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Multiple Dates
Starts
Oct 13th, 2023 @ 1:00 PM MDTStarts
Friday Oct 13th, 2023 @ 1:00 PM MDTEnds
Oct 15th, 2023 @ 5:00 PM MDTEnds
Sunday Oct 15th, 2023 @ 5:00 PM MDTEdmonton Convention Centre
9797 Jasper Ave, Edmonton
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Description
Edmonton: Meet a Sloth! Pet a Porcupine! Wrangle a Wallaby! Cuddle a Constrictor!
The Wildlife Festival is coming to Edmonton, taking over the Edmonton Convention Centre October 13th – 15th!
Featuring three exhibits:
• Diversity of Living Things – Discover the similarities and differences of the different types of animals that call earth home.
• This is Africa – Learn about the planet’s 2nd largest continent.
• Journey to the Amazon – The worlds largest rainforest comes to life.
Two unique half-hour, hands-on educational programs:
• Cold Blooded Amazon – Learn about the creatures that call the Amazon home.
• Diversity of living things: Mammals – Learn about sloths, kangaroos, sugar gliders and much more.
ALSO FEATURING
ADULTS ONLY NIGHT (18+): Join us Friday October 13th from 7pm – 9pm for Adults Only Night. Featuring a special adult only show mixing education and stand up comedy, alcohol service, and special experiences. The ultimate date night or friends’ night out for the animal lover. Includes early admission for the general festival.
VIP EXPERIENCE: a small group guided experience with all of our animals. A $185 value! $150/person in advance, $175 onsite. Limited Tickets Available per day. Sessions at the beginning and end of each day.
Friday October 13th - 1:00 to 6:30pm (General Admission) 7:00pm – 9:00pm (Adults Only) Saturday October 14th - 11:00 to 6:00
Sunday October 15th - 10:00 to 5:00
WHERE: Edmonton Convention Centre - 9797 Jasper Ave, Edmonton, AB T5J 1N9
ADMISSION: Purchase tickets in advance online or at the door when you come!
Single Admission: $16+GST and fees in advance, $20 at the door. Kids 3 and under Free.
Adults Only Night: $25+GST and fees in advance. $30 at the door.
** SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES **
FINANCIAL: If you, or a nature lover you know, is unable to buy general admission tickets due to financial circumstances, please email us at yycnaturecentre@gmail.com to make special arrangements.
SENSITIVITY: If you have children who have difficulty with crowds or noise, they and their families are invited to a special quiet hour, free of charge, starting at 10am Saturday.
About The Wildlife Festival: The Wildlife Festival is a co-production of YYC Nature & Education Centre and the non-profit Cobb’s Exotic Animal Rescue. Based in Calgary, these organizations focus on educational messages of exotic pet ownership, conservation, and respect for wildlife.
WEBSITE: www.wildlifefestival.ca
Social Media:
IG: TheWildlifeFestival
Facebook: The Wildlife Festival
Edmonton Convention Centre - 9797 Jasper Ave, Edmonton, AB T5J 1N9
Contact Information
The Wildlife Festival is an annual interactive experience that highlights animals and their habitats. Our mission is to inspire and educate people of all ages by connecting with animals.
Refund Policy
No refunds.
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