Plan Your Visit to the Garden

Admission Prices 

Adult: $19.75

Senior (65+): $13.50

Youth (13-17): $10

Student (must show student ID): $10

Child (3-12): $5.25

Child (2 and under): FREE

Family (2 adults & accompanying children): $44.75

Dog $5

15% discount on admissions for:

• Members of the military
• First responders (paramedics, firefighters, police)
• U of A Alumni (with ALUMNIcard presented)

Last entry is one hour before the Garden closes.

Garden Memberships

Enjoy great savings and benefits, including free admission, along with year-long access to rejuvenation and relaxation with a Garden Membership.

Events and Programming

We have a great calendar of events and programs for the 2026 season. Check our What's On page frequently, or even better, subscribe to our newsletter to be among the first to get announcements!

Hours

Last entry is 1 hour before the Garden closes

MAY 8-31, 2026: Open Friday to Sunday (+ Victoria Day) 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

JUNE 1 to AUGUST 31, 2026: Open daily.
Sunday to Thursday 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

SEPTEMBER 1 to OCTOBER 11, 2026: 
Regular Hours: Open Friday to Sunday  | 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

SENIORS' DAY: From Sept. 4 until Oct. 9, Seniors' Day will be held on Fridays. Free coffee will be available for seniors (65+) at The Cafe and the Bee Line hop-on-hop-off tram service will be offered most Seniors' Days, typically running 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. 

Closures

Partial Closures: On occasion, parts of the Garden may be closed for private events or maintenance. Please check the website before you make your plans.

Water features in the Aga Khan Garden are currently closed for maintenance.

Cafe al Fresco

Cafe al Fresco, operated by the Party People Catering Co., is back for 2026, serving up a delectable assortment of fresh-made sandwiches, hot dogs, ice cream and baked goods, along with hot and cold beverages. Seniors (65+) receive a free coffee every Friday from Sept. 4-Oct. 9 as part of Seniors' Day.

Fall Hours:
10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Fri., Sat. and Sun.

Last call for orders is 15 minutes before closing time. 

Map of the Garden

Plan your route to make the most of your time at the Garden and ensure you don't miss any highlights!

Field Trips

Come join us for a unique day out in the Garden and add some new knowledge to your repertoire in the process. Whether you're a school group, planning a team-building day, celebrating a birthday, or organizing an outing for your community group, these hands-on programs spark curiosity and connection with nature, making them perfect for learners of all ages.

Learn More

Accessibility

Much of the Garden is accessible by wheelchair on hard-surface pathways. There are some areas, including natural areas where surfaces may be rough or uneven. A limited number of wheelchairs are available at the Welcome Center on a first-come, first-serve basis, however, we recommend that guests requiring mobility assistance come prepared with wheelchairs/walkers. 

Please note: there are no carting services available. 

Parking. There are handicap parking spots in Lots A, B and C. On busy days, guests may need to park in our overflow parking "Lot C" and walk back to the Welcome Centre. You are welcome to drop off elders or those with mobility challenges at the Welcome Centre first and then proceed to parking.