This indoor play space re-creates a local wildlife habitat in a way that allows children to learn about nature through play.

indoor play area

Climb a birch tree and hang out underground in a squirrel's midden. Get busy as a bee with our live bee hive and build your own flower to pollinate. These are just some of the things you can do in the Tegler Discovery Zone.

 Facility Closure

January 2026 - The John Janzen Nature Centre remains closed due to a significant flood in April 2025 that was caused by a burst pipe. The basement of the nature centre was fully submerged. The building’s electrical and HVAC systems were completely destroyed, as were much of the contents in the basement. Repair work is scheduled to begin soon and the Nature Centre is expected to reopen in summer 2026.

Summer day camps and other nature centre programs have been relocated to other City of Edmonton facilities where space and staffing allow.

Hours and Admission

Drop in anytime during nature centre hours. Regular admission applies. 

Hours of Operation

DaysTime
Monday-Sunday9am-4pm
Statutory Holidays11am-4pm

Daily Admission

AgeCost
Tot (0-23 Months)$3
Child (2-10 Years)$8

Each tot and child admission includes 1 free adult to actively supervise the tot/child.

Discovery Zone Guidelines

Socks are Required

Socks must be worn in the Tegler Discovery Zone. Bare feet and shoes/sandals are not permitted.

If you arrive at the nature centre without socks, you may purchase them here.

  • Tot and children's socks: $2
  • Adult socks: $2.50
  • Crawling and climbing structures are designed for children up to age 10 (all ages are welcome to explore the rest of the Tegler Discovery Zone).
  • The Tegler Discovery Zone is not staffed. Adults are required to stay in the play area with their child/children.
  • Food and beverages are not permitted in the play space.
  • Please be aware that there are multiple ages in the play space.
  • Based on attendance, staff may limit access to the play space.
  • In case of an emergency, please contact the front desk for assistance.
  • No strollers in the Tegler Discovery Zone, please. Ask the front desk staff where you can park your stroller.

Photo Gallery

  • Tegler entrance
    • Tegler entrance
  • Children at play
    • Children at play
  • Birch trees
    • Birch trees
  • Toadstool
    • Toadstool
  • Beaver dam
    • Beaver dam
  • Play slide
    • Play slide
  • Hang out spot
    • Hang out spot
  • Honeycomb - bee hive
    • Honeycomb - bee hive

What Else Can I Do?

Interested in exploring the other areas of our facility?

Discover John Janzen Nature Centre

Interested in Drop-in Programs?

Feel free to chat with our drop-in interpreter to learn about the day's plans, self-guided activities or to share your suggestions and requests.

Contact Us

John Janzen Nature Centre

7000-143 Street
Whitemud Drive and Fox Drive
Shared parking lot with Fort Edmonton Park

Email  artsattractionsbookings@edmonton.ca

Phone  311 | Outside Edmonton: 780-442-5311