit your schedule, The Selkirk will also be serving a delicious Thanksgiving Lunch Feature from Oct. 12 to 14.
Date: Monday, Oct. 14
Time: 5 – 9 p.m.
Location: The Selkirk
For more info, visit Thanksgiving Dinner at the Selkirk

Dinner and a Movie - Elvis: At Heritage Park
2024-10-15 17:30 - 23:00 | Heritage Park Historical Village, 1900 Heritage Dr. S.W., Calgary, Alberta, T2V 2X3, Canada
One of Calgary’s Best Dinner Experiences
As the crisp fall air sets in, there’s no better way to spend an evening than with dinner and a movie at Heritage Park. Begin your night with a gourmet three-course meal in the iconic Gasoline Alley Museum, where you’ll dine amidst one of the world’s largest public collections of antique vehicles. Afterward, grab some popcorn and settle in for a screening of Elvis on our big screen. It’s the perfect date night or a fun night out with friends. Reserve your seats now!
Date: October 15, 2024
Time: ~5:30 – 11:00 p.m.
Dinner Reservations Available Between 5:30 – 6:45 p.m.
Screenings Begin: ~7:15 p.m.
Location: Gasoline Alley Museum
Price: $49.95 per person
For more information, visit Dinner and a Movie- Elvis

Wild After Hours: ZooDunnit (18+)
2024-10-18 18:00 - 21:00 | Calgary Zoo, 1300 Zoo Rd NE, Calgary, T2E7V6, Canada
We need your help to crack the case! Join us this October for a brand new live murder mystery game. Gather clues, engage with a shady cast of characters and enjoy food and drinks throughout the zoo. This adults only night will have your team of detectives on your toes as you discover who is ‘lion’. By the end of the night, you’ll have everything you need to know in order to solve the mystery – dinner and justice will be served!
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Ghost Teas
2024-10-19 12:45 - 2024-10-20 14:15 | Heritage Park Historical Village, 1900 Heritage Dr. S.W., Calgary, Alberta, T2V 2X3, Canada
Gather your friends and family for a spine-chilling twist on Heritage Park’s Famous 5 Afternoon Teas! Start with a 60-minute, family-friendly ghost tour through the Park’s haunted sites, where you’ll uncover eerie tales of ghostly sightings and mysterious happenings. Afterward, indulge in a spooktacular tea service featuring treats like Petit Frightful Finger Sandwiches, Mummy Wrapped French Pastries, and more—it’s a deliciously haunting experience!
Time: 12:45 p.m. | 1:00 p.m. | 2:00 p.m. | 2:15 p.m.
Dates: Oct. 19 & 20
Location: Heritage Park – Famous 5 Centre of Canadian Women
For more info, visit Ghost Teas

Halloween Brunch
2024-10-26 09:00 - 2024-10-27 14:00 | Wilder Institute’s Calgary Zoo, 210 St. George’s Drive NE, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 7V6, Canada
This October, experience a hauntingly delicious Halloween brunch, featuring an eerie-sistible specialty menu, ghoul-ishly good desserts, and fang-tastically fun décor. With Halloween music setting the mood, costumes are encouraged—so come dressed in your favorite outfit for a fun-filled day out at the zoo!
When: Saturday, October 26th and Sunday, October 27th
Where: Safari Lodge, Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo
Seating Times*:

First seating at 9:00 a.m.
Second seating at 11:30 a.m.
Third seating at 2:00 p.m.

Halloween Brunch Combo Pricing:
Adult (16-59): $69.95
Senior (60+): $67.95
Child (3-15): $43.95
Infant (Under 3): Free
*Please plan your arrival to allow yourself sufficient time to enjoy brunch during your seating window. Please note both the room and buffet will be cleared promptly at the end of the seating time. Thank you for your understanding.

ZooBOO
2024-10-26 09:00 - 2024-10-27 17:00 | Wilder Institute’s Calgary Zoo, 210 St. George’s Drive NE, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 7V6, Canada
Turn trick-or-treating with the kids into a wild adventure at ZooBOO! Join us on October 26th and 27th for a hauntingly good time. With two days of Halloween fun to choose from, get your kids dressed in their most fang-tastic outfits! They can unleash their creativity on a monster mural, enjoy exciting activities, explore kid-friendly treat stations, and discover incredible wildlife from around the world.

Date(s): Saturday, October 26th and Sunday, October 27th
Where: Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. daily

Dinner and a Movie - Beetlejuice: At Heritage Park
2024-10-29 17:30 - 23:00 | Heritage Park Historical Village, 1900 Heritage Dr. S.W., Calgary, Alberta, T2V 2X3, Canada
One of Calgary’s Best Dinner Experiences
As the crisp fall air sets in, there’s no better way to spend an evening than with dinner and a movie at Heritage Park. Begin your night with a gourmet three-course meal in the iconic Gasoline Alley Museum, where you’ll dine amidst one of the world’s largest public collections of antique vehicles. Afterward, grab some popcorn and settle in for a screening of Beetlejuice on our big screen. It’s the perfect date night or a fun night out with friends. Reserve your seats now!
Date: October 29, 2024
Time: 5:30 – 11:00 p.m.
Dinner Reservations Available Between 5:30 – 6:45 p.m.
Screenings Begin: 7:15 p.m.
Location: Gasoline Alley Museum
Price: $49.95 per person
For more info, visit Dinner and a Movie- Beetlejuice

