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Valley Zoo Development Society
The Valley Zoo Development Society (VZDS) is a registered charity and friend of the Edmonton Valley Zoo (EVZ). The VZDS is proud to take a lead role in the EVZ’s stunning transformation into a special place that inspires love and learning of the natural world.
Impact of Your Support
Children are fascinated by the natural world, especially by animals. By providing them with a fun setting where they can learn about animals & nature, we can create life-long ambassadors for the long-term health of our planet.
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Make an Impact That’s Truly Wild
Partner with the Valley Zoo Development Society (VZDS) and create memorable community experiences while directly supporting wildlife care, conservation, and the continued development of the Edmonton Valley Zoo.
Our beloved events offer meaningful opportunities to connect your brand with a passionate audience of families, educators, and conservation advocates. From ZooBrew, a celebration of local music and brews, to Zooominescence, Edmonton’s most beloved light festival, we bring Edmontonians together year-round to celebrate long summer nights and the magic of winter in our Northern city.
Your support helps fund ongoing development, enhanced animal habitats, enrichment programs, conservation initiatives, and educational experiences that spark curiosity and compassion for wildlife, today and for generations to come.
Explore our upcoming sponsorship opportunities below.
ZooBrew
JUNE 20, JULY 18, AUGUST 21, 2026
Zoobrew is a truly unique 18+ after-hours festival hosted at the Edmonton Valley Zoo. For three nights each summer, the Zoo transforms into the ultimate twilight experience, welcoming thousands of adult guests to enjoy local craft beer, wine, cider, and spirits in a setting unlike any other. Features 30+ vendors, 100+ beverages, and local musicians, Zoobrew attracts more than 5,400 attendees, making it one of Edmonton’s most popular and anticipated summer events.
As a Zoobrew sponsor, your organization gains high-impact exposure while supporting animal care, conservation, and education at the Edmonton Valley Zoo. Sponsorship opportunities offer brand recognition to a highly engaged adult audience, meaningful alignment with Edmonton and Alberta-owned businesses, and exclusive on-site promotional opportunities. Sponsorships are customizable at all levels in order to meet your company’s needs. Help us grow this beloved community event and demonstrate your commitment to Edmonton while helping ensure a vibrant future for wildlife and conservation.
Zoominescence
DECEMBER 4, 2026 – JANUARY 3, 2027
For 14 years, Zoominescence has provided thousands upon thousands of Edmontonians and winter travellers with the special opportunity to experience the zoo in a whole new light! The festival features the work of local artisans, showcasing 150+ unique light-based art installations that transform the Edmonton Valley Zoo into a glowing winter destination celebrating light, artistry, imagination, and the strong spirit of our community in the winter.
Sponsorship offers meaningful brand exposure within an immersive, family-friendly environment, while aligning your organization with creativity, community, and conservation. With the support of generous sponsors and donors, Zoominescence helps the Edmonton Valley Zoo operate as a year-round, all-season outdoor facility in the heart of the River Valley. Sponsorship opportunities are available at a range of levels and can be customized to meet your organization’s goals, whether you’re an individual, group, or company looking to make a lasting impact. Your support plays a vital role in the continued revitalization of the Zoo and the celebration of community during Edmonton’s holiday season.
Interested in Sponsoring an Event?
For more information or to discuss sponsorship opportunities, please contact:
Director of Sponsorship & Fund Development, Daryl Zelinski.
dzelinski@buildingourzoo.com
(+1) 587-988-6270