FRI – SUN: DEC  1 – 17  + MON – SUN: DEC  18 – JAN  3

EXPERIENCE THE MAGIC 4:30 – 9:00 PM!

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ZOOMINESCENCE

2023

 

Edmonton, the most northern city in North America with a population of over one million, is a world-renowned winter metropolis with the proud title of Festival City. Zoominescence, Edmonton’s Favourite Winter Festival, celebrates light, artistry, imagination, and the strong spirit of our community in the winter.

Join us again this winter as we transform the Zoo into a magical wonderland during Zoominescence 2023, hosted by the Edmonton Valley Zoo and the Valley Zoo Development Society. Starting December 1st and ending January 3rd, 2024, the festival runs every weekend and two full weeks around Christmas for everyone to enjoy.

Wander through our spectacular exhibition of artistic light installations within the unique setting of the Edmonton Valley Zoo, sip hot chocolate, interact with performers, take in an animal talk, and enjoy winter life in the North.

While walk-ups are always welcome, we strongly encourage advanced online booking for this popular event.

THANK YOU TO OUR TITLE SPONSOR:

LOCATION

Edmonton Valley Zoo
13315 Buena Vista Road Edmonton, AB
T5J 2R7

DATES + TIMES

FRI – SUN: DEC 1 – 17
MON – SUN: DEC 18 – JAN 3
4:30 – 9:00 PM

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INSTALLATIONS

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SCHEDULE

Our event schedule is evolving weather-dependent; we make every effort to keep this schedule updated daily throughout the event so you know exactly what to expect and where to find the entertainment on the Zoo grounds.

In addition to the Animal Talks and Character Performers listed below, you’ll find hot chocolate, ice skating, light-up merchandise, and warming stations.

Whether you are looking to learn about the animals that call the EVZ home, meet a Superhero, get some exercise, or simply take it the wonder of the season…Zoominescense is guaranteed to bring joy this holiday season.

ANIMAL TALKS

OTTER ROOM OTTERS

Come visit the Otters in the otter room and the EVZ Zookeepers will tell you all about  these fun loving, super cute aquatic mammals.

NOV. 24 TIME: 5-5:30 PM
DEC. 8 TIME: 6-6:30 PM
LOCATION: Otter Room

LYNX TALK

Did you know the Canadian Lynx has natural snowshoes for feet? Or that they’re nocturnal? Come learn all about these beautiful cats at a Lynx Talk!

NOV. 24 TIME: 6:30 PM
DEC. 8 TIME: 5:30 PM
LOCATION: Lynx Enclosure

OTTER FEEDING

Come watch the EVZ Zookeepers feed the Otters and learn all about how these amazing mammals survive in the cold Arctic waters.

NOV. 24 TIME: 7:30 PM
DEC. 8 TIME: 6:30 PM
LOCATION: Arctic Shores

REINDEER TALK

Come learn about Santa’s favourite furry helpers – Reindeer! How do they survive in cold climates? What do they eat? Come find out at a Reindeer Talk!

NOV. 24 TIME: 8:30 PM
DEC. 8 TIME: 7:30 PM
LOCATION: Reindeer Enclosure

CHARACTER PERFORMERS

FAIRYTALE FRIDAY'S

ANNA & BELLE

DATES: December 1, 8 & 15
TIMES:
Anna | 5-7 PM
Belle | 6-8 PM
LOCATION: Saito Center

SUPERHERO SATURDAY'S

SPIDERMAN & WONDERWOMAN

DATES: December 2, 9 & 16
TIMES:
Spiderman | 5-7 PM
Wonder Woman | 6-8 PM
LOCATION: Saito Center

HOLIDAY WEEK

ELSA & THE GRINCH

DATES: December 18 – 23
TIMES:
Elsa | 5-7 PM @ The Saito Centre
The Grinch | 6-8 PM @ The Entry Plaza

2023 ART INSTALLATIONS

THANK YOU TO OUR

2023 SPONSORS

 

We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to the amazing sponsors who have made our 2023 event possible. Your support is essential to our success, and we’re grateful for your commitment to our mission of conservation and community. Thanks to your support, we’re able to host events like this to help raise funds for the Edmonton Valley Zoo and promote awareness about conservation throughout our community. Once again, thank you for being a part of Zoominescence and for your continued support. We can’t wait to see you at the event!

BECOME A 2023 SPONSOR!

We invite local businesses and community members to participate in the festival by becoming event sponsors. With dozens of sponsorship opportunities available— Title Sponsorship ($20,000), Art Installation Sponsorship ($3,500), Selfie Sign Sponsorship ($1,000), and so many more!—there’s an opportunity that fits every business and budget.

In addition to supporting a beloved local festival and vital community charity, sponsorship provides your business with exposure to our 25,000+ event attendees. All sponsors receive on-site signage, website, social media, and donor block recognition throughout the event. Each package comes with its own additional perks, such as on-site engagement, illuminated or light-up logo recognition, and complimentary tickets you can gift to employees, clients, or use for company giveaways!