Hop into Spring with Easter Eggcitment at the BC Wildlife Park!
Celebrate the season with one of Kamloops’ favourite family friendly events, Easter Eggcitment presented by Cascades & Chances Casinos Kamloops, at the BC Wildlife Park! From April 18–21, 2025, enjoy four days of Easter egg hunts, animal encounters, face painting, and train rides. With engaging activities for kids of all ages and a special Sensory Friendly experience on April 21, this springtime tradition is the perfect way to make lasting memories. Plan your visit today and experience the magic of Easter at the BC Wildlife Park!
Purchase Tickets
To help expedite the check-in process, we recommend purchasing your tickets online ahead of time — though tickets will also be available at the door. All guests, including annual passholders, must have a valid ticket for entry.
Ticket Pricing:
$20.00 per adult
$18.00 for seniors (65+)
$16.00 for children ages 3–17
Children under 3 are free.
Prices do not include GST.
Admission is FREE with an annual pass.
Reserve Annual Passholder Tickets Now!
Purchase General Admission Tickets Now!
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Things to Know Before You Hop In
Easter Egg Hunts
Children up to age 12 can enjoy Easter egg hunts on the Great Lawn with Uncle Chris the Clown, happening all day long!
Face Painting
Kamloops Art Party will be on the patio each day offering face painting by donation. Donations range from $5–$20 (cash only).
Train Rides
The Wildlife Express Miniature Train will be running daily from 10:00am–3:30pm. Tickets are just $1.00 each (cash only).
Baskets and Bunny Ears
Easter baskets and bunny ears will be available for purchase at Guest Services, or you’re welcome to bring your own bag or basket from home!
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Daily Schedule
April 18 - 20
| Wildlife Express Miniature Train |
10:00am-3:30pm |
Easter Egg Hunt (all ages up to 12) |
10:00am |
| Family Farm |
10:30am-12:00pm |
Easter Egg Hunt (ages 5 & under) |
10:30am |
| Face Painting |
11:00am-4:00pm |
Easter Egg Hunt (ages 6-12) |
11:00am |
| Feed Talk |
11:00am |
Easter Egg Hunt (ages 5 & under) |
11:30am |
| Raptor Encounter |
11:30am |
Uncle Chris the Clown Performance |
12:00pm |
| Family Farm |
1:00-3:00pm |
Easter Egg Hunt (ages 6-12) |
1:00pm |
| Feed Talk |
1:00pm |
Easter Egg Hunt (ages 5 & under) |
1:30pm |
| Reptile Encounter |
1:30pm |
Uncle Chris the Clown Performance |
2:00pm |
| Easter Egg Hunt (ages 6-12) |
2:30pm |
Reptile Encounter |
3:00pm |
| Easter Egg Hunt (ages 5 & under) |
3:00pm |
Easter Egg Hunt (all ages up to 12) |
3:30pm |
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*Schedule subject to change.
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Sensory Friendly Experience
April 21, 2025
We're proud to once again offer our Sensory Friendly Easter Eggcitment experience at the BC Wildlife Park, in partnership with the Canucks Autism Network. Join us on Monday, April 21 from 9:00am to 12:00pm for a quieter, more inclusive celebration designed for guests who may benefit from a sensory-sensitive environment.
During this time, no music will be played, Uncle Chris the Clown will remain stationary on the Great Lawn, and a designated quiet space will be available for anyone needing a break from the excitement.
Trained staff from the Canucks Autism Network will be on-site to provide support, and sensory kits will be available to borrow from Guest Services.
Want to learn more about how the BC Wildlife Park supports accessibility for all guests?
Visit our Accessibility page.
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Daily Schedule
April 21, 2025
| Crafts & Activities |
9-12pm |
Uncle Chris the Clown Performance |
10-12pm |
| Wildlife Express |
10:00-3:30pm |
Face Painting |
9am-12pm |
| Easter Egg Hunt (all ages up to 12) |
9:30am |
Easter Egg Hunt (0-6 years) |
10:00am |
| Family Farm |
10:30-12:00pm |
Easter Egg Hunt (all ages, up to 12) |
10:30am |
| Easter Egg Hunt (ages 6-12) |
11:00am |
Easter Egg Hunt (all ages, up to age 12) |
11:30am |
| Animal Encounter |
11:30am |
Uncle Chris the Clown Performance |
12:00pm |
| Family Farm |
1:00-3:00pm |
Easter Egg Hunt (ages 6-12) |
1:00pm |
| Feed Talk |
1:00pm |
Easter Egg Hunt (ages 5 & under) |
1:30pm |
| Animal Encounter |
1:30pm |
Uncle Chris the Clown Performance |
2:00pm |
| Easter Egg Hunt (ages 6-12) |
2:30pm |
Easter Egg Hunt (ages 5 & under) |
3:00pm |
| Animal Encounter |
3:00pm |
Easter Egg Hunt (all ages up to 12) |
3:30pm |
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*schedule subject to change
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Find the Golden Egg!
Each day, one golden egg will be hidden somewhere in a public area of the Park. If you're the lucky one to find it, you’ll receive complimentary admission and a private animal encounter for 4 people!
To claim your prize, simply bring the egg to Guest Services and exchange it for a gift certificate.
Only one egg is hidden per day, and it will always be placed in areas open to the public—so no need to venture into restricted zones!
Happy hunting and good luck!
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Fundraiser for Zeppelin's Cataract Surgery
On Dec 14, an eagle was found on the roadside in Armstrong and rushed to the Fawcett Family Wildlife Health Center. Blood tests revealed severe lead poisoning, a condition often seen in raptors that feed on carcasses or gut piles left by hunters using lead ammunition, or from swallowing fishing tackle containing lead.
Treatment started Dec 15 with chelation therapy, which binds to lead in the bloodstream, helping the body remove it. The eagle went through three full rounds of treatment — five days on, three days off — and by Jan 10, bloodwork showed its lead levels had dropped to a subclinical (non-lethal) range. It is rare for eagles in our care to survive lead poisoning; however; the damage caused by the lead was irreversible. The eagle developed cataracts in both eyes, meaning it is no longer capable of surviving in the wild. Instead, it will remain in human care as an educational ambassador, helping to inform the public about the impact of lead exposure on wildlife.
Okanagan Animal Eye Care has generously offered to perform the double cataract surgery, but we urgently need to raise $3,500 to make this possible. Every donation counts, and we’re grateful for your support!
Donate Now
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