Elmwood Park Zoo

Watch live medical exams and procedures happening inside the Frank & Paige Engro Veterinary Health Center, with the chance to ask questions directly to our veterinary team as they work. Deepen your connection to the animals you love — and witness the incredible care that happens behind the scenes every day. NOTE: Date and times that start at 9:00 AM

Watch live medical exams and procedures happening inside the Frank & Paige Engro Veterinary Health Center, with the chance to ask questions directly to our veterinary team as they work. Deepen your connection to the animals you love — and witness the incredible care that happens behind the scenes every day. NOTE: Date and times that start at 9:00 AM

In celebration of Juneteenth, we are pleased to offer Norristown Borough Residents (Area Code 19401) free admission to the Zoo and the Charles L. Blockson Exhibit at the Centre Theater.

Join us for a special day dedicated to one of our most iconic birds. Throughout the day, guests will have the chance to connect with our keepers and educators and learn more about these incredible raptors. This event is free to attend with paid Zoo admission. Community Passes will not be accepted on this day.

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Join us for a tranquil morning at the Zoo! 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 to the general public. Accessible Amenities made possible by Mik

Students will learn about opossum adaptations and why they are so important to our ecosystems, as well as meet a live opossum ambassador! Nature Explorers – Rainforest Study Thur

You’re invited to our annual 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. Community Passes are not accepted for this event

Elmwood Park Zoo extends its gratitude to our loyal Norristown residents by offering FREE zoo admission on the last Saturday and Sunday of every month. All events that fall on a holiday will be adjusted accordingly. Pre-registration is required to attend .

Discover what happens at the zoo after the sun goes down at Elmwood Park Zoo’s “Zoo Snooze” overnight campouts! Zoo Snooze campouts are recommended for children ages 4 and up

Elmwood Park Zoo extends its gratitude to our loyal Norristown residents by offering FREE zoo admission on the last Saturday and Sunday of every month. All events that fall on a holiday will be adjusted accordingly. Pre-registration is required to attend .

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Visit our newest member-exclusive program to enjoy the adventures of reading among the wild! This program is perfect for toddlers and features a live reading of a story about an animal that calls the Zoo home, followed by fun facts about the animal from our educators. See below for a schedule of featured animals, books, and locations. Pre-registration is required. A $5.00 per child will be collected at the

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Learn about what types of foods animals eat! Learn the difference between an omnivore, carnivore, and herbivore. Do an activity about animal diets and meet an animal who likes to eat many different things! Nature Explorers – Animal Nutrition

Members are invited to participate in this free member-exclusive perk featuring our Animal Ambassadors on select days during the summer season. Programs include new and unique activities that our educators are excited to share with you! See below for a schedule of featured animals and locations. Member Meet Up 2026 Schedule June 12 | 9:15 AM ̵

Students will learn what it takes to become a zookeeper, including the skills, training, and dedication required to care for animals every day! Nature Explorers – Zookeeping Thursday, July 16 | 10:15 AM

What kind of critters come awake after dark? Join educators for a nighttime investigation into the world of nocturnal invertebrates as we celebrate National Moth Week! This citizen science program is held worldwide and celebrates the beauty, life cycles, and habitats of moths. We will take an up-close look at these often overlooked, but incredibly important, animals and do a survey of nocturnal insects at the

Elmwood Park Zoo extends its gratitude to our loyal Norristown residents by offering FREE zoo admission on the last Saturday and Sunday of every month. All events that fall on a holiday will be adjusted accordingly. Pre-registration is required to attend .

Discover what happens at the zoo after the sun goes down at Elmwood Park Zoo’s “Zoo Snooze” overnight campouts! Zoo Snooze campouts are recommended for children ages 4 and up