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The last Thursday of every month the zoo will open an hour early for Quiet Mornings. This is a great opportunity for guests with special needs and their families to enjoy a more relaxing visit to the zoo. Quiet Mornings offer a less-crowded setting before the zoo opens to the […]
Bring the kiddos to the Elmwood Park Zoo for a night of trick-or-treating fun! Adults and children are encouraged to dress up in their best costume. Guests can enjoy animal meet and greets included with their ticket. Don’t forget your trick-or-treat bag and secure your tickets here. Adults 21+ can […]
Boo at the Zoo returns to Elmwood Park Zoo on weekends only – October 4th through October 26th from 10:30 am to 3:30 pm. Bring your little ghouls and ghosts to the Zoo's annual Halloween haunt, where the entire Zoo is transformed for a kooky, spooky Halloween celebration! Come dressed […]
The last Thursday of every month the zoo will open an hour early for Quiet Mornings. This is a great opportunity for guests with special needs and their families to enjoy a more relaxing visit to the zoo. Quiet Mornings offer a less-crowded setting before the zoo opens to the […]
Elmwood Park Zoo is extending their Centennial Celebration through 2025! Join in the festivities with your family and friends as they continue to commemorate this special milestone with a series of exciting events. Enjoy live entertainment, indulge in a delicious birthday treat, and be amazed by their captivating animal shows. […]
The last Thursday of every month the zoo will open an hour early for Quiet Mornings. This is a great opportunity for guests with special needs and their families to enjoy a more relaxing visit to the zoo. Quiet Mornings offer a less-crowded setting before the zoo opens to the […]
Elmwood Park Zoo is celebrating 10 years of brews, and you’re invited to the party! Tickets for this event include zoo admission, door prizes, and a souvenir pint glass to commemorate this milestone. Plus, enjoy samplings from local favorites like Five Saints Distilling, 2SP Brewing Company, Von C Brewing Company, Wissahickon Brewing Company, […]
Elmwood Park Zoo is extending their Centennial Celebration through 2025! Join in the festivities with your family and friends as they continue to commemorate this special milestone with a series of exciting events. Enjoy live entertainment, indulge in a delicious birthday treat, and be amazed by their captivating animal shows. […]
Wine Safari is one of Elmwood Park Zoo's most popular annual fundraisers! Enjoy unlimited tastings from the area’s top wineries (you can also purchase full glasses and bottles), food from multiple stations located throughout the Zoo, and a mini Escape Room. Food is included with admission. Animal encounters will also […]
The last Thursday of every month the zoo will open an hour early for Quiet Mornings. This is a great opportunity for guests with special needs and their families to enjoy a more relaxing visit to the zoo. Quiet Mornings offer a less-crowded setting before the zoo opens to the […]
Guests can catch a glimpse of Santa Claus as he strolls through Elmwood Park Zoo during their Christmas in July event. Keep your cameras ready — it’s the perfect chance to snap a festive photo with jolly old St. Nick as he greets visitors and spreads holiday cheer throughout the zoo.
Guests can catch a glimpse of Santa Claus as he strolls through Elmwood Park Zoo during their Christmas in July event. Keep your cameras ready — it’s the perfect chance to snap a festive photo with jolly old St. Nick as he greets visitors and spreads holiday cheer throughout the zoo.
Elmwood Park Zoo is extending their Centennial Celebration through 2025! Join in the festivities with your family and friends as they continue to commemorate this special milestone with a series of exciting events. Enjoy live entertainment, indulge in a delicious birthday treat, and be amazed by their captivating animal shows. […]
In celebration of the Fourth of July, Elmwood Park Zoo will again offer free admission for all guests—pre-registration is required for free admission. The Zoo will also operate with extended hours, remaining open until 8:00 pm. The Zoo will host several Historical Impersonators, with Martha Washington visiting from 11:00 am […]
Join the Pride Celebration at Elmwood Park Zoo! This fun and friendly community-centered event features a rainbow hand-painting activity, enrichment making, live music, signature drinks at Zoo Brew, a waterslide, and more for all to enjoy. This event is free to attend with Zoo admission. Waterslide Stony Creek Pavilion | […]
The last Thursday of every month the zoo will open an hour early for Quiet Mornings. This is a great opportunity for guests with special needs and their families to enjoy a more relaxing visit to the zoo. Quiet Mornings offer a less-crowded setting before the zoo opens to the […]
The last Thursday of every month the zoo will open an hour early for Quiet Mornings. This is a great opportunity for guests with special needs and their families to enjoy a more relaxing visit to the zoo. Quiet Mornings offer a less-crowded setting before the zoo opens to the […]
