Community Pass
Bring your community together with the Elmwood Park Zoo Community Pass (formerly our Organizational Membership), designed exclusively for non-profit organizations to share among their patrons. Perfect for libraries, schools, and community groups, the Community Pass provides admission for two adults and up to four children.
Located in Norristown, Montgomery County, our zoo is home to dozens of species, like giraffes, jaguars, sloth, and colorful birds, plus exciting activities for all ages. Start your day feeding giraffes or petting goats in the barnyard, then explore kid-friendly attractions like the animal-themed carousel.
Community Pass
Formerly Organizational Membership
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Limited to non-profit organizations wishing to share a zoo pass among its patrons. Features admission for two adults and up to four children. Perfect for libraries, schools and more. Application required. No additional benefits apply beyond admission into the zoo. Not valid for sales or special events.
Community Pass Benefits
- Free daytime Zoo admission for two adults and up to four children. Pass not valid for free or discounted admission to special events, such as Winterfest, Boo at the Zoo, Wild Lights, fundraisers, and others. Please see our FAQ below for a full list of special event restrictions.
Community Pass Policies
- Pass can only be utilized once per day
- Passes can only be used onsite and may not be used for online purchases
- Community Passes are not able to be discounted
- If a Community Pass is lost or stolen, the organization must renew it at full cost to receive a replacement card. The expiration date of the pass will be extended a full year from its previous expiration date
Frequently Asked Questions
Guests using a Community Pass must bring a valid photo I.D. and present the physical Community Pass card at the Zoo’s Welcome Center.
No, a Community Pass is not valid for special events. It is only valid for daytime Zoo admission when a special event is not scheduled. The following 2025 Zoo events are considered Special Events. Community Pass benefits will not be available on these dates:
- Easter at Elmwood – 4/20
- Easter Magic Monday – 4/21
- Party for the Planet – 4/26
- May the Fourth Be with You! – 5/4
- Father’s Day – 6/15
- School’s Out Weekend – 6/21 & 6/22
- Pride Celebration – 6/28
- Christmas in July – 7/26 & 7/27
- Philly Sports Day – 8/26
- Teddy Bear Clinic – 8/30
- Meet the Authors Day – 9/6
- Art in the Park – 9/13
- Harvest Fest – 10/4, 10/5, 10/11, 10/12, 10/18, 10/19, 10/25, & 10/26
- Boo at the Zoo – 10/4, 10/5, 10/11, 10/12, 10/18, 10/19, 10/25, & 10/26
- Beast of a Feast – 10/9
- Passes are not accepted at Member Morning events
The physical Community Pass card is required to access Elmwood Park Zoo. If a Community Pass is lost or stolen, the organization or library must renew it at full cost to receive a replacement card. The expiration date of the pass will be extended a full year from its previous expiration date.
Save 20% off a Zoo Membership
Show your Community Pass at our ticket booth on the day of your visit to receive 20% Off a Zoo Membership.
Offer valid only on the day of your visit. Cannot be combined with other offers or discounts; restrictions may apply.