General Events

Name: Homeschool Workshops
Start: 2026-04-24T10:30:00-04:00
End: 2026-04-24T11:30:00-04:00

September 2025
September 11 @ 10:15 am - 10:45 am

Nature Explorers – Keystone Species

What is a Keystone Species, and why are they so important? Discover why during this....
September 13 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Art in the Park

Elmwood Park Zoo PA, United States

Join us for Art in the Park on September 13th from 10am to 4pm. Enjoy live performances, meet vendors, local artists, and more!
September 20 @ 8:15 am - 10:00 am Recurring

Breakfast with the Giraffes

Elmwood Park Zoo PA, United States

Rise and shine for the most important meal of the day, and share it with our three towering giraffes!
September 20 @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Junior Jazz

Join us at Elmwood Park Zoo's Junior Jazz event featuring the Community Music School in Trappe.
September 25 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am Recurring

Quiet Mornings

Elmwood Park Zoo offers the opportunity for our guests with special needs and their family to enjoy early entry to the Zoo. This is a great opportunity to enjoy the Zoo in a relaxing setting before it opens to the general public.
September 25 @ 10:15 am - 10:45 am

Nature Explorers – Seasons

Why do we have seasons, and how does the planet change between them? Participants will....
September 26 @ 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Drive-in Zoovies – Hocus Pocus

"Oh, look. Another glorious morning!" We're hosting a series of special drive-in movie screenings in....
September 27 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Walk On The Wild Side

Meet members of local police departments and complete a scavenger hunt through the Zoo during....
September 27 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Recurring

Harvest Fest

Celebrate fall at the zoo with Harvest Fest - carnival games, carousel rides, live music, and more!
September 27 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Recurring

Free Admission for Norristown Borough Residents

Elmwood Park Zoo extends our gratitude to our loyal Norristown residents by offering FREE admission to Norristown Borough residents on the last Saturday and Sunday of every month.
September 28 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Recurring

Harvest Fest

Celebrate fall at the zoo with Harvest Fest - carnival games, carousel rides, live music, and more!
September 28 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Recurring

Free Admission for Norristown Borough Residents

Elmwood Park Zoo extends our gratitude to our loyal Norristown residents by offering FREE admission to Norristown Borough residents on the last Saturday and Sunday of every month.
September 30 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

EPZ AAZK Spaghetti Dinner

Join us for our annual Spaghetti Dinner with the Keepers! Enjoy delicious Italian cuisine provided by Zone's Catering, chat with our keepers and win animal themed raffle prizes!
October 2025
October 1 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am Recurring

Member Mornings PLUS

Zoo members are invited to join us for an early entry an hour before the zoo opens on the first Wednesday of every month and enjoy a giraffe feeding.
October 2 @ 10:15 am - 10:45 am

Nature Explorers – Porcupines

Can porcupines shoot their quills? Why do they have them? Spend the morning learning all....
October 4 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Recurring

Harvest Fest

Celebrate fall at the zoo with Harvest Fest - carnival games, carousel rides, live music, and more!
October 4 @ 10:30 am - 3:30 pm Recurring

Boo at the Zoo

Bring your little ghouls and ghosts to our annual Halloween haunt, where the entire Zoo is transformed for a kooky, spooky Halloween celebration!
October 4 @ 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Drive-In Zoovies – Halloweentown

"Being normal is vastly overrated." We're hosting a series of special drive-in movie screenings in....
October 5 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Recurring

Harvest Fest

Celebrate fall at the zoo with Harvest Fest - carnival games, carousel rides, live music, and more!
October 5 @ 10:30 am - 3:30 pm Recurring

Boo at the Zoo

Bring your little ghouls and ghosts to our annual Halloween haunt, where the entire Zoo is transformed for a kooky, spooky Halloween celebration!
October 10 @ 5:00 pm Recurring

Zoo Snooze

Pack up the family for an exciting and educational overnight trip to the zoo! Our ZooSnooze overnight campouts are a perfect way to explore the zoo after the sun sets.
October 11 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Safety Day

Join us Saturday, October 11 from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM as we learn all about safety and the heroes that serve our community!
October 11 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Recurring

Harvest Fest

Celebrate fall at the zoo with Harvest Fest - carnival games, carousel rides, live music, and more!
October 11 @ 10:30 am - 3:30 pm Recurring