Ghosts and Gourmet
2024-10-30 18:00 - 2024-11-02 21:30 | Heritage Park Historical Village, 1900 Heritage Dr. S.W., Calgary, Alberta, T2V 2X3, Canada
Ghosts and Gourmet is back at Heritage Park for a night of delicious dining and spine-chilling storytelling. Start your evening with a gourmet three-course meal at the Historic Wainwright Hotel, where a spooky Halloween dinner party sets the perfect eerie tone. After your meal, step into the shadows as you embark on one of Calgary’s best ghost tours. As night falls, explore the darker side of history with tales of haunted buildings, mysterious apparitions, and eerie encounters that have lingered at Heritage Park for generations. Don’t miss this spooktacular night of food and fright!
Dates: Oct. 30 & 31 | Nov. 1 & 2
Times: 6:00 – 9:30 p.m
Location: Wainwright Hotel
For more info, visit Ghosts and Gourmet

ZOOLIGHTS
2024-12-21 17:00 - 21:00, 2024-12-22 17:00 - 21:00 | Wilder Institute’s Calgary Zoo, 210 St. George’s Drive NE, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 7V6, Canada
ZOOLIGHTS, presented by Olympia Trust Company, is set to be BIGGER, BRIGHTER, and BOLDER than ever before! Back for its 28th season, the city’s favourite sparkling spectacle is sure to ignite your festive spirit as the zoo transforms into a magical winter wonderland.
Experience the magic of twinkling lights and dazzling displays, where the festive spirit brings you closer to family, friends, and the heart of the community. With ice skating, axe throwing, delicious treats, animal facts, and more, there are so many memories to be made on chilly nights under the twinkling lights!
New this year: Remember to purchase your tickets in advance to save big!
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Festive Brunch
2024-12-22 09:00 - 16:00, 2024-12-29 09:00 - 16:00 | Wilder Institute’s Calgary Zoo, 210 St. George’s Drive NE, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 7V6, Canada
Enjoy a holiday-themed brunch at the zoo with all the trimmings, including special seasonal décor, festive dishes, delicious desserts, and fun crafts for kids!
SCHEDULE: There are 3 times available. Please select the time associated with the seating of your choice when selecting tickets.

First Seating: 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. (arrival time 9:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.)
Second Seating: 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. (arrival times 11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.)
Third Seating: 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. – (arrival times 2:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.)

Ticket Prices:
General (16-59): $69.95
Child (3-15): $43.95
Senior (60+): $67.95
Infants (under 3): Free*

Zoo Year's Eve: Family Night
2024-12-31 17:00 - 21:00 | Wilder Institute’s Calgary Zoo, 210 St. George’s Drive NE, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 7V6, Canada
Celebrate Zoo Year’s Eve: Family Night, presented by Orange Frog, with the best and brightest backdrop in the city.
You’ll be able to enjoy all the fun of ZOOLIGHTS, presented by Olympia Trust Company, with extra special activities added to help you ring in the New Year – including numerous countdowns and a Zoo Year’s Eve light show so your little ones don’t have to stay up too late to partake in the fun! It’s a festive way to help you and your loved ones ring in the new year while supporting the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo’s wildlife conservation efforts. Zoo concessions will be open for food and beverage purchases.
Activities:

Test your skills by carving your own ice sculpture!
Dance under our interactive light display with light-up hula hoops!
Celebrate the New Year with an extra light display that features a ball drop every 20 minutes!

Ticket Price(s):

General (16+ years old): $29.95 + GST
Children (3 – 15 years old): $22.95 + GST
Infant (Under 3): free

Zoo Year's Eve: Adults Night
2024-12-31 22:00 | Wilder Institute’s Calgary Zoo, 210 St. George’s Drive NE, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 7V6, Canada
We are keeping the lights on until midnight to celebrate the New Year! This Zoo Year’s Eve: Adult Night (18+) event, presented by Orange Frog, will include the beauty of ZOOLIGHTS, presented by Olympia Trust Company, and an extra special light show with a ball drop and countdown at midnight. Cheer on the countdown and spend the evening with the ones you love. Zoo concessions will be open throughout the event, so treat yourself to a hot chocolate or snack and make this a night to remember.
Activities:

Receive late night access to ZOOLIGHTS, adults-only!
Test your skills with by carving your own ice sculpture!
Dance under our interactive light display with light-up hula hoops!

Penguin Walk
2025-01-11 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-01-12 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-01-13 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-01-14 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-01-15 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-01-16 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-01-17 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-01-18 10:30 - 11:00 | Wilder Institute’s Calgary Zoo, 210 St. George’s Drive NE, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 7V6, Canada
The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo is excited to share that the Penguin Walk, presented by WestJet, is waddling back this January! Starting January 11th and running until early March*, watch as the king penguins step outside their habitat for a royal stroll through the zoo grounds each morning.
Penguin Walk is dependent on the birds’ desire to walk as well as the weather, but luckily for zoo guests, the colony loves to walk and usually chooses to!
When: Saturday, January 11th – early March 2025*
Time: 10:30 a.m. daily (weather conditions permitting)
Cost: Penguin Walk is included with your daily admission ticket to the zoo
Remember to get your tickets in advance to save big on daily admission!
*Please note: Penguin Walk will be cancelled if the temperature warms up to 5° C, drops to or below -25° C, or the winds are too strong.