Join Elmwood Park Zoo’s AAPI Celebration on Saturday, May 17 from 12:00 – 3:00 pm. Special activities for this event include Origami and Enrichment Making from 12:00 – 2:00 pm across from the Red Panda Exhibit and a Red Panda Keeper Chat at 2:30 PM. Speciality Drinks will be available […]
The last Thursday of every month the zoo will open an hour early for Quiet Mornings. This is a great opportunity for guests with special needs and their families to enjoy a more relaxing visit to the zoo. Quiet Mornings offer a less-crowded setting before the zoo opens to the […]
Hop on over to the Elmwood Park Zoo for one of their special Easter brunches with appearances by the Easter Bunny! Enjoy a delicious breakfast, participate in Easter activities, and meet one of their beloved education animals. Don’t forget to grab a photo with the Easter Bunny and then enjoy […]
Hop on over to the Elmwood Park Zoo for one of their special Easter brunches with appearances by the Easter Bunny! Enjoy a delicious breakfast, participate in Easter activities, and meet one of their beloved education animals. Don’t forget to grab a photo with the Easter Bunny and then enjoy […]
Hop on over to the Elmwood Park Zoo for one of their special Easter brunches with appearances by the Easter Bunny! Enjoy a delicious breakfast, participate in Easter activities, and meet one of their beloved education animals. Don’t forget to grab a photo with the Easter Bunny and then enjoy […]
Hop on over to the Elmwood Park Zoo for one of their special Easter brunches with appearances by the Easter Bunny! Enjoy a delicious breakfast, participate in Easter activities, and meet one of their beloved education animals. Don’t forget to grab a photo with the Easter Bunny and then enjoy […]
Hop on over to the Elmwood Park Zoo for one of their special Easter brunches with appearances by the Easter Bunny! Enjoy a delicious breakfast, participate in Easter activities, and meet one of their beloved education animals. Don’t forget to grab a photo with the Easter Bunny and then enjoy […]
Hop on over to the Elmwood Park Zoo for one of their special Easter brunches with appearances by the Easter Bunny! Enjoy a delicious breakfast, participate in Easter activities, and meet one of their beloved education animals. Don’t forget to grab a photo with the Easter Bunny and then enjoy […]
The last Thursday of every month the zoo will open an hour early for Quiet Mornings. This is a great opportunity for guests with special needs and their families to enjoy a more relaxing visit to the zoo. Quiet Mornings offer a less-crowded setting before the zoo opens to the […]
Join Elmwood Park Zoo for a shamrockin’ good time as they celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with festive fun for the whole family, March 15 & 16! Wear your green and St. Paddy’s attire to score $1 off carousel rides. Sip on specialty drinks at the Zoo Brew Beer Garden, enjoy […]
Join Elmwood Park Zoo for a shamrockin’ good time as they celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with festive fun for the whole family, March 15 & 16! Wear your green and St. Paddy’s attire to score $1 off carousel rides. Sip on specialty drinks at the Zoo Brew Beer Garden, enjoy […]
Get ready to frolic in the frost at Elmwood Park Zoo’s Winterfest Weekend, March 8 & 9. Head to the zoo to embrace the chilly weather with winter-themed entertainment and fun activities! Slide into excitement on a twenty-foot ice slide crafted by the talented Ice Concepts. Meet their adorable animal ambassadors, […]
The last Thursday of every month the zoo will open an hour early for Quiet Mornings. This is a great opportunity for guests with special needs and their families to enjoy a more relaxing visit to the zoo. Quiet Mornings offer a less-crowded setting before the zoo opens to the […]
Elmwood Park Zoo is celebrating the NFC Champion Philadelphia Eagles ahead of their appearance at Super Bowl LIX with a pep rally led by Pro Football Hall of Fame Safety and Eagles legend, Brian Dawkins! “Weapon X” himself will be on hand to hype up the crowd, along with the Eagles […]
The last Thursday of every month the zoo will open an hour early for Quiet Mornings. This is a great opportunity for guests with special needs and their families to enjoy a more relaxing visit to the zoo. Quiet Mornings offer a less-crowded setting before the zoo opens to the […]
Join the Elmwood Park Zoo on January 17th to celebrate waterfowl! World Waterfowl Day highlights global conservation efforts and the beauty of nature. Visit the zoo for special keeper chats and discover more about these fascinating birds and their habitats. Keeper Chats: 11:00 AM – Nene Exhibit (Wetlands) 2:30 PM […]
On the last Thursday of every month, the zoo will open an hour early for Quiet Mornings. This is a great opportunity for our guests with special needs and their families to enjoy a more relaxing visit to the zoo. Quiet Mornings offer a less-crowded setting before the zoo opens […]
Celebrate Elmwood Park Zoo’s 100th Anniversary with them during their Centennial Saturdays, happening on the first Saturday of each month! Join in the festivities with your family and friends as they commemorate this special milestone with a series of exciting events. The first 100 guests will receive a special giveaway […]
