Edmonton Valley Zoo

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Come and explore one of Edmonton's premier attractions!

The Edmonton Valley Zoo is home to more than 350 animals, focused on conservation, and offers fun and education for the whole family.

Visit 2 Premier City Attractions for the Price of 1!

Between February 18 - March 31, 2023, Alberta residents can receive 2-for-1 admission to both the Edmonton Valley Zoo and the Muttart Conservatory. Simply purchase your admission to either facility and then show your receipt with a piece of valid Alberta identification to receive your free admission to the other facility!

Your first admission can be purchased online in advance or upon arrival. Your second admission ticket will be given at the gate at the time of your visit.

Hours and admission prices:

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Events at the Zoo

Photo of a live bunny sitting in front of three Easter baskets. The left-most basket says "Easter" with a cartoon bunny face next to it.

Easter at the Zoo!

April 10, 10am-4pm

Spring is in the air at the Edmonton Valley Zoo! Celebrate Easter with a scavenger hunt, an Easter craft, an EGGcellent touch table and more!

Animal Talks

Daily

Looking to get closer to some of our animals? Join us to meet and learn about one of the fascinating species that lives here at the zoo!

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Parties and Event Rentals

Let the Edmonton Valley Zoo team help you plan a wild and unique event in one of our exciting locations onsite!

Come visit us today!

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Book your timed entry online or drop in and pay your admission at the front counter. Reserving in advance will guarantee admission and avoid line-ups. Children ages 13 and under must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Buy Tickets / Book Timed Entry Purchase a Zoo Membership

Closures/Suspensions

The following activities are currently not available.

The zoo's Miniature Train
Birds of Prey

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) confirmed the presence of a highly pathogenic strain of avian flu in Alberta. The health and well-being of our animals are our top priority. We made the difficult but necessary decision to move all of our birds off exhibit until further notice. The Urban Farm is open with non-avian animals.

Admission Rates

(Effective January 2 - May 5, 2023)

Category	Cost
Child (Ages 2-12)	$7.75
Youth (Ages 13-17)	$9.95
Adult (Ages 18-64)	$10.95
Senior (Age 65+)	$9.95
Tot (0-23 months)	Free
Member	Free

GST included.

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Hours

The last admission window is an hour prior to closing time. The zoo will be cleared at the closing time listed.

Hours are effective March 25 - May 5.

Please reserve your spot before your visit!

Monday	10am-4pm
Tuesday	10am-4pm
Wednesday	10am-4pm
Thursday	10am-4pm
Friday	10am-4pm
Saturday	10am-4pm
Sunday	10am-4pm

Holiday hours: Open stat holidays

Annual Memberships

Edmonton Valley Zoo Annual Members receive unlimited admission during regular public hours for a year from the date of purchase.

At this time, memberships cannot be purchased for other individuals as a gift online. Gift cards can be purchased in person at the Zoo, anytime during operating hours. The gift card recipient must redeem their gift card in person to purchase a membership.

Membership Rates

Category	Regular Membership	Membership Plus	Conservation Membership
Child (Ages 2-12)	$29	-	$48.25
Youth (Ages 13-17)	$30	-	$50
Adult (Ages 18-64)	$46	-	$64.40
Senior (Ages 65+)	$30	-	$50
Household	$129	$179	$215

A Household membership applies to all members of the same household related by birth, legal status or marriage up to a maximum of 7 people.

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Wild Edmonton Membership

Do you love both the Edmonton Valley Zoo and the John Janzen Nature Centre? The Wild Edmonton family membership is valid for unlimited visits to both the zoo and nature centre.

Simply, buy online and then register your family members at Guest Services the next time you visit the Edmonton Valley Zoo or John Janzen Nature Centre.

Wild Edmonton Family Annual Membership Benefits:

Valid for up to 7 people in the same household related by birth, legal status or marriage
- Please bring a list of family members, birthdates and proof of address for adults
Access to a year of unlimited visits to both facilities during regular public hours
Active Wild Edmonton family members receive a 15% discount on an annual Muttart Conservatory family membership!

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Membership Benefits

Regular Memberships

Benefits include:

A 10% discount in the Zootique gift shop. The Zootique is run by the Valley Zoo Development Society, a registered charity mandated to raise funds and awareness for the Edmonton Valley Zoo. All purchases at the Zootique support building our zoo! Discount does not apply to online orders or original artwork.
Invitation to Members Only events
Free or discounted admission at participating zoos across Canada and the US (Please call the zoo or aquarium prior to your visit to confirm their continued participation):
- BC Wildlife Park, Kamloops, BC
- Forestry Farm Park & Zoo, Saskatoon, SK
- Greater Vancouver Zoo, Vancouver, BC

Membership Plus (Household Only)

Interested in sharing your household membership with your extended family and friends? Receive all the benefits of the Annual Household membership, plus get two extra guest admissions per household member to share with anyone you choose!

Benefits include:

All the benefits of the Regular Membership, plus:
- Each member with a Household Plus Membership will receive 2 guest passes to bring 2 non-members to the Zoo for free, provided the membership holder is present when guest passes are claimed. (For example: If there are 4 members in your household, your account would receive 8 non-member guest passes)

Conservation Membership

Be part of the solution - become a Conservation Member! Receive all the benefits of the Annual Membership Plus, contribute to conservation programs at the zoo, and get some extra conservation perks along the way.

Benefits include:

All the benefits of the Household Plus Membership, plus:
- Connect Care Conservation pin or vinyl decal to identify you as a Conservation Member on site at the Zoo
- Monthly newsletter/communication from Valley Zoo Development Society
- 40% of the cost of this membership goes towards conservation efforts
- Tax receipt through the Valley Zoo Development Society. For more information on the tax receipt contact donate@buildingourzoo.com
- Invitation to Conservation Members Only events

Location

13315 Buena Vista Road, Edmonton, Alberta

Parking

Free parking is available in a large parking lot immediately outside of the zoo entranceway.

Exhibit Map: One-Way Route

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Guest Services

We are delighted to welcome you to the zoo!

For the safety of all our guests and animals, we do not allow the following at the zoo:

Pets (with the exception of Service Dogs)
- Service dogs must wear a vest and appropriate harness
- Guests will be asked to provide the dog's Government of Alberta issued ID or a card showing they have been trained by an accredited school (such as Dogs with Wings and Assistance Dogs International)
- Emotional Support Animals do not fit these requirements and are not permitted at the Edmonton Valley Zoo
Balloons
Bubbles
Balls and frisbees
Bikes, scooters, skateboards, and roller blades

Respect for People and Property

We value the safety and security of visitors and staff.
Please respect people and property at City-operated facilities, and report any contraventions or suspicious activity.

Accessibility

Learn about accessible features at the zoo.

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Edmonton Valley Zoo

13315 Buena Vista Road (87th Avenue)
PO Box 2359
Edmonton, Alberta T5J 2R7

Telephone

In Edmonton: 311

Outside of Edmonton: 780-442-5311

Email	attractions@edmonton.ca
Facebook	https://www.facebook.com/edmontonvalleyzoo/
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Edmonton Valley Zoo

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Visit 2 Premier City Attractions for the Price of 1!

I want to

Buy Tickets

Buy Tickets / Book Timed Entry Purchase a Zoo Membership

Closures/Suspensions

Admission Rates

Buy Tickets

Hours

Annual Memberships

Membership Rates

Buy Membership

Wild Edmonton Membership

Wild Edmonton Family Annual Membership Benefits:

Membership Benefits

Regular Memberships

Membership Plus (Household Only)

Conservation Membership

Location

Parking

Exhibit Map: One-Way Route

Guest Services

Feedback

For More Information