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Yes - we are open tomorrow! 🎟Spend your long weekend with us at the Edmonton Valley Zoo! We will be open from 9 a.m. - 5...
09/06/2026

Yes - we are open tomorrow! 🎟
Spend your long weekend with us at the Edmonton Valley Zoo! We will be open from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

🐾🐸Happy National Wildlife Day! 🐯🐒Let’s celebrate the fascinating wildlife that shares our planet with… from the smallest...
09/04/2026

🐾🐸Happy National Wildlife Day! 🐯🐒
Let’s celebrate the fascinating wildlife that shares our planet with… from the smallest pollinators to the largest predators. Every species plays an important role in healthy ecosystems, and every one is worth protecting. 🌎

Here at the , we’re proud to care for species from around the world while working to protect wildlife and wild places for generations to come. Every visit you make helps support conservation, education, and the protection of animals at home and abroad. 🌿

Fun fact: Did you know that zoos and aquariums contribute more than $350 million each year to conservation programs around the globe? That means your support makes a world of difference!

Join us in celebrating the beauty and importance of wildlife today and every day!

Join us for "Spilling the Beans," an insider look into two major conservation initiatives:🐾 Project Carnivora: EVZ Opera...
09/01/2026

Join us for "Spilling the Beans," an insider look into two major conservation initiatives:

🐾 Project Carnivora: EVZ Operations Manager Laura Castor gives us a sneak peek at the new, naturalized habitat designs for our snow leopards, serval cats and Canada lynx duo, Artemis and Xena!

🌱 Aspen Parkland Restoration: Conservation Coordinator Catherine Shier shares findings from our local urban wildlife monitoring and reveals our massive new project re-naturalizing 9,000 m² of zoo grounds with native Alberta prairie and forest plants.

📍 Wild Neighbours Café, Edmonton Valley Zoo (No zoo admission required!)

📅 September 3 | Doors: 5:00 PM | Speaker Presentations: 5:30 PM

🎟️ Free to attend, but seating is limited!

🔗 RSVP: cafe.buildingourzoo.com/events/

To be smart, or to be very smart... that is the question! 🎭🐷Happy Birthday to Hamlet and Ophelia, the resident mastermin...
09/01/2026

To be smart, or to be very smart... that is the question! 🎭🐷

Happy Birthday to Hamlet and Ophelia, the resident masterminds at the Edmonton Valley Zoo! 🧠✨

Did you know that pigs are considered one of the most intelligent species in the world? In fact, they can learn tricks, solve puzzles and even outsmart dogs! Don't let Hamlet and Ophelia's afternoon nap schedule fool you; these two are sharp, curious and always keeping their keepers on their toes.

Visit Hamlet and Ophelia today to wish them the happiest of birthdays!
📍 Plan your next visit at edmonton.ca/zoo

We are excited to announce the arrival of Zuri, a 23-year-old male ring-tailed lemur! Zuri recently joined us from the G...
08/28/2026

We are excited to announce the arrival of Zuri, a 23-year-old male ring-tailed lemur! Zuri recently joined us from the Granby Zoo and has been introduced as a companion to our 16-year-ol female ring-tailed lemur, Juliet. Introductions have gone well and we look forward to seeing their relationship continue to develop!

Ring-tailed lemurs are endemic to Madagascar, meaning they are found in the wild nowhere else in the world. They are endangered due to habitat loss, poaching, and the pet trade.

Did you know? Each ring-tailed lemur has exactly 13 alternating black and white bands on its tail.

📸: Zookeeper Stephanie

Planning a visit to the Zoo soon? ☀️The fences are going up for our exciting Enclosure Renewal and Enhancement Project a...
08/25/2026

Planning a visit to the Zoo soon? ☀️

The fences are going up for our exciting Enclosure Renewal and Enhancement Project and here’s what you need to know to make sure your next visit is as smooth as possible:

🚧 Active Construction: You may see fenced-off zones and encounter localized noise or dust.

🚶‍♂️ Temporary Detours: Some pathways may be rerouted to keep everyone safe. Please follow all directional signage!

🐾 Animal Visibility: Some animals have been moved to allow for safe construction, and others may temporarily rest in behind-the-scenes habitats while work occurs nearby. Our animal care team is monitoring all animal residents closely.

Happy International Goat Day! 🐐Today we’re celebrating some of the smartest, most curious animals at the Edmonton Valley...
08/21/2026

Happy International Goat Day! 🐐

Today we’re celebrating some of the smartest, most curious animals at the Edmonton Valley Zoo.

Our herd of Toggenburgs (a Swiss breed known for milk production) loves to climb, explore, and keep a very close eye on snack time 🌿

If you’ve spent time around them, you might notice their herd hierarchy in action. They constantly negotiate who gets top spot for food, prime lounge spots, and attention from visitors. Right now, clever Merriweather is sitting right at the top of the ladder! 👑

Pro tip for your next visit: remember to look up! The goats have their own rooftop space at the Urban Farm, so you’ll often catch them roaming around high above the walkway.

Drop a 🐐 in the comments to send Merriweather and the herd some love today!

The Edmonton Valley Zoo is closing early today (Friday, August 21) for our Zoobrew event! 🍻🐾If you are planning to visit...
08/21/2026

The Edmonton Valley Zoo is closing early today (Friday, August 21) for our Zoobrew event! 🍻🐾

If you are planning to visit us today, please keep these adjusted hours in mind:

🎟️ Last Admission: 1:45 pm
🚪 Gates Close: 2:00 pm
🕒 Zoo Cleared: 3:00 pm

Normal hours will resume tomorrow. Thank you for your understanding, and we hope to see our Zoobrew guests later tonight!

Friendly reminder: The Edmonton Valley Zoo will be closing early tomorrow, August 21 to get ready for our Zoobrew event!...
08/20/2026

Friendly reminder: The Edmonton Valley Zoo will be closing early tomorrow, August 21 to get ready for our Zoobrew event! 🍻🐾

If you are planning a visit tomorrow, please note our adjusted hours:

🎟️ Last Admission: 1:45 pm
🚪 Gates Close: 2:00 pm
🕒 Zoo Cleared: 3:00 pm

We appreciate your understanding. Going to Zoobrew? We'll see you there!

Big things are happening at the Edmonton Valley Zoo! 🏗️We are embarking on the next phase of our Enclosure Renewal and E...
08/18/2026

Big things are happening at the Edmonton Valley Zoo! 🏗️

We are embarking on the next phase of our Enclosure Renewal and Enhancement Project. This project focuses on modernizing habitats to elevate animal welfare and prepare for our upcoming international accreditation applications.

Are we still open? Yes! 🐫

We remain open throughout construction and look forward to welcoming you. Phase Two construction is kicking off this summer and will run through 2028, focusing on elephant amenities, carnivore enclosures and an Arctic Shores shade structure.

Thank you for your patience and support as we build an even better zoo for our animals and our community.

Address

13315 Buena Vista Road
Edmonton, AB
T5J2R7

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+17804425311

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