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Come and be a part of all the exciting activities taking place throughout the year at the Edmonton Valley Zoo. Learn about the animals in their habitats while you play and have fun!
Join us the first Thursday of every month for conservation talks:
Dive into the fascinating world of endangered Northern Leopard Frogs with zookeepers Makayla and Renee! Discover the incredible efforts behind the Edmonton Valley Zoo's breeding program, from daily care to releasing tadpoles back into the wild. Plus, get an exclusive tour of the breeding facility for an up-close look at these amazing amphibians. Learn how you can make a difference!
Date: Thursday July 3, 2025
Time: Talk starts at 5:30pm, Doors open at 5pm
Northern Leopard Frog Breeding Center visit: 6 pm (optional)
Event ends at 7pm
Cost: Free!
Hosted in the Wild Neighbors Cafe in the Zoo’s public plaza, admission to the zoo is not required for this event and Bird Friendly Coffee based beverages will be available for purchase. A portion of drink and snack proceeds go to supporting the Edmonton Valley Zoo’s wildlife education and conservation initiatives.
Seating is limited in the cafe, but we will work to reserve a chair for you if you RSVP for the event.
We look forward to seeing you there.
Time: 9am-5pm
Do you care about caribou? Then you otter come to the Edmonton Valley zoo this Canada Day! We'll be celebrating all our animals that call Canada their home with activity tables, talks and roving entertainment.
Buy Tickets / Book Timed Entry
General admission applies to all events. Tickets can be reserved in advance. Memberships are valid to be used for this event. All activities are free with general admission.
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!
Daily
Schedule effective May 10 – September 1, 2025
| Time | Animal Talk | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 10:30am | Red Panda Talk | Red Panda Enclosure |
| 11am | Northern Leopard Frog Talk | Northern Leopard Frog Enclosure |
| 11:30am | Seal Talk | Polar Extremes |
| 12:30pm (Sat, Sun) | Creature Feature | Saito Centre |
| 1pm | Arctic Wolf Talk | R. Mollot Arctic Wolf Habitat |
| 1:30pm | River Otter Talk | North American River Otter Enclosure |
| 2pm | Sloth Talk | Saito Centre, Sloth Habitat |
| 2:30pm | Birds of Prey Talk | Birds of Prey Enclosure or Saito Centre |
Please note: all activities are subject to change.
General admission applies to all events. All activities are free with general admission. Annual Zoo Membership Passes and Leisure Access Passes can be used for events that occur during regular operating hours.
The Valley Zoo Development Society, our non-profit society, also runs evening fundraising events at Edmonton Valley Zoo. These events, such as ZooFest, the Zoolander Fashion Show, Zoo Brew and Zoominescence, are coordinated through the Valley Zoo Development Society. More information on these events can be found at www.buildingourzoo.com/events.
(Effective May 10 - September 1, 2025)
| Category | Cost |
|---|---|
| Child (ages 2-12) | $9.95 |
| Youth (ages 13-17) | $12.95 |
| Adult (ages 18-64) | $15.95 |
| Senior (age 65+) | $12.95 |
| Tot (0-23 months) | Free |
| Member | Free |
GST included.
We will be offering complimentary admission to all self-declared First Peoples, Métis, and Inuit individuals on two important dates:
Our goal is to make these spaces more welcoming and accessible to the Indigenous community, fostering a greater understanding and appreciation of their rich heritage. We believe that these shared experiences will strengthen our community as a whole.
Please note, this complimentary admission does not include ticketed events that may fall on those dates.
Hours are effective May 10 - September 1, 2025.
Please reserve your spot before your visit!
| Monday | 9am-5pm |
| Tuesday | 9am-5pm |
| Wednesday | 9am-5pm |
| Thursday | 9am-5pm |
| Friday | 9am-5pm |
| Saturday | 9am-5pm |
| Sunday | 9am-5pm |
Holidays: 9am-5pm
The last admission window is an hour prior to closing time. The zoo will be cleared at the closing time listed.
13315 Buena Vista Road (87 Avenue)
PO Box 2359
Edmonton, Alberta T5J 2R7
Outside of Edmonton: 780-442-5311
| attractions@edmonton.ca | |
| Phone | 311 |
