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!
Come explore the new Mission Safari, a multi-layered adventure maze!
The journey starts with question-and-answer challenges that set each adventurer on their own path through the maze. Along the way, explorers will learn about life on the wild side through different fun physical challenges.
Don't miss this pop-up experience! Featured at Edmonton Valley Zoo until September 13, 2026.
Join us for an evening with Jennifer Snell Rullman from the Snow Leopard Trust. We will explore the mysterious world of the endangered snow leopard.
Date: Thursday July 2, 2026
Time: Doors open: 5pm; Talk starts: 5:30pm; Event ends: 7pm
Cost: Free
Known as the "ghost of the mountains," these elusive big cats navigate some of the harshest, highest terrains on Earth - but they don't do it alone. In this presentation, Jennifer will share insights into snow leopard ecology, the unique challenges these carnivores face and stories from her 20+ years of working in Central Asia.
Discover how saving this species relies on the power of communities and learn how global partnerships, including the zoo community, are ensuring that humans and wild carnivores can successfully coexist.
Hosted in the Wild Neighbors Café in the Zoo’s public plaza, admission to the zoo is not required for this event. Seating is limited in the café, but we will work to reserve a chair for you.
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Special Bonus: You will also learn more about the habitat updates the Zoo is doing for our beloved Snow Leopard ambassador - Indira
We look forward to seeing you there!
2026 Conservation Talks Schedule
Join us on the first Thursday of every month for conservation talks.
- August 6 - Spilling the Beans on Research at the Zoo
- September 3 - Spilling the Beans on Canadian Lynx
- October 1 - Spilling the Beans on Edmonton’s Urban Birds
- November 5 - Spilling the Beans on the Arctic
- December - No talk this month, but see you at Zoominescence
Daily Animal Talks
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!
Animal Talk Daily Schedule
| Time | Animal Talk | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 9:30am | Lynx Talk | Lynx Habitat |
| 10am | Red Panda Talk | Red Panda Habitat |
| 10:30am | Lemur Talk | Makira Outpost |
| 11am | Birds of Prey Talk | Various Bird of Prey Habitats |
| 11:30am | Takin Talk | Takin Habitat |
| 1:30pm | Camel Talk | Camel Habitat |
| 2:30pm | Seal Talk | Polar Extremes |
| 3:30pm | Otter Talk | Otter Habitat |
Please note: all activities are subject to change.
Wildlife Amphitheatre Schedule
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 9:30am | Book Reading |
| 10:30am | Prize Games |
| Noon-2pm | Nature Play |
| 3pm | Fascination Station |
Please note: all activities are subject to change.
Events Admission
General admission applies to all events unless otherwise indicated. 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.
Hours
Hours are effective May 9 - September 7, 2026.
| 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.
Valley Zoo Development Society Events
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.
Contact Us
Edmonton Valley Zoo
Email attractions@edmonton.ca
Phone 311 | Outside of Edmonton: 780-442-5311
Address 13315 Buena Vista Road NW, Edmonton, Alberta T5J 2R7