Drive-In Zoovies: E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial
From publicly posted calendar Checked Jul 8, 2026
About this event
One of 39 upcoming events at Elmwood Park Zoo, and 919 across Philadelphia.
“E.T. phone home.” We’re hosting a series of special drive-in movie screenings in the Zoo’s parking lot! Our September Drive-In Zoovie is E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial. See below for tickets and details. PURCHASE TICKETS Zoovies | E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982) | 1hr 55m | Rated PG September 18 | 7:00 PM – Parking Lot Opens | 8:00 PM – Film Begins Tickets and Info* Adult Guest | $15 per adult Child Guest | $12 per child * Guests must indicate how many cars they are bringing when purchasing tickets. Tickets are required for each guest (adult and child) attending. The parking lot will be open at 7 PM, and the film will begin at 8 PM. Our drive-in screenings are held in the former softball field section of the Zoo’s parking lot. Concessions will be available for purchase during the film. In the event of inclement weather, all ticket holders will be notified if a screening is canceled or rescheduled 2 weeks prior to the event. The radio station frequency broadcasting the film’s audio to cars will be provided to ticket holders in advance of the event. PURCHASE TICKETS About the Film A magic board game summons jungle perils and a missing boy. Watch the trailer.