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Celebrate Father’s Day with a barbecue on Impala Lawn! Your ticket includes Zoo admission, delicious barbeque, an animal meet & greet, beer and bourbon sampling, lawn games, and one Wild Explorer VR experience ticket.
Enjoy a more accessible version of the classic Philly Zoo experience: designated Quiet Spaces, Quiet Maps, and much more!
Enjoy an afternoon of delicious food, refreshing drinks, and country music! The Bacon, Beer, Bourbon & Country Music Festival features live performances from a mix of well-known artists and rising stars, a selection of savory eats, and tastings of both beer and bourbon—plus the beautiful […]
See old friends and make new ones as you listen, learn and explore the zoo during this family-friendly event designed to raise funds and awareness for children who are deaf or hard of hearing who are learning to listen and talk at Clarke Pennsylvania. Participants […]
The Philadelphia Zoo will present its Spotlight Series during select months in 2025. The series will celebrate favorite animals through special talks, enrichment activities, take-home crafts, themed food and beverages, and educational experiences. The Spotlight Series is included with regular Zoo admission. In May, the […]
Lace up your running shoes for the 2025 Run Wild for the Zoo 5K! Join over 2,000 others for a fun run through the Philadelphia Zoo, supporting the 1,900 amazing animals that call it home. It's a unique chance to run inside the Zoo and […]
The Zoo invites families to celebrate Holi, the Festival of Colors! Enjoy a day of Indian music, dance, and food, featuring artists from Philadelphia's Indian American community. Learn how Holi marks the arrival of spring, the blossoming of love, and a time for forgiveness. Join […]
Hop to it—Bunny Brunch at Philadelphia Zoo is BACK! Your ticket includes brunch, photos with the bunny, and general Zoo admission for the day. Plus, enjoy meet-and-greets with their ambassador animals! Child Member $34.00, Adult Member: $44.00, Child Non-Member: $54.00, Adult Non-Member: $64.00
Hop to it—Bunny Brunch at Philadelphia Zoo is BACK! Your ticket includes brunch, photos with the bunny, and general Zoo admission for the day. Plus, enjoy meet-and-greets with their ambassador animals! Child Member $34.00, Adult Member: $44.00, Child Non-Member: $54.00, Adult Non-Member: $64.00
Hop to it—Bunny Brunch at Philadelphia Zoo is BACK! Your ticket includes brunch, photos with the bunny, and general Zoo admission for the day. Plus, enjoy meet-and-greets with their ambassador animals! Child Member $34.00, Adult Member: $44.00, Child Non-Member: $54.00, Adult Non-Member: $64.00
Hop to it—Bunny Brunch at Philadelphia Zoo is BACK! Your ticket includes brunch, photos with the bunny, and general Zoo admission for the day. Plus, enjoy meet-and-greets with their ambassador animals! Child Member $34.00, Adult Member: $44.00, Child Non-Member: $54.00, Adult Non-Member: $64.00
The Philadelphia Zoo invites families to a special Purim Festival. Children and adults alike will enjoy an afternoon of entertainment, hands-on activities, and arts and crafts. Free hamentashen will be provided while supplies last. Representatives from local Jewish organizations, including the Jewish Federation of Greater […]
The Philadelphia Zoo will present its Spotlight Series during select months in 2025. The series will celebrate favorite animals through special talks, enrichment activities, take-home crafts, themed food and beverages, and educational experiences. The Spotlight Series is included with regular Zoo admission. The Zoo's March […]
Philly Zoo Comes to Light LumiNature is back for another season of sights, sounds, and surprises! See more than a million twinkling lights across 16 illuminated zones at the zoo's biggest and brightest holiday light show yet. Open from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. on weekends and […]
Philly Zoo Comes to Light LumiNature is back for another season of sights, sounds, and surprises! See more than a million twinkling lights across 16 illuminated zones at the zoo's biggest and brightest holiday light show yet. Open from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. on weekends and […]
Philly Zoo Comes to Light LumiNature is back for another season of sights, sounds, and surprises! See more than a million twinkling lights across 16 illuminated zones at the zoo's biggest and brightest holiday light show yet. Open from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. on weekends and […]
Philly Zoo Comes to Light LumiNature is back for another season of sights, sounds, and surprises! See more than a million twinkling lights across 16 illuminated zones at the zoo's biggest and brightest holiday light show yet. Open from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. on weekends and […]
Philly Zoo Comes to Light LumiNature is back for another season of sights, sounds, and surprises! See more than a million twinkling lights across 16 illuminated zones at the zoo's biggest and brightest holiday light show yet. Open from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. on weekends and […]
