
Get ready to frolic in the frost at Elmwood Park Zoo’s Winterfest Weekend! We’re embracing the chilly weather with winter-themed entertainment and fun activities! Slide into excitement on a twenty-foot ice slide crafted by the talented Ice Concepts. Meet our adorable animal ambassadors, take a spin on the carousel, and warm up by the fire while crafting a delicious s’more. Plus, for our guests 21 and older, indulge in drink specials at ZooBrew to add a spirited touch to the winter festivities.
*Slide is weather permitting
Entertainment Schedule
Twenty-foot Ice Slide
Carousel Rides
Live Music
March 8
Joey DeNoble | 11 AM – 2 PM | Stony Creek Stage
March 9
Tony Alosi | 11 AM – 2 PM | Stony Creek Stage
Animal Greets & Shows
March 8
Animal Greet – 10 AM | Welcome Center
Animal Greet – 2 PM | Connection Corner
March 9
Free Animal Show – 10:30 AM | The Hall
Animal Greet – 2 PM | Connection Corner
Keeper Chats
March 8
River Otter – 11 AM | Wetlands
Red Panda – 2:30 PM | Main Path
March 9
Porcupines – 11 AM | Wetlands
Bison – 2:30 PM | Grasslands
*Additional fees may be required for on-site activities.
Winterfest Sponsors


Our Policy: No refunds or rescheduling. Winterfest 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.
During Winterfest, free zoo admission tickets, reciprocal discounts, Community Partner Passes, Corporate Partner Passes, and other coupons will not be accepted. All Winterfest tickets must be timed and dated for the event.
For questions about WINTERFEST please contact us at zoo@elmwoodparkzoo.org
