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Art After Hours
July 26, 2023 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Art After Hours: Immerse yourself in art and the company of dogs at this FREE series of evening events! Stroll the zoo sipping on drink specials from Zoo Brew Beer Garden and enjoy a keeper chat at our bison exhibit (6:30 PM). Take in the work of local community artists along with our ongoing exhibit, Project Holocene, which features large, illuminated mixed media paintings of species under the threat of extinction, created by artist Russell Ronat.
Guests attending Art After Hours do not need to register. If you are visiting with a dog, please see instructions below:
Visiting with your Dog: All guests visiting the zoo with a furry friend must complete an online application and submit required documents and reserve a free dog ticket before visiting the zoo. You must upload a copy of your most recent veterinary visit, including proof of vaccine and heartworm test here. All items will be required in order for you to attend Art after Dark with a dog.
Since this is an evening event, our indoor buildings will be closed and many animals will be sleeping or unavailable for viewing.
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FINE PRINT:
We welcome friendly dogs of all sizes and breeds and their responsible owners. Owners/handlers are limited to one (1) dog per person at any time. All dogs must be registered to the owner/handler walking them through the zoo. Handlers must be over the age of 18 and not also not responsible for managing children. All dogs attending the zoo must be evaluated by a licensed veterinarian at a minimum of once per year. Dogs must receive monthly heart worm prevention and receive an annual heartworm test. Vaccinated against Rabies, Canine Distemper Virus and Canine Parvovirus (proof required). All dogs should arrive at the zoo with a well-fitting collar with one tag that indicates contact information for owners and one tag that confirms rabies vaccination status. Collars must be worn at all times. Retractable leashes are not permitted. For the safety of your dog and others, we do not allow puppies under 4 months, sick dogs, dogs with active injuries (ie. stitches, bandages, etc) or female dogs in heat. If the temperature on the evening of Art After Hours exceeds 85 degrees fahrenheit, no dogs will be allowed at the event. To reschedule your event date due to the high temperatures please email zoo@elmwoodparkzoo.org.