Boo at the Zoo

Bring your little ghouls and ghosts to our annual Halloween haunt, where the entire Zoo is transformed for a kooky, spooky Halloween celebration!
October 12 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Recurring

Harvest Fest

Celebrate fall at the zoo with Harvest Fest - carnival games, carousel rides, live music, and more!
October 12 @ 10:30 am - 3:30 pm Recurring

Boo at the Zoo

Bring your little ghouls and ghosts to our annual Halloween haunt, where the entire Zoo is transformed for a kooky, spooky Halloween celebration!
October 18 @ 8:15 am - 10:00 am Recurring

Breakfast with the Giraffes

Elmwood Park Zoo PA, United States

Rise and shine for the most important meal of the day, and share it with our three towering giraffes!
October 18 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Recurring

Harvest Fest

Celebrate fall at the zoo with Harvest Fest - carnival games, carousel rides, live music, and more!
October 18 @ 10:30 am - 3:30 pm Recurring

Boo at the Zoo

Bring your little ghouls and ghosts to our annual Halloween haunt, where the entire Zoo is transformed for a kooky, spooky Halloween celebration!
October 19 @ 8:15 am - 10:00 am Recurring

Breakfast with the Giraffes

Elmwood Park Zoo PA, United States

Rise and shine for the most important meal of the day, and share it with our three towering giraffes!
October 19 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Recurring

Harvest Fest

Celebrate fall at the zoo with Harvest Fest - carnival games, carousel rides, live music, and more!
October 19 @ 10:30 am - 3:30 pm Recurring

Boo at the Zoo

Bring your little ghouls and ghosts to our annual Halloween haunt, where the entire Zoo is transformed for a kooky, spooky Halloween celebration!
October 23 @ 10:15 am - 10:45 am

Nature Explorers – Snakes

Snakes get a bad reputation, but they are more than meets the eye! Discover what....
October 25 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Recurring

Harvest Fest

Celebrate fall at the zoo with Harvest Fest - carnival games, carousel rides, live music, and more!
October 25 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Recurring

Free Admission for Norristown Borough Residents

Elmwood Park Zoo extends our gratitude to our loyal Norristown residents by offering FREE admission to Norristown Borough residents on the last Saturday and Sunday of every month.
October 25 @ 10:30 am - 3:30 pm Recurring

Boo at the Zoo

Bring your little ghouls and ghosts to our annual Halloween haunt, where the entire Zoo is transformed for a kooky, spooky Halloween celebration!
October 25 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Eco-Family Programs: Celebrate Bats!

Every October we recognize Bat Week, an international celebration designed to raise awareness about the....
October 25 @ 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm Recurring

Trick-or-Treat Nights

Join us for traditional trick-or-treating event complete with animal encounters, treat stations and a free carousel ride!
October 26 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Recurring

Harvest Fest

Celebrate fall at the zoo with Harvest Fest - carnival games, carousel rides, live music, and more!
October 26 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Recurring

Free Admission for Norristown Borough Residents

Elmwood Park Zoo extends our gratitude to our loyal Norristown residents by offering FREE admission to Norristown Borough residents on the last Saturday and Sunday of every month.
October 26 @ 10:30 am - 3:30 pm Recurring

Boo at the Zoo

Bring your little ghouls and ghosts to our annual Halloween haunt, where the entire Zoo is transformed for a kooky, spooky Halloween celebration!
October 30 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am Recurring

Quiet Mornings

Elmwood Park Zoo offers the opportunity for our guests with special needs and their family to enjoy early entry to the Zoo. This is a great opportunity to enjoy the Zoo in a relaxing setting before it opens to the general public.
November 2025
November 5 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Recurring

Member Mornings PLUS

Zoo members are invited to join us for an early entry an hour before the zoo opens on the first Wednesday of every month and enjoy a giraffe feeding.
November 5 @ 11:30 am - 12:00 pm Recurring

Tiny Tots & Tall Tales

Stop by our newest member-exclusive program to explore the adventures of reading, out in the....
November 6 @ 10:15 am - 10:45 am

Nature Explorers – Volcanoes

How are volcanoes formed, and why do they erupt? Participants learn about volcano eruptions and....
November 8 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm Recurring

Veterans Day Weekend

We are honoring our veterans with free admission* to the Zoo on November 8th and....
November 9 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm Recurring

