Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2026 at a glance
November 7, 2026–February 28, 2027 · Patricia Harris Gallery, Level 4 · ROM · $9 exhibition surcharge; free for ROM members. Museum admission and ticket terms: check ROM.
- Exhibition dates: November 7, 2026–February 28, 2027
- Gallery: Patricia Harris Gallery, Level 4
- Photographs: 100 selected images
- Admission: $9 surcharge; free for ROM members
- Audience: Adults, families, kids and schools
- Getting there: 100 Queen's Park, near Museum Station
Wildlife Photographer of the Year returns to Toronto’s Royal Ontario Museum from November 7, 2026 to February 28, 2027. The ROM’s exhibition page lists 100 selected photographs from the annual competition, developed by the Natural History Museum in London.
The ROM describes Toronto as the first North American stop for this edition. The photographs bring close-up encounters, animal behaviour and environmental stories into the museum’s Patricia Harris Gallery on Level 4.
A year of wildlife photography
The Natural History Museum’s competition receives tens of thousands of submissions. The supplied exhibition announcement says the 2026 selection was made from 65,403 entries; the ROM confirms that 100 photographs are coming to Toronto.
The exhibition is designed around individual images and their stories, offering visitors a closer look at wildlife, habitats and the photographers’ encounters with the natural world.
Dates, gallery and tickets
The exhibition runs November 7, 2026 through February 28, 2027 in the Patricia Harris Gallery on Level 4 of the ROM, 100 Queen’s Park.
The ROM currently lists a $9 exhibition surcharge and says admission is free for members. The supplied announcement notes that museum admission applies. Check the ROM ticket page for the complete price, member terms and whether you need a separate exhibition ticket before visiting.
Plan your visit
The exhibition page recommends it for adults, families, kids and schools. The ROM’s general operating hours, accessibility information and photography policies can change or vary by visit; review the museum’s current visitor information before setting out.
Museum Station is nearby, and the ROM is accessible by TTC. Use the official museum page for tickets, directions and current visitor updates.
Frequently asked questions
When is Wildlife Photographer of the Year at the ROM?
The exhibition runs from November 7, 2026 through February 28, 2027.
Where is the exhibition?
In the Patricia Harris Gallery on Level 4 at the Royal Ontario Museum, 100 Queen's Park, Toronto.
How much does it cost?
The ROM lists a $9 exhibition surcharge and free admission for members. Check the official ticket page for total admission and current terms.
How many photographs are included?
The ROM says 100 selected photographs will be shown.
Is this the exhibition’s North American premiere?
Yes. The ROM describes Toronto as the first North American stop for the 2026 exhibition.
Facts last verified 2026-10-12. Check the official details for Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2026.