Nature Journaling

Join local artist Jack Hobe for an introduction to nature journaling. This is a method used by real-life scientists and naturalists to collect data and do their work in the field, but it is also a great way for anyone to practice their observational skills and make a connection with our natural world.

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Harvest Fest

Celebrate fall at the zoo with Harvest Fest - carnival games, carousel rides, live music, and more!

Temple Takeover Day

Join us for a hoot of a day at the zoo as we celebrate Temple Takeover Day, where you'll get the chance to meet some of Temple’s most influential owls—student-athletes, coaches, administrators, and more!

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Harvest Fest

Celebrate fall at the zoo with Harvest Fest - carnival games, carousel rides, live music, and more!

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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.

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Safety Weekend

Join us Saturday, October 12 and Sunday, October 13 from 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM as we learn all about safety and the heroes that serve our community!

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Harvest Fest

Celebrate fall at the zoo with Harvest Fest - carnival games, carousel rides, live music, and more!

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Safety Weekend

Join us Saturday, October 12 and Sunday, October 13 from 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM as we learn all about safety and the heroes that serve our community!

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Harvest Fest

Celebrate fall at the zoo with Harvest Fest - carnival games, carousel rides, live music, and more!

Boo Just For You

Join us for a special time of trick-or-treating, costumes, and more at Boo Just For You! This sneak preview of our regularly scheduled Boo at the Zoo events is specially geared for our guests with special needs, and their families and caregivers.

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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.

Flu Clinic

Say Boo to the Flu at the Zoo

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Harvest Fest

Celebrate fall at the zoo with Harvest Fest - carnival games, carousel rides, live music, and more!

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Harvest Fest

Celebrate fall at the zoo with Harvest Fest - carnival games, carousel rides, live music, and more!

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Trick-or-Treat Nights

Join us for traditional trick-or-treating event complete with animal encounters, treat stations and a free carousel ride!

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Trick-or-Treat Nights

Join us for traditional trick-or-treating event complete with animal encounters, treat stations and a free carousel ride!

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Harvest Fest

Celebrate fall at the zoo with Harvest Fest - carnival games, carousel rides, live music, and more!

Celebrate Bats

These nocturnal creatures are often misunderstood, but they act as valuable predators to many insects, including mosquitos! Join educators as we kick off this celebration with an up close look at these creatures of the night!

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Trick-or-Treat Nights

Join us for traditional trick-or-treating event complete with animal encounters, treat stations and a free carousel ride!

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Harvest Fest

Celebrate fall at the zoo with Harvest Fest - carnival games, carousel rides, live music, and more!

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Trick-or-Treat Nights

Join us for traditional trick-or-treating event complete with animal encounters, treat stations and a free carousel ride!

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Yappy Hours – SOLD OUT

Yappy Hours are like Happy Hours except they cater to canines as well as their owners! Guests and their furry friends can enjoy drink specials at our Zoo Brew Beer Garden.

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Harvest Fest

Celebrate fall at the zoo with Harvest Fest - carnival games, carousel rides, live music, and more!

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Harvest Fest

Celebrate fall at the zoo with Harvest Fest - carnival games, carousel rides, live music, and more!

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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.

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Veterans Day

In honor of Veterans Day, veterans of the United States Armed Forces receive free zoo admission on Saturday, November 9 and Sunday, November 10.

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Veterans Day

In honor of Veterans Day, veterans of the United States Armed Forces receive free zoo admission on Saturday, November 9 and Sunday, November 10.

Owl Prowl

Join educators for a night hike to explore the sleeping forest, listen for some nocturnal feathered friends, and experience a close encounter with one of our ambassador owls.

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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.

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Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season with the return of Wild Lights to Elmwood Park Zoo! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.

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Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season with the return of Wild Lights to Elmwood Park Zoo! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.

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Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season with the return of Wild Lights to Elmwood Park Zoo! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.

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Dog Nights

Bring your furry family member to select Wild Lights dates! Dogs are also invited to pose for a picture with Santa.

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Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season with the return of Wild Lights to Elmwood Park Zoo! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.

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Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season with the return of Wild Lights to Elmwood Park Zoo! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.

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Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season with the return of Wild Lights to Elmwood Park Zoo! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.

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Dog Nights

Bring your furry family member to select Wild Lights dates! Dogs are also invited to pose for a picture with Santa.

Wild Lights Just for You

This version of our Wild Lights event is intended for individuals with sensory sensitivities and their families.

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Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season with the return of Wild Lights to Elmwood Park Zoo! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.

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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!

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Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season with the return of Wild Lights to Elmwood Park Zoo! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.

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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!

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Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season with the return of Wild Lights to Elmwood Park Zoo! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.

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Dog Nights

Bring your furry family member to select Wild Lights dates! Dogs are also invited to pose for a picture with Santa.

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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.

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Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season with the return of Wild Lights to Elmwood Park Zoo! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.

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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!

Natural Wreath Making Workshop

Welcome the holiday season with your own natural wreath! By using leftover branches from trees....