Philly Zoo Comes to Light LumiNature is back for another season of sights, sounds, and surprises! See more than a million twinkling lights across 16 illuminated zones at the zoo's biggest and brightest holiday light show yet. Open from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. on weekends and […]
Philly Zoo Comes to Light LumiNature is back for another season of sights, sounds, and surprises! See more than a million twinkling lights across 16 illuminated zones at the zoo's biggest and brightest holiday light show yet. Open from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. on weekends and […]
Philly Zoo Comes to Light LumiNature is back for another season of sights, sounds, and surprises! See more than a million twinkling lights across 16 illuminated zones at the zoo's biggest and brightest holiday light show yet. Open from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. on weekends and […]
Philly Zoo Comes to Light LumiNature is back for another season of sights, sounds, and surprises! See more than a million twinkling lights across 16 illuminated zones at the zoo's biggest and brightest holiday light show yet. Open from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. on weekends and […]
Philly Zoo Comes to Light LumiNature is back for another season of sights, sounds, and surprises! See more than a million twinkling lights across 16 illuminated zones at the zoo's biggest and brightest holiday light show yet. Open from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. on weekends and […]
Philly Zoo Comes to Light LumiNature is back for another season of sights, sounds, and surprises! See more than a million twinkling lights across 16 illuminated zones at the zoo's biggest and brightest holiday light show yet. Open from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. on weekends and […]
Philly Zoo Comes to Light LumiNature is back for another season of sights, sounds, and surprises! See more than a million twinkling lights across 16 illuminated zones at the zoo's biggest and brightest holiday light show yet. Open from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. on weekends and […]
Philly Zoo Comes to Light LumiNature is back for another season of sights, sounds, and surprises! See more than a million twinkling lights across 16 illuminated zones at the zoo's biggest and brightest holiday light show yet. Open from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. on weekends and […]
Philly Zoo Comes to Light LumiNature is back for another season of sights, sounds, and surprises! See more than a million twinkling lights across 16 illuminated zones at the zoo's biggest and brightest holiday light show yet. Open from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. on weekends and […]
Philly Zoo Comes to Light LumiNature is back for another season of sights, sounds, and surprises! See more than a million twinkling lights across 16 illuminated zones at the zoo's biggest and brightest holiday light show yet. Open from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. on weekends and […]
Philly Zoo Comes to Light LumiNature is back for another season of sights, sounds, and surprises! See more than a million twinkling lights across 16 illuminated zones at the zoo's biggest and brightest holiday light show yet. Open from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. on weekends and […]
Learn about your favorite species in the Philadelphia Zoo's NEW Wildlife Spotlight Series! Connect with animal experts, enjoy animal-themed activities for all ages, and experience exhibits from a new perspective. The Wildlife Spotlight Series is included with Zoo admission! Rhino Spotlight August 22-25 | Come […]
Philly Zoo Comes to Light LumiNature is back for another season of sights, sounds, and surprises! See more than a million twinkling lights across 16 illuminated zones at the zoo's biggest and brightest holiday light show yet. Open from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. on weekends and […]
Philly Zoo Comes to Light LumiNature is back for another season of sights, sounds, and surprises! See more than a million twinkling lights across 16 illuminated zones at the zoo's biggest and brightest holiday light show yet. Open from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. on weekends and […]
Learn about your favorite species in the Philadelphia Zoo's NEW Wildlife Spotlight Series! Connect with animal experts, enjoy animal-themed activities for all ages, and experience exhibits from a new perspective. The Wildlife Spotlight Series is included with Zoo admission! Rhino Spotlight August 22-25 | Come […]
Philly Zoo Comes to Light LumiNature is back for another season of sights, sounds, and surprises! See more than a million twinkling lights across 16 illuminated zones at the zoo's biggest and brightest holiday light show yet. Open from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. on weekends and […]
Learn about your favorite species in the Philadelphia Zoo's NEW Wildlife Spotlight Series! Connect with animal experts, enjoy animal-themed activities for all ages, and experience exhibits from a new perspective. The Wildlife Spotlight Series is included with Zoo admission! Rhino Spotlight August 22-25 | Come […]
