Assiniboine Park Zoo to close for a week for repairs

WINNIPEG -- Assiniboine Park Zoo is scheduled to close for a week in January for cleaning and repairs.

According to a news release from the Assiniboine Park Conservancy, the zoo will shut down from Jan. 6 to Jan. 12 for minor repairs, painting and a deep cleaning. Visitor services, retail and food and beverage vendors will also be closed.

Up until Jan. 5, the zoo will open daily from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. and will also open in the evenings for the Zoo Lights Festival.

Assiniboine Park Zoo will reopen on Jan. 13 at 9 a.m. More information can be found online.