Is there a well-loved teddy bear in your household? Maybe it’s time for a check-up!
The Wilder Institute’s Calgary Zoo Teddy Bear Clinic is a charming way to learn about medical care (for people, animals, and our favourite stuffed bears!). Plus, you’ll support animal conservation and enjoy a wonderful family day out this fall. Watch your little one light up as you bring them and their favourite plushies to the zoo for a bear-y special checkup.
Teddy Bear Clinic
On September 27, 2026, head to the zoo for the sweetest morning of TLC, learning, and fun. For a $5 donation per toy, teddy bears will receive the full health care experience, from a dedicated intake and triage team to health checks, custom prescriptions, and more. There will even be stitching stations for the ‘patients’ who need a little extra love! And if you have a young veterinarian-to-be, they can explore the animal ambulance and chat with the zoo’s Animal Health experts to learn how they care for the animals.
The zoo’s dedicated animal health experts, educators, and volunteers will walk children through the importance of regular medical care for both animals and people (and teddy bears!), as they demystify a visit to the doctor’s office. It’s a relaxed, informative experience that supports a great cause.
More Details
The Teddy Bear Clinic will take place on the Asia Lawn and is open to zoo members only from 9 – 11 AM. General admission runs from 11 AM – 1 PM. A daily ticket is required for zoo entrance if you don’t have a zoo membership. Don’t forget to grab your zoo tickets in advance and save big on admission for this event. And dress for the weather, as animal care happens rain or shine!
The Wilder Institute’s Calgary Zoo Teddy Bear Clinic is not just a charming check-up for those beloved stuffed animals. It’s also a chance for your family to enjoy a fall day together, spark curiosity about health and welfare, and create lasting memories. Don’t miss this adorable event, filled with makeovers, photo opportunities, and a peek into the world of animal care!
The Wilder Institute’s Calgary Zoo is a family favourite for both tourists and locals. Spread over 125 acres, the zoo is a diverse and lovely place to visit all year round. Playgrounds, shops and concessions, gardens, and special events mean there’s always something to enjoy. The Wilder Institute’s Calgary Zoo is passionate about wildlife conservation and preserving wild places for generations to come. They are an internationally recognized leader in the science of saving endangered species. When you support the zoo, you become a partner in conservation.
Wilder Institute’s Calgary Zoo Teddy Bear Clinic:
Date: September 27, 2026
Time: Member-only access, 9 – 11 AM; General access, 11 AM – 1 PM
Venue: Wilder Institute’s Calgary Zoo
Address: 210 St. George’s Drive NE, Calgary, AB
Website: www.calgaryzoo.com/teddy-bear-clinic
