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12/26/2025

Zoominescence, presented by The King's University, is still in full swing! Make the zoo your post-holiday celebration location and join us for lights, art, sparkle, and - of course - animals!

The entire schedule of activities is available online at https://www.buildingourzoo.com/events/zoominescence/
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12/25/2025

Merry Christmas from all of us at the Edmonton Valley Zoo! 🎄

May your day be filled with warmth, wonder, and the joyous company of your favorite two-legged and four-legged friends. Wishing you a season full of magic and good cheer!

If you're looking for a winter adventure, don't forget to visit your zoo family soon! ❄️

12/24/2025

It’s the most magical night of the year! ✨ We hope Santa's sleigh, led by some very important, high-flying reindeer, makes a stop at your house tonight! 🦌🎅

Though our reindeer pals are busy, you can still visit their animal friends at the Edmonton Valley Zoo this holiday season! Wishing you all a very merry and bright Christmas Eve!

12/21/2025

Attention parents: looking for an activity for your kids over the winter break? Join our Winter Animal Adventures Day Camp at the ! Campers ages 6-9 can sign up for a sample of our most popular camp activities between Dec. 29-31. Help zookeepers create enrichment surprises for winter-loving animals, travel to meet animals large and small, and explore their fascinating lives. Work together on animal-themed challenges and scavenger hunts for exciting new adventures.
Early drop-off is available from 8 a.m.-9 a.m. and late pickup is available from 4 p.m-5 p.m. for all camps. Register at https://movelearnplay.edmonton.ca/COE/public/category/browse/PROGEVZCAMPX902

12/20/2025

We are excited to share an opportunity for you to support a cause close to our heart: Polar Bears International, a Canadian nonprofit dedicated to protecting polar bears and their Arctic home. 🐻‍❄️ As an Arctic Ambassador Centre, the helps amplify their work, inspiring visitors to care about the Arctic, understand the threats it faces, and recognize its connection to our global climate.

If you’d like to support this work, donations to PBI are being matched through Dec. 31. You can double your impact by donating through this special Edmonton Valley Zoo link: https://pbears.org/evz
Every dollar you give strengthens the research, coexistence programs, education, and policy solutions that polar bears depend on. 🐻‍❄️

📸: Polar Bears International

12/18/2025

Have you ever wondered what it's like to be a zookeeper during the chilliest season? Sign up for our Junior Zookeeper Winter Camp from Dec 29-31! Kids ages 8-10 will experience different zookeeper activities, like crafting special treats and delightful surprises for our animals! You'll brr-ave the cold to go behind the scenes to places where only zookeepers get to go. Learn more about the animals you love and discover what it takes to work at the zoo!
Early drop-off is available from 8 a.m.-9 a.m. and late pickup is available from 4 p.m-5 p.m. for all camps. Register at https://movelearnplay.edmonton.ca/COE/public/category/browse/PROGEVZCAMPX902

12/17/2025

🎉🦥 Slow clap, everyone… it’s BB Cop’s birthday! 🦥🎉

Our sloth is officially turning 11 today and he’s celebrating the only way he knows how: hanging out, snacking at his own pace, and being effortlessly adorable.
BB Cop has been stealing hearts for over a decade with his chill vibes, impressive hanging skills, and reminder to us all that life is better when you slow down. 💚

Help us wish this birthday boy a very happy 11th by dropping some love (and maybe a virtual leaf or two) in the comments! 🌿

12/16/2025

🎁Bid, win, and make a difference! The Zoominescence Virtual Silent Auction is your chance to find unique gifts, local treasures, and exclusive experiences while supporting a great cause.

Every winning bid helps the Valley Zoo Development Society and the Edmonton Valley Zoo continue revitalization efforts, including building beautiful new homes for our snow leopard and Canada lynx.

Start bidding, spread the word, and help us build Edmonton an even better zoo! Visit https://can.givergy.com/zoom2025/?controller=home

12/15/2025

The is now open daily* for Zoominescence, presented by The King’s University!Until January 4, 2026, Zoominescence will be open from 4:30-10 p.m., with admissions accepted until 9 p.m. Tickets are available online at https://movelearnplay.edmonton.ca/
*Please note we are closed on Dec. 24 & 25!

12/05/2025

Tonight the comes alive! Our opening night of is the perfect way to kick off the season and make memories with your loved ones under twinkling lights. Take a stroll, enjoy the atmosphere, and soak in the start of a new winter tradition.

Share your memories and tag us on Facebook and Instagram! 📸

12/04/2025

Explore the future of the Edmonton Valley Zoo! Our Master Plan features distinct zones, each designed to enhance the visitor experience and support conservation. Today, learn more about Nature Learn and Play!

This is where we’ll be engaging the next generation of conservationists!

Discover a brand-new zone at the Edmonton Valley Zoo designed just for our youngest adventurers! See prairie dogs, porcupines, burrowing owls, and badgers in action, just steps away!

You’ll be able to splash, play, and learn in our outdoor wetlands, and visit the Conservation Education Centre to see how we're protecting amazing animals through our breeding and conservation programs.

Learn more about the Nature Learn and Play zone in this video and visit our website at edmonton.ca/zooplan to see the vision come to life!

Address

13315 Buena Vista Road
Edmonton, AB
T5J2R7

Opening Hours

Friday	4:30pm - 10pm
Saturday	4:30pm - 10pm
Sunday	4:30pm - 10pm

Telephone

+17804425311

Website

http://valleyzoo.ca/

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