Calgary Attractions

Penguin Walk
2025-02-03 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-02-04 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-02-05 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-02-06 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-02-07 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-02-08 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-02-09 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-02-10 10:30 - 11:00 UTC and 10 more dates | 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.

Murder at the Park: A Wedding to Die For
2025-02-06 18:00 - 22:00, 2025-02-07 18:00 - 22:00, 2025-02-08 18:00 - 22:00, 2025-02-13 18:00 - 22:00, 2025-02-14 18:00 - 22:00, 2025-02-15 18:00 - 22:00, 2025-02-20 18:00 - 22:00 | Heritage Park Historical Village, 1900 Heritage Dr. S.W., Calgary, Alberta, T2V 2X3, Canada
Are You Ready to Crack the Case?
Step into a thrilling evening of mystery, music, dinner and a murder most foul at the Wainwright Hotel! Set in 1922, during the prohibition era, this devilishly exciting three-act murder mystery will keep you on the edge of your seat.
The plot centers around the glamorous wedding of Lucious Briarheart and French heiress Andréa Beauchamp—seemingly a picture-perfect union. But what could go wrong at such a lavish event? How about a murder, cleverly disguised beneath the veil of celebration? The booze flows freely (disguised as tea, of course) as you try to solve the crime before the night is over.
Bring your sharpest detective skills and your best sleuthing friends for a night of mystery, suspense and deadly fun!
Don’t miss out on this exclusive event—it’s an evening you won’t forget!

Dates: Jan. 30-31 | Feb. 1, 6-8, 13-15, 20-22 & 27-28 | March 1 and 7 | April 4-5
Event Time: 6 – 10 p.m.
Location: Wainwright Hotel
Single Seat: $120 + GST
Table of Six Offer: $650 + GST (Save $70 when you book a full table!)
Annual Member Discount: Members get 15% off their seats!* Let the Guest Services team know you’re a member when booking to redeem!

Call Guest Services at 403.268.8500 to Book Your Seats!

Wild About Ice
2025-02-08 17:00 - 21:00 | Wilder Institute’s Calgary Zoo, 210 St. George’s Drive NE, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 7V6, Canada
Get ready for an unforgettable evening filled with awe-inspiring artistry, excitement, and fun! Join the Wilder Institute/Calgary zoo on February 8th for a spectacular ice-sculpting qualifying event in partnership with the World Ice Carving Association.
Stunning nature-themed ice sculptures will come to life before your eyes as the best of the best Canadian ice carvers compete for a spot to compete during the 2026 Cultural Winter Olympics in Italy.
When: Saturday, February 8th, 2025
Time: The ice carving competition begins at 3:30 p.m. and will finish by 7:30 p.m. Winners will be crowned at 8:00 p.m.

Wild After Hours: In the Heat of the Night
2025-02-13 17:30 - 21:30, 2025-02-14 17:30 - 21:30, 2025-02-15 17:30 - 21:30 | Wilder Institute’s Calgary Zoo, 210 St. George’s Drive NE, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 7V6, Canada
The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo is excited to announce the 31st annual In the Heat of the Night event, proudly presented by London Drugs! Taking place on February 13th, 14th and 15th, this zoo-nique evening is the perfect way to celebrate the most romantic time of the year with your special someone. Indulge in a delicious four-course dinner crafted with love by the zoo’s award-winning culinary team, then turn up the heat with a cheeky, adults-only presentation (complete with pictures!) exploring how animals show their love in the wild.

Valentine's Brunch at the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo
2025-02-16 09:00 - 15:30 | Wilder Institute’s Calgary Zoo, 210 St. George’s Drive NE, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 7V6, Canada
Celebrate love this Valentine’s Day with a delicious brunch at the zoo! Treat yourself and your loved ones to a mix of gourmet and comfort breakfast favorites, including a free-flowing chocolate fountain paired with fresh fruit, classic eggs benedict with Canadian bacon, a Belgian waffle bar, made-to-order omelettes, and much more.
Seating Times*:

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. – 3:30 p.m. | Arrival times 2:00 pm – 2:30 p.m.

Valentine’s Brunch Pricing
Adult (16-59): $59.95
Senior (60+): $55.95
Child (3-15): $33.95
Infant (Under 3): Free
