The Calgary Zoo, located in Calgary, Alberta, is a wedding venue designed to create remarkable experiences and memories. Combining elegance with fun, this venue ensures an unforgettable experience for you and your guests. Enjoy unique settings and delicious locally sourced cuisine as you celebrate your special day.

As your guests explore St. George's Island, they'll encounter nearly 900 animals across 130 species. Rain or shine, couples can capture stunning photos in the lush Dorothy Harvie Gardens. Moreover, your celebration will contribute to a greater cause, with proceeds supporting the zoo's global conservation efforts.

Facilities and Capacity

The Calgary Zoo offers four unique event spaces among its facilities. For a blend of indoor and outdoor settings, consider the ENMAX Conservatory, which hosts up to 150 attendees and includes a spacious pre-function area for your cocktail hour.

The Asia Lawn & Tent provides an outdoor tented space perfect for an al fresco reception, accommodating up to 180 guests amidst breathtaking views.

The Safari Lodge offers a thrilling ambiance with its veranda overlooking giraffes, zebras, and ostriches. This largest venue on the property can host up to 280 guests, seamlessly transitioning from reception dinner to after-dinner entertainment with its built-in dancefloor.

For a more intimate affair, Grazers Restaurant & Patio is ideal, offering a flexible capacity for private receptions and an outdoor patio. You can also choose Grazers for your rehearsal dinner before celebrating your big day in one of the larger event spaces.

Services Offered

The Calgary Zoo provides a variety of services to ensure your special day is perfect. Enjoy in-house catering from a talented culinary team that will collaborate with you to create a custom menu. Additionally, the zoo offers audio equipment, as well as chairs and tables, to accommodate your needs.

Cuisine

Partnering with Calgary's top chefs, the Calgary Zoo offers cuisine made from sustainable, always-fresh ingredients. The dishes feature vegetables and herbs grown right in the zoo's Garden of Eatin'. Special menus can also be designed for guests with allergies.