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Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season with the return of Wild Lights to Elmwood Park Zoo! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.

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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!

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Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season with the return of Wild Lights to Elmwood Park Zoo! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.

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Dog Nights

Bring your furry family member to select Wild Lights dates! Dogs are also invited to pose for a picture with Santa.

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Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season with the return of Wild Lights to Elmwood Park Zoo! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.

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Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season with the return of Wild Lights to Elmwood Park Zoo! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.

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Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season with the return of Wild Lights to Elmwood Park Zoo! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.

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Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season with the return of Wild Lights to Elmwood Park Zoo! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.

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Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season with the return of Wild Lights to Elmwood Park Zoo! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.

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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!

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Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season with the return of Wild Lights to Elmwood Park Zoo! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.

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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!

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Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season with the return of Wild Lights to Elmwood Park Zoo! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.

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Dog Nights

Bring your furry family member to select Wild Lights dates! Dogs are also invited to pose for a picture with Santa.

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Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season with the return of Wild Lights to Elmwood Park Zoo! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.

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Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season with the return of Wild Lights to Elmwood Park Zoo! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.

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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.

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Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season with the return of Wild Lights to Elmwood Park Zoo! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.

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Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season with the return of Wild Lights to Elmwood Park Zoo! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.

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Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season with the return of Wild Lights to Elmwood Park Zoo! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.

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Dog Nights

Bring your furry family member to select Wild Lights dates! Dogs are also invited to pose for a picture with Santa.

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Wild Lights

Celebrate the holiday season with the return of Wild Lights to Elmwood Park Zoo! Each night of Wild Lights will feature live entertainment, including unique animal encounters, live music, performances and more.

World Waterfowl Day

Join us 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.

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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.

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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.

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Great Backyard Bird Count

Join our Education Department as we participate in the 28th annual Great Backyard Bird Count! This interactive experience is perfect for bird lovers of all ages! Participants can visit the zoo to count birds in order to help create a real-time snapshot of where birds are!

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Great Backyard Bird Count

Join our Education Department as we participate in the 28th annual Great Backyard Bird Count! This interactive experience is perfect for bird lovers of all ages! Participants can visit the zoo to count birds in order to help create a real-time snapshot of where birds are!

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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.

Jerry Spinelli Celebrates Read Across America

Our annual celebration that focuses on the joys of reading returns March 2, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Read Across America is a nationally-celebrated event that aims to motivate reading among children of all ages.

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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.

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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.

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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.

Easter At Elmwood

Hop into Easter joy at Elmwood Park Zoo! We're hosting two egg hunts on Easter....

Magic Monday

Abracadabra— Get ready to be amazed at Elmwood Park Zoo's Magic Monday on April 21! Don't miss this magical extravaganza!

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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.

Party for the Planet

Save the date & join us for our annual celebration of Earth Day and all things eco-friendly, Party for the Planet!

Nature Explorers – Dinosaurs

Participants will discover how prehistoric giants lived, what adaptations helped them survive, and how we....

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Centennial Saturdays

Celebrate Elmwood Park Zoo's 100th Anniversary with us during our Centennial Saturdays, happening on the first Saturday of each month!

Climate Watch

Climate Watch is an important community science project started by the National Audubon Society to understand how birds are reacting to climate change and to test our climate models. During the training, you’ll learn how to identify bird species and will be taught the Climate Watch methodologies you’ll need to know for data collection and to report your findings.

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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.

Teacher Appreciation Night

Calling All Educators— Join us for an evening celebrating those who impact the daily lives of students! Guests can enjoy animal greets, raffles and discounts!

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Car Seat Check

We're partnering with the Pennsylvania State Police to bring you a free car seat safety....

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ZooSnooze

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.

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Car Seat Check

We're partnering with the Pennsylvania State Police to bring you a free car seat safety....

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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.

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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.

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ZooSnooze

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.

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Centennial Saturdays

Celebrate Elmwood Park Zoo's 100th Anniversary with us during our Centennial Saturdays, happening on the first Saturday of each month!

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ZooSnooze

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.

Nature Explorers – Raptors

Participants will learn what sets raptors apart from other bird species, explore their unique adaptations,....

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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!

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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!

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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.

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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.

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Centennial Saturdays

Celebrate Elmwood Park Zoo's 100th Anniversary with us during our Centennial Saturdays, happening on the first Saturday of each month!

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ZooSnooze

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.

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ZooSnooze

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.

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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!

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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!

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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.

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Centennial Saturdays

Celebrate Elmwood Park Zoo's 100th Anniversary with us during our Centennial Saturdays, happening on the first Saturday of each month!

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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.

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ZooSnooze

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.

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ZooSnooze

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.

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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.

Nature Explorers – Backyard

What animals inhabit the Keystone State, and how can you protect them? Participants will learn....

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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.

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Centennial Saturdays

Celebrate Elmwood Park Zoo's 100th Anniversary with us during our Centennial Saturdays, happening on the first Saturday of each month!

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ZooSnooze

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.

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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!

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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!

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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.

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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.

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ZooSnooze

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.

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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!

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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!

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.