Live Veterinary Exams
An event every week that begins at 10:00 am on Tuesday and Wednesday, repeating until January 28, 2026
One event on February 4, 2026 at 10:00 am
One event on February 17, 2026 at 10:00 am
One event on February 18, 2026 at 10:00 am
One event on February 13, 2026 at 10:00 am
One event on March 3, 2026 at 10:00 am
One event on March 4, 2026 at 9:30 am
One event on April 1, 2026 at 9:00 am
One event on May 6, 2026 at 9:00 am
One event on June 3, 2026 at 9:00 am
One event on March 31, 2026 at 10:00 am
One event on April 15, 2026 at 10:00 am
One event on April 21, 2026 at 10:00 am
One event on April 22, 2026 at 10:00 am
Elmwood Park Zoo is opening the doors of our Welcome Center, offering a unique opportunity to witness real veterinary care in action.
The public will have live viewing access to 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. This experience is designed to deepen your connection to the animals you love — and showcase the incredible care that happens behind the scenes every day.
NOTE: Date and times that start at 9:00 AM will be members-only exclusive.
Tuesday, March 31
10:00 AM | Marvin, Mavis, Milo, and Ophelia (Whistling Ducks)
Wednesday, April 1 (MEMBERS EXCLUSIVE)
9:00 AM | Emerald and Jackie (Prehensile-Tailed Skinks)
Wednesday, April 15
10:00 AM | Cathy and Same (Bald Eagles)
Tuesday, April 21
10:00 AM | Killion (Red-Tailed Hawk)
Wednesday, April 22
10:00 AM | Azule and Sally (Macaw and Cockatoo)
Wednesday, May 6 (MEMBERS EXCLUSIVE)
9:00 AM | Tango (Argentine Black and White Tegu)
Wednesday, June 3 (MEMBERS EXCLUSIVE)
9:00 AM | Jafar, Chin and Ghost (African Straw-Colored Fruit Bats)
This exclusive experience highlights the role of modern veterinary medicine in animal welfare, conservation, and long-term care. By opening this space to members, we’re giving you an inside look at the compassion, expertise, and innovation that supports every animal at Elmwood Park Zoo.
Members get access to exclusive experiences like this – plus free daily admission, event perks, and behind-the-scenes opportunities year round.
