You'll have a wild time at the zoo with our themed birthday parties! Meet some of our smaller zoo animals, tour the zoo, have outdoor adventures and create memories that will last a lifetime.

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Birthday Party Packages

Add-ons must be confirmed and paid for at the time the birthday party booking is made. No refunds or additions will be accepted once the booking has been placed.

Animal Architects Party (Ages 4-12)

Do you have what it takes to be the next Michelangelo? Let’s find out together as you and your guests let loose your inner sculptors and build your own zoo masterpiece out of LEGO® bricks! Tour part of the zoo and visit some of our inspiring residents big and small, and meet an animal up close in hopes of sparking your imaginations and finding your muse. Afterwards, you will all head back to the party room to challenge yourselves in creating the next LEGO® brick sensation! 

Please note: the LEGO® pieces used during the party will not be taken home by participants in an effort to be environmentally friendly. 

Program Length:

  • 2.5 hour party package (includes 1 hour room rental)
  • Maximum 25 participants per party (up to 20 children, 5 adults). Total number includes all children, parents, and siblings. At least two adults must stay with the children to assist with supervision for the entire program.

Birthday Party Information Package

*Add-ons must be confirmed and paid for at the time the birthday party booking is made. No refunds or additions will be accepted once the booking has been placed.

Extreme Animals Party (Ages 4-9)

Spend your birthday traveling around the world without ever leaving the zoo. Visit a number of our exciting animals and learn all about what makes them extreme! Maybe their habitat is sizzling hot or soaking wet, or they have an ability or adaptation that is out of this world. During the program, you’ll even have the chance to meet an animal up-close and learn about what makes it super cool. Get ready for an extremely fun time! 
 

Program Length:

  • 2.5 hour party package (includes 1 hour room rental)
  • Maximum 25 participants per party (up to 20 children, 5 adults). Total number includes all children, parents, and siblings. At least two adults must stay with the children to assist with supervision for the entire program.

Birthday Party Information Package

*Add-ons must be confirmed and paid for at the time the birthday party booking is made. No refunds or additions will be accepted once the booking has been placed.

Zoo Safari Party (Ages 4-12)

Put on your safari hat - we are heading out on a grand adventure! During this 'zoo-mazing' adventure you will get close to the animals of the zoo with a guided tour of parts of the facility as well as an up-close encounter. Learn some fun facts about the animals that call the zoo home and have a howlin' safari style birthday.
 

Program Length

  • 2.5 hour party package (includes 1 hour room rental)
  • Maximum 25 participants per party (up to 20 children, 5 adults). Total number includes all children, parents, and siblings. At least two adults must stay with the children during to assist with supervision for the entire program.

Birthday Party Information Package

*Add-ons must be confirmed and paid for at the time the birthday party booking is made. No refunds or additions will be accepted once the booking has been placed.

Package Fees

Program Type

Fee
2.5 hour party package (1.5 hour program + 1 hour room rental) $275

Birthday Parties are available year round, but space is limited. We recommend parties be booked at least 6 weeks in advance. Book early to avoid disappointment! Payment in full is required at the time of booking in order to reserve a spot.

Cancellation Policy

  • You are required to provide written notice of cancellation of the birthday party via email at artsattractionsbookings@edmonton.ca
  • Program cancellations with 8-30 days notice are subject to a fee of 50% of the program
  • Programs cancelled with less than 7 days notice will be charged the full program fee
  • Programs run rain or shine. In the event of poor weather, you must call 780-718-2695 or email artsattractionsbookings@edmonton.ca if you are not coming.

Gift Ideas

Are you looking for a one-of-a-kind birthday program or birthday gift opportunity for that special someone of any age?

Here are some neat ideas from the Valley Zoo Development Society for your next birthday!

  • Adopt an Animal
  • Purchase Animal Art through our Zoo store. Options include:
    • Paintings created by one of our Harbour Seals (please visit the Zoo store on-site, or contact the Valley Zoo Development Society by phone 780-496-6924) for more information
    • Animal Art (selection of originals, prints, and cards available)
  • Have an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the zoo with a zookeeper though the Zoo Builder program
  • Make a donation to the Zoo