Elmwood Park Zoo

“Goonies never say die!” We’re hosting a series of special drive-in movie screenings in the Zoo’s parking lot! Our July Drive-In Zoovie is The Sandlot. See below for tickets and details.

We’re celebrating 11 years of brews, and you’re invited to the party! Tickets for this event include zoo admission, door prizes, and a gift. Plus, enjoy samplings from local favorites like Stateside, 2SP Brewing Company, Bald Birds Brewing, Von C Brewing Company , <

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

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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

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

Discover the different ways animals move, while trying some of these motions out for yourself! Students will meet an animal friend and learn about how they travel from place to place. Nature Explorers – Animal Movements

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 ̵

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

Come learn about turtles and what makes them so special! Discover which species live right here in Pennsylvania, meet a turtle up close, and take part in a turtle-ly cool activity. Nature Explorers – Turtles Thursday,

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

“You don’t even know what afraid is.” We’re hosting a series of special drive-in movie screenings in the Zoo’s parking lot! Our August Drive-In Zoovie is Jumanji (1995) . See below for tickets and details.

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 .

On Saturday, August 29 from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm, visit the zoo with your favorite stuffed animal friend and our staff will treat them to their very own health exam! Our Teddy Bear Clinic is a perfect event for helping your little ones to become more comfortable around the idea of going to the doctor!

Help educators kick off the start of fall migration for the beautiful and endangered Monarch butterfly! Get a first-hand look at the different life stages of this insect, and learn about their incredible migration journey, and get a chance to provide a butterfly habitat in your own neighborhood by bringing home a host plant of your own! This program is FREE to

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

Step into a world of stories on September 6th from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM, where over a dozen local authors will gather at the zoo! Meet the authors, ask questions, and discover new books to treasure. We also invite our visitors to write their own story about their trip to the zoo. Click the button below to download our Junior Writer’s Worksheet template.

We are pleased to offer all guests FREE ADMISSION to the Zoo on Labor Day (Monday, September 7)! Registration is preferred . The Zoo will operate under our regular hours (10 AM – 5 PM) with early admission for Yearly Members at 9 AM*.

PA is home to a variety of mammals, birds, reptiles, and more. Students will learn how they can best help the animals that share our habitats as well as meet a native animal friend! Nature Explorers – Native Species

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 ̵