Shows & Attractions

Shows and attractions are weather permitting and their operating schedules are subject to change. Guests are encouraged to call 610.277.3825 ext. 222 before their visit to confirm if a specific attraction is operating.

Please note, feeding tickets are only good for the date of purchase. These tickets cannot be exchanged for a different feeding day or time. Everyone entering a giraffe feeding deck must purchase a feeding ticket at the zoo. Tickets are available for purchase at the enclosure, inside the Savanna Station pavilion.

Giraffe Feeding

Come face-to-face with the world’s tallest mammal when you hand feed our giant giraffes! Sponsored by Taphouse 23.

  • Giraffe Feeding $5.00 Non-Members / $4.00 Yearly Members

Feedings are weather and temperature dependent – giraffes will not be available when temperatures are below 55º.

Purchase tickets at the exhibit inside the Savanna Station pavilion. Every guest entering the feeding deck must purchase a ticket.

**NEW** Learn about our Giraffe Barn Experience, available weekends in the winter CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO

Carousel Ride

Enjoy a spin on the zoo’s vintage-inspired, animal-themed carousel. 

  • Carousel $5.00 Non-Members / $4.00 Yearly Members

    Available for purchase at the carousel. Children under 42" must be accompanied by a responsible person 14 years of age or older and must ride on the inside row. Infants must be accompanied by a responsible person 14 years of age or older and must ride in a bench seat.

*Operating hours are weather dependent and may vary. *Seasonal

Percussion Garden

The Thomas Kimmel Percussion Garden encourages children to make beautiful music with giant chimes, drums, and bells. Open daily.

Playground

The Thomas Kimmel Playground is an interactive play space featuring areas to climb, run, jump, swing, dig and spin!  Open daily.

Connection Corner

Our Connection Corner is a public education station where we invite guests to meet and learn about our amazing animal ambassadors. Our free educational show times are posted at the front of the zoo each day. Our Connection Corner is proudly sponsored by

*Connection Corner programs are free to attend with regular zoo admission.

Attraction Rentals

Hosting a special event or after-hours function at the zoo? Rent one of our many attractions for your guests to enjoy! Contact our one of our event specialists at 610.277.3825 x 242 or email events@elmwoodparkzoo.org for details.

Face Painting

Unleash your wild side with a cute animal face paint design! Located across from 

the Thomas Kimmel Playground.