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Christmas in July

Santa has included Elmwood Park Zoo on his summer bucket list— Join us on July 29 and 30th for a jolly good time in the sun! Capture Christmas-Luau memories with festive photo ops, Santa greets, and be amazed by incredible holiday stilt walkers. Quench your thirst with specialty summer drinks at our Zoo Brew and Oasis stands and groove to the live music at the Stony Creek Stage. Animal greets will be held at our Connection Corner, sponsored by TD Bank (located by the zoo’s exit) at 10 AM, 11 AM, 12:30 PM and 2 PM.

This event is free to attend with zoo admission.

 

Full Schedule:
Animal greets at Connection Corner, sponsored by TD Bank (located by the zoo’s exit): 10 AM, 11 AM, 12:30 PM and 2 PM.
Santa Greets at Stony Creek Pavilion: 12 PM –  3 PM
Holiday stilt walkers: 12 PM-2 PM
Live music at the Stony Creek Stage: 2PM – 3 PM

 

Christmas in July Sales:

25% off animal adoptions
25% off animal encounters
20% off holiday event rentals (weekdays, Nov-Jan)

Christmas in July

Santa has included Elmwood Park Zoo on his summer bucket list— Join us on July 29 and 30th for a jolly good time in the sun! Capture Christmas-Luau memories with festive photo ops, Santa greets, and be amazed by incredible holiday stilt walkers. Quench your thirst with specialty summer drinks at our Zoo Brew and Oasis stands and groove to the live music at the Stony Creek Stage. Animal greets will be held at our Connection Corner, sponsored by TD Bank (located by the zoo’s exit) at 10 AM, 11 AM, 12:30 PM and 2 PM.

This event is free to attend with zoo admission.

 

Full Schedule:
Animal greets at Connection Corner, sponsored by TD Bank (located by the zoo’s exit): 10 AM, 11 AM, 12:30 PM and 2 PM.
Santa Greets at Stony Creek Pavilion: 12 PM –  3 PM
Holiday stilt walkers: 12 PM-2 PM
Live music at the Stony Creek Stage: 2PM – 3 PM

 

Christmas in July Sales:

25% off animal adoptions
25% off animal encounters
20% off holiday event rentals (weekdays, Nov-Jan)

Wild Lights Returns to Elmwood Park Zoo

Elmwood Park Zoo is pleased to announce the scheduled return of its popular holiday lights event, Wild Lights. First debuting in 2018, Wild Lights transforms the zoo into a bright winter wonderland, with over a million lights adorning the trees, exhibits and buildings throughout its 16 acres. Tickets are on sale now at epzwildlights.com.

In addition to all-new light installations and a few returning favorites from last year, each night of Wild Lights will feature additional entertainment and attractions, such as unique animal greetings, performances, character appearances, holiday music, photos with Santa, carousel rides and more.

The evening events are scheduled for 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm on select dates, beginning November 22, and running through January 5. Prices range from $14 for adults to $9 for children. Yearly zoo members can purchase Wild Lights tickets for $12 for adults and $7 for children. Children ages 0 to 2 years old are free. 

Wild Lights is generously sponsored by Taphouse 23. Located in Bridgeport, PA, Taphouse 23 serves gourmet food and the finest locally-sourced craft brews. Additional support for Wild Lights is provided by the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local Union 98, the Valley Forge Tourism and Convention Board, and 1SEO.com. 

Brunch with Santa

Celebrate the holidays by enjoying brunch with Santa! Enjoy a delicious brunch buffet with your family in our Canopy Gardens Pavilion and meet one of our beloved education animals. Share your holiday wishes with Santa, snap a photo with him, and enjoy exploring the zoo after your scrumptious brunch. There are three brunch sessions each day: 10:00 AM, 11:15 AM and  12:30PM. Space is limited for this event, so please register early and arrive on time. Your ticket includes admission to the zoo, brunch, and a photo opportunity with Santa.

 

 

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Tree Lighting Ceremony

Join us on Wednesday, December 5th from 5-7pm for our annual Tree Lighting Ceremony!

We’ll get in the holiday spirit with visits from Santa and his reindeer, animal meet & greets, crafts, s’mores, and more!

Thanks to MetroPCS and Einstein Medical Center Montgomery for sponsoring this event.