Norristown, PA -- (SBWIRE) -- 09/14/2016 -- The ultimate craft beer festival makes its way to Philadelphia by way of Elmwood Park Zoo on Saturday, September 24 beginning at 11 AM. Those looking for things to do near Philadelphia can go to Tapped Philadelphia, hosted by Tapped Fest, which brings over 100 craft beers, wines and ciders to the zoo for guests to sample as they roam the zoo's 16 acres.
A different take on the zoo's previously held Oktoberfest, Tapped Philadelphia gives guests a chance to explore Philadelphia's powerful craft beer culture with selections for local breweries such as Troegs, Victory, Evil Genius, and Prism. In addition, the local brews on tap, national and international breweries will be in attendance, giving guests a chance to travel around the world through their selections.
In addition to sampling the vast selection of beer and wine, guests can play lawn games such as giant Jenga, corn hole, beer pong and more. The zoo's Treetop Café, Petrucci's Ice Cream Parlor and Sarape's On-The-Go will be open for guests' indulgence.
Guests will also have opportunities to hand-feed the zoo's giraffes and bison. Tickets to each of the feedings will be available for purchase at the event or from the zoo's website at epzevents.com.
The festival is broken up into two sessions: 12 PM to 3 PM and 5 PM to 9 PM. Guests can purchase Early Access Tickets to either session for an extra hour of fest fun, beginning at 11 AM and 4 PM respectively.
General Admission tickets to Tapped are available for $39 and Early Access tickets are available for $59. They can be purchased online at www.tappedfest.com/philly. Guests will receive a complimentary tasting glass with each ticket purchased.
Adults who are looking for fun things to do in Montgomery County, PA, as well as other local areas, are encouraged to go to Tapped Fest, which brings their wide selection of beers, wines and ciders to cities all over the country, most recently to the Barclay's Center in Brooklyn, NY.
Tapped is a 21-and-over event only.
About Elmwood Park Zoo
Located in Norristown, PA, the Elmwood Park Zoo is one of the oldest zoos in Pennsylvania and is a premiere destination for families and wildlife enthusