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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250901T100000
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SUMMARY:Labor Day Free Admission
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to offer all guests FREE ADMISSION to the Zoo on Labor Day (Monday\, September 1)! Registration is preferred. The Zoo will operate under our regular hours (10 AM – 5 PM) with early admission for Yearly Members at 9 AM*. \n*This is the last day for early member admission\, so don’t miss out on your last chance to enjoy this member-exclusive perk this season! \n  \nRegister For Tickets 
URL:https://elmwoodparkzoo.org/event/labor-day-free-zoo-admission/
CATEGORIES:Free admission,General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T103000
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DTSTAMP:20260410T233418
CREATED:20191116T141755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T183639Z
UID:8174-1757068200-1757071800@elmwoodparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Each of our 60 minute programs focus on a variety of STEM-based topics while including up-close animal greets\, lessons\, and hands-on activities. Participants do not have to be a home school students to participate in this program; all learners ages 6 – 12 are welcome. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTRATION & MORE INFORMATION\nJanuary 2026\nFood Webs and Animal Nutrition | 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM\nJanuary 9: Ages 6-8 SOLD OUT\nJanuary 30: Ages 9-12 SOLD OUT \nFebruary 2026\nBird Count | 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM\nFebruary 13: Ages 6-8 SOLD OUT\nFebruary 27: Ages 9-12 SOLD OUT \nMarch 2026\nZookeeping 101 | 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM\nMarch 13: Ages 6-8 SOLD OUT\nMarch 20: Ages 9-12 SOLD OUT \nApril 2026\nEarth Day Everyday | 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM\nApril 3: Ages 6-8\nApril 24: Ages 9-12 \n  \nREGISTRATION & MORE INFORMATION
URL:https://elmwoodparkzoo.org/event/homeschool-workshops-2024/2025-09-05/2/
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T233419
CREATED:20240820T170338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T162815Z
UID:35312-1757152800-1757163600@elmwoodparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Meet the Authors Day
DESCRIPTION:Step into a world of stories on September 6th from 10:00 AM to 1:00 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. \n  \nDownload Junior Writer’s Worksheet\n  \nAuthors Attending:\n             \n  \n 
URL:https://elmwoodparkzoo.org/event/meet-the-authors-day/
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T233419
CREATED:20240229T175046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T153923Z
UID:39167-1757152800-1757167200@elmwoodparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Centennial Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:  \nWe’re extending our Centennial Celebration through 2025! Join in the festivities with your family and friends as we continue to commemorate our special milestone with a series of exciting events. Enjoy live entertainment\, indulge in a delicious birthday treat\, and be amazed by our captivating animal shows. Plus – the first 100 guests will receive a special giveaway item! \n\nOur Centennial Saturday events are free to attend with zoo admission.\nThis event is free for yearly members. Community Passes are not accepted for this event. \n  \n\nDates:\n\n  \nMay 3\nJune 7\nJuly 5\nAugust 2\nSeptember 6 \n  \n\nEvent Details:\n\n\n  \nFree birthday treat (while supplies last) \nThe first 100 guests will receive a special giveaway item \nKeeper Chats \nAndrew Scharff (Stilt Walker) 10 AM – 1 PM\nLive Music at Bison Stage | 11 AM – 2 PM\nJune 7 – Christine Kinslow \nJuly 7 –  Mike & Will Duo \n 
URL:https://elmwoodparkzoo.org/event/centennial-saturdays/2025-09-06/
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T170000
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CREATED:20250828T161640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T161640Z
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SUMMARY:Vulture Awareness Day 2025
DESCRIPTION:September 6 – Celebrate one of the animal kingdom’s misunderstood\, but critically essential species with us! Programs include flight demonstrations with our ambassador vultures and more; see below for details. \nPrograms are free with paid Zoo admission. Community Passes will not be accepted on this day. \nNon-Member zoo admission\n  \n\n\n\nMontgomery county non-member zoo admission\n\n\n\n \nVulture Awareness Day Program Schedule\nVulture Flight Demonstration | 11 AM | Zoo Bowl Theater \nVulture Keeper Chat | 11 AM | Wetlands \nVulture Meet & Greet | 2 PM | Zoo Bowl Theater \nVulture-Themed Activities | 10 AM – 5 PM | Discovery Center Classroom \n  \n 
URL:https://elmwoodparkzoo.org/event/vulture-awareness-day-2025/
CATEGORIES:Free with Paid Zoo Admission,General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T160000
DTSTAMP:20260410T233419
CREATED:20190118T175834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T172906Z
UID:3834-1757757600-1757779200@elmwoodparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Art in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Expressive Path’s Annual Art in the Park\, Arts & Music Festival will be on September 13\, 2025 inside the zoo! Guests can enjoy live music\, vendors\, food\, animal greets\, student performances and art for the community. Zoo Brew Beer Garden will be open for guests 21+. \nThis event is free to attend with zoo admission. \nNon-Member zoo admission\n  \n\n\n\nMontgomery county non-member zoo admission\n\n  \n\nNorristown residents (19401) can attend Art in the Park from 10 AM-4 PM for free – registration is required. \n\n\n\nNORRISTOWN RESIDENTS\n\n  \n  \nThis event benefits a local organization\, Expressive Path. “Expressive Path’s primary goal is helping adolescents who may otherwise not have the opportunity to participate in the arts. They promote diversity\, cultural interests\, education\, and community enrichment. \n\n  \nFor more information about Art in the Park or to become a vendor please reach out to Expressive Path at info@expressivepath.org
URL:https://elmwoodparkzoo.org/event/art-in-the-park/
LOCATION:Elmwood Park Zoo\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T110000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T221131Z
UID:39997-1758277800-1758279600@elmwoodparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Member Meet Ups
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \nMember Meet Up 2025 Schedule\nDecember 12 | 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM | Meet our chinchillas in the Welcome Center! \n  \n  \nBecome a member today to take part in this free member perk.
URL:https://elmwoodparkzoo.org/event/member-meet-ups/2025-09-19/
CATEGORIES:Free with Paid Zoo Admission
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T100000
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CREATED:20200724T093002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T153313Z
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SUMMARY:Breakfast with the Giraffes
DESCRIPTION:We’re giving the most important meal of the day a BIG upgrade! Enjoy a delicious outdoor breakfast buffet\, right next to our three towering giraffes. After you’ve cleared your plate\, you’ll enjoy an exclusive giraffe feeding! Space is limited for this event\, so don’t delay in purchasing your tickets! \n  \nPurchase Tickets\n  \nDates:\n8:15 AM to 10:00 AM \nSeptember: 20 \nOctober: 18 & 19 \n  \nMenu:\nScrambled Eggs \nSausage \nTurkey Sausage \nBreakfast Potatoes \nWaffles and Toppings \nFresh Fruit \nCookies \nCash bar of beer\, wine\, and seltzer available \n  \nPricing:\n\n\n\nYearly Member: $45.00 pp \nNon- Member: $50.00 pp \nUnder 2: $12.00 pp \n\n\n\n\n  \nPurchase Tickets\nBreakfast with the Giraffes will be held rain or shine\n  \nBREAKFAST WITH THE GIRAFFES IS PROUDLY SPONSORED BY\n \n  \nPlease bring your own highchairs\, we have a limited amount and it is first come first served. \n*Parties/families wishing to sit together must register under the same name. Those who do not do so at least 48 hours in advance will run the risk of sitting separate from the other party they wish to sit with.\nOUR POLICY: NO REFUNDS OR RESCHEDULING. BREAKFAST WITH THE GIRAFFES IS A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT. ELMWOOD PARK ZOO HAS THE RIGHT TO CANCEL\, CHANGE\, OR POSTPONE ANY PROGRAM/EVENT. IN THE EVENT THAT THE ZOO CANCELS THE PROGRAM/EVENT\, TICKET HOLDERS WILL BE CONTACTED DIRECTLY.
URL:https://elmwoodparkzoo.org/event/breakfast-with-the-giraffes/2025-09-20/
LOCATION:Elmwood Park Zoo\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T160000
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UID:29259-1758369600-1758384000@elmwoodparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Junior Jazz
DESCRIPTION:We’re teaming up with the Community Music School in Trappe to bring live\, all-ages jazz music to the zoo on Saturday\, September 20. Children will learn about the instruments that contribute to jazz music’s unique sound and enjoy featured performances throughout the day (located at our Bison Stage). \n  \nSchedule \n12PM: Jazz Pianist\, Community Music School \, Trappe PA \n1PM: School of Rock\, Fort Washington\, PA \n2PM: Community Music School \, Trappe PA \n3PM: Bach 2 Rock\, Wayne\, Pa \n  \nJunior Jazz is free to attend with regular zoo admission. Community Passes are not accepted for this event. \n  \n 
URL:https://elmwoodparkzoo.org/event/junior-jazz/
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T213000
DTSTAMP:20260410T233419
CREATED:20250819T203435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250927T133757Z
UID:42760-1758913200-1758922200@elmwoodparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Drive-in Zoovies - Hocus Pocus
DESCRIPTION:“Oh\, look. Another glorious morning!” We’re hosting a series of special drive-in movie screenings in the Zoo’s parking lot! Our first drive-in Zoovie is Disney’s Hocus Pocus. See below for tickets and details!\nPurchase tickets\n  \nDrive-In Zoovie | Hocus Pocus (1993) | 1h 36m | Rated PG\nSeptember 26 | 7:00 PM\nOur drive-in screening will be held in the former softball field section of the Zoo’s parking lot. Concessions will be available for purchase during the film. In the event of inclement weather\, all ticket holders will notified if a screening is cancelled or rescheduled 2 weeks prior to the event. The radio station frequency broadcasting the film’s audio to cars will be provided to ticket holders prior to the event. \nPurchase Tickets\n\nTickets and Info*\nAdult Guest | $15 per adult \nChild Guest | $12 per child \n* Guests must register how many cars they are bringing when purchasing tickets. Tickets are required for each guest (adult and child) attending.  \nAbout the Film\nA teenage boy named Max and his little sister move to Salem\, where he struggles to fit in before awakening a trio of diabolical witches that were executed in the 17th century. Watch the trailer.
URL:https://elmwoodparkzoo.org/event/zoovies-hocus-pocus/
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T233419
CREATED:20250912T145436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T015755Z
UID:43739-1758967200-1758978000@elmwoodparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Walk On The Wild Side
DESCRIPTION:Meet members of local police departments and complete a scavenger hunt through the Zoo during Walk On The Wild Side event!\nKiddos will learn some fun facts about our animals and meet some of the officers in our community. Each of the nine locations will have officers present to share a fun fact about the animal. Stop at all of the locations to collect a prize at the end! \nThis event is free to attend with paid Zoo admission. Community Passes are not accepted for this event. All prizes are first come first served. \n  \nNon-Member zoo admission\n  \n\n\n\nMontgomery county non-member zoo admission
URL:https://elmwoodparkzoo.org/event/walk-on-the-wild-side/
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T160000
DTSTAMP:20260410T233419
CREATED:20201007T194156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T195930Z
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SUMMARY:Harvest Fest
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Fall with us! Get ready for a fantastic family-friendly adventure at Elmwood Park Zoo’s Harvest Fest! Dive into the magic of fall with exciting carnival games*\, live music\, face painting* and a whole lot more\, all happening around the Stony Creek Stage (located by Zoo Brew). \n*Event is free to attend with zoo admission. Games and activities may be an additional cost. Tickets must be purchased at the carnival games to play. \n\nDATES\nWeekends from September 27 – October 26 from 10:00 am- 4:00 pm. \n  \n\n\nNon-Member zoo admission\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMontgomery county non-member zoo admission\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nENTERTAINMENT\n\nSeptember 27 & 28\, October 4\, 5\, 11\, 12\n11 AM – 2 PM | Mike & Will Duo \nOctober 4\,5\, 24\, 25\, 26 \n11 AM – 2 PM | Danielle and Jennifer \n\nVOLUNTEERS\nIf you  are  interested in volunteering with us for Harvest Fest please fill out this form here. Volunteering positions at Harvest Fest include doing activities like helping guests with making enrichment and/or crafts for our animals\, running educational games\, handing out prizes at a Trick-or-Treat station\, assisting photo opportunities\, managing props\, supervising a bonfire with s’mores-making\, and many other tasks. If any of the above sounds interesting then consider signing up for an afternoon\, or even several! \n 
URL:https://elmwoodparkzoo.org/event/harvest-fest/2025-09-27/
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T160000
DTSTAMP:20260410T233419
CREATED:20201007T194156Z
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SUMMARY:Harvest Fest
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Fall with us! Get ready for a fantastic family-friendly adventure at Elmwood Park Zoo’s Harvest Fest! Dive into the magic of fall with exciting carnival games*\, live music\, face painting* and a whole lot more\, all happening around the Stony Creek Stage (located by Zoo Brew). \n*Event is free to attend with zoo admission. Games and activities may be an additional cost. Tickets must be purchased at the carnival games to play. \n\nDATES\nWeekends from September 27 – October 26 from 10:00 am- 4:00 pm. \n  \n\n\nNon-Member zoo admission\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMontgomery county non-member zoo admission\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nENTERTAINMENT\n\nSeptember 27 & 28\, October 4\, 5\, 11\, 12\n11 AM – 2 PM | Mike & Will Duo \nOctober 4\,5\, 24\, 25\, 26 \n11 AM – 2 PM | Danielle and Jennifer \n\nVOLUNTEERS\nIf you  are  interested in volunteering with us for Harvest Fest please fill out this form here. Volunteering positions at Harvest Fest include doing activities like helping guests with making enrichment and/or crafts for our animals\, running educational games\, handing out prizes at a Trick-or-Treat station\, assisting photo opportunities\, managing props\, supervising a bonfire with s’mores-making\, and many other tasks. If any of the above sounds interesting then consider signing up for an afternoon\, or even several! \n 
URL:https://elmwoodparkzoo.org/event/harvest-fest/2025-09-28/
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T210000
DTSTAMP:20260410T233419
CREATED:20210823T211133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T191010Z
UID:18223-1759255200-1759266000@elmwoodparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:EPZ AAZK Spaghetti Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Join Elmwood Park Zoo’s AAZK Chapter for their 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! 100% of the proceeds from this event will go towards EPZ’s AAZK professional development fund. Our keepers are passionate about conservation and providing the best care to the animals under their watch. By attending workshops and conferences\, our keepers are able to further their education and strengthen their skill sets as keepers\, educators\, and conservationists. \n\nMenu\, courtesy of Zone’s Catering:\nPasta selection: Spaghetti\, Rigatoni\, Gluten Free Spaghetti\nMeat selection: – Meatball\, Short Ribs\, Sausage\nSauce selection: – Marinara\, Alfredo\nTossed Salad\, Condiments\, Soft Drinks\, and Desserts \n\nCash Bar:\nKeeper-themed cocktails\nWine\nBeer \n  \nRegister Here\n  \nTickets will only be available ONLINE. No admission will be sold at the door.\nRaffle tickets will be sold at the event.\nMust be 21+ to purchase and consume alcohol. \n\nPricing$20 for adults$10 for kids (ages 2-11)Under 2 years are FREE! \n  \nSchedule\n6:00 PM – Open \n6:00-6:45 PM – Giraffe Feeding/ Animal Meet & Greets \n6:30 PM – Dinner Available \n7:20 PM – Dessert Available \n7:30 PM – Raffle Prizes Drawn\n(must be present to win; kid-themed baskets will be drawn first so you don’t have to stay out too late!) \n 
URL:https://elmwoodparkzoo.org/event/epz-aazk-spaghetti-dinner/
CATEGORIES:General Events
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