Veterans Day Weekend

We are honoring our veterans with free admission* to the Zoo on November 8th and....
November 20 @ 10:15 am - 10:45 am

Nature Explorers – Tundra

What types of animals and plants can survive in this type of harsh environment? Participants....
November 20 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Recurring

Quiet Mornings

Elmwood Park Zoo offers the opportunity for our guests with special needs and their family to enjoy early entry to the Zoo. This is a great opportunity to enjoy the Zoo in a relaxing setting before it opens to the general public.
Featured November 21 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring

Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season at Elmwood Park Zoo with the return of Wild Lights presented by Danella! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.
November 21 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Eco-Family Programs: Owl Prowl

Whooo’s awake in the dark? Join educators for a night hike to explore the sleeping....
Featured November 22 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring

Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season at Elmwood Park Zoo with the return of Wild Lights presented by Danella! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.
Featured November 23 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring

Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season at Elmwood Park Zoo with the return of Wild Lights presented by Danella! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.
Featured November 28 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring

Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season at Elmwood Park Zoo with the return of Wild Lights presented by Danella! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.
November 29 @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Recurring

Free Admission for Norristown Borough Residents

Elmwood Park Zoo extends our gratitude to our loyal Norristown residents by offering FREE admission to Norristown Borough residents on the last Saturday and Sunday of every month.
Featured November 29 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring

Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season at Elmwood Park Zoo with the return of Wild Lights presented by Danella! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.
November 30 @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Recurring

Free Admission for Norristown Borough Residents

Elmwood Park Zoo extends our gratitude to our loyal Norristown residents by offering FREE admission to Norristown Borough residents on the last Saturday and Sunday of every month.
Featured November 30 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring

Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season at Elmwood Park Zoo with the return of Wild Lights presented by Danella! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.
December 2025
December 3 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Recurring

Member Mornings PLUS

Zoo members are invited to join us for an early entry an hour before the zoo opens on the first Wednesday of every month and enjoy a giraffe feeding.
Featured December 5 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring

Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season at Elmwood Park Zoo with the return of Wild Lights presented by Danella! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.
December 6 @ 10:00 am - 1:45 pm Recurring

Brunch with Santa

Celebrate the holidays by enjoying brunch with Santa! Enjoy a delicious brunch buffet, meet one of our beloved education animal, and share your holiday wishes with Santa!
Featured December 6 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring

Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season at Elmwood Park Zoo with the return of Wild Lights presented by Danella! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.
December 7 @ 10:00 am - 1:45 pm Recurring

Brunch with Santa

Celebrate the holidays by enjoying brunch with Santa! Enjoy a delicious brunch buffet, meet one of our beloved education animal, and share your holiday wishes with Santa!
Featured December 7 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring

Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season at Elmwood Park Zoo with the return of Wild Lights presented by Danella! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.
Featured December 12 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring

Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season at Elmwood Park Zoo with the return of Wild Lights presented by Danella! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.
December 13 @ 10:00 am - 1:45 pm Recurring

Brunch with Santa

Celebrate the holidays by enjoying brunch with Santa! Enjoy a delicious brunch buffet, meet one of our beloved education animal, and share your holiday wishes with Santa!
December 13 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Eco-Family Workshops: Natural Wreath Making

Welcome the holiday season with your own natural wreath! By using leftover branches from trees....
Featured December 13 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring

Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season at Elmwood Park Zoo with the return of Wild Lights presented by Danella! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.
December 14 @ 10:00 am - 1:45 pm Recurring

Brunch with Santa

Celebrate the holidays by enjoying brunch with Santa! Enjoy a delicious brunch buffet, meet one of our beloved education animal, and share your holiday wishes with Santa!
Featured December 14 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring

Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season at Elmwood Park Zoo with the return of Wild Lights presented by Danella! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.
Featured December 15 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring

Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season at Elmwood Park Zoo with the return of Wild Lights presented by Danella! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.
Featured December 16 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring

Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season at Elmwood Park Zoo with the return of Wild Lights presented by Danella! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.
Featured December 17 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring

Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season at Elmwood Park Zoo with the return of Wild Lights presented by Danella! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.
December 18 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Recurring

Quiet Mornings

Elmwood Park Zoo offers the opportunity for our guests with special needs and their family to enjoy early entry to the Zoo. This is a great opportunity to enjoy the Zoo in a relaxing setting before it opens to the general public.
Featured December 18 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring

Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season at Elmwood Park Zoo with the return of Wild Lights presented by Danella! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.
December 19 @ 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Recurring

Homeschool Workshops

Our Home School Workshops take children on a deep dive into a variety of STEM-based learning and discovery topics. Students will learn about the environment and the animals that live there all while having a safe and engaging experience.
Featured December 19 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring

Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season at Elmwood Park Zoo with the return of Wild Lights presented by Danella! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.
December 20 @ 10:00 am - 1:45 pm Recurring

Brunch with Santa

Celebrate the holidays by enjoying brunch with Santa! Enjoy a delicious brunch buffet, meet one of our beloved education animal, and share your holiday wishes with Santa!
Featured December 20 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring

Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season at Elmwood Park Zoo with the return of Wild Lights presented by Danella! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.
December 21 @ 10:00 am - 1:45 pm Recurring

Brunch with Santa

Celebrate the holidays by enjoying brunch with Santa! Enjoy a delicious brunch buffet, meet one of our beloved education animal, and share your holiday wishes with Santa!
Featured December 21 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring

Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season at Elmwood Park Zoo with the return of Wild Lights presented by Danella! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.
Featured December 22 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring

Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season at Elmwood Park Zoo with the return of Wild Lights presented by Danella! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.
Featured December 23 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring

Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season at Elmwood Park Zoo with the return of Wild Lights presented by Danella! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.
Featured December 26 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring

Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season at Elmwood Park Zoo with the return of Wild Lights presented by Danella! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.
December 27 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Recurring

Free Admission for Norristown Borough Residents

Elmwood Park Zoo extends our gratitude to our loyal Norristown residents by offering FREE admission to Norristown Borough residents on the last Saturday and Sunday of every month.
Featured December 27 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring

Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season at Elmwood Park Zoo with the return of Wild Lights presented by Danella! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.
December 28 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Recurring

Free Admission for Norristown Borough Residents

Elmwood Park Zoo extends our gratitude to our loyal Norristown residents by offering FREE admission to Norristown Borough residents on the last Saturday and Sunday of every month.
Featured December 28 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring

Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season at Elmwood Park Zoo with the return of Wild Lights presented by Danella! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.
Featured December 29 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring

Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season at Elmwood Park Zoo with the return of Wild Lights presented by Danella! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.
Featured December 30 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring

Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season at Elmwood Park Zoo with the return of Wild Lights presented by Danella! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.
January 2026
January 9, 2026 @ 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Recurring

Homeschool Workshops

Our Home School Workshops take children on a deep dive into a variety of STEM-based learning and discovery topics. Students will learn about the environment and the animals that live there all while having a safe and engaging experience.
February 2026
February 4, 2026 @ 9:30 am - 10:00 am Recurring

Tiny Tots & Tall Tales

Stop by our newest member-exclusive program to explore the adventures of reading, out in the....
February 13, 2026 @ 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Recurring

Homeschool Workshops

Our Home School Workshops take children on a deep dive into a variety of STEM-based learning and discovery topics. Students will learn about the environment and the animals that live there all while having a safe and engaging experience.
February 27, 2026 @ 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Recurring

Homeschool Workshops

Our Home School Workshops take children on a deep dive into a variety of STEM-based learning and discovery topics. Students will learn about the environment and the animals that live there all while having a safe and engaging experience.
March 2026
March 4, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Recurring

Tiny Tots & Tall Tales

Stop by our newest member-exclusive program to explore the adventures of reading, out in the....
April 2026
April 1, 2026 @ 9:30 am - 10:00 am Recurring

Tiny Tots & Tall Tales

Stop by our newest member-exclusive program to explore the adventures of reading, out in the....
April 3, 2026 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am Recurring

Homeschool Workshops

Our Home School Workshops take children on a deep dive into a variety of STEM-based learning and discovery topics. Students will learn about the environment and the animals that live there all while having a safe and engaging experience.
April 24, 2026 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am Recurring

Homeschool Workshops

Our Home School Workshops take children on a deep dive into a variety of STEM-based learning and discovery topics. Students will learn about the environment and the animals that live there all while having a safe and engaging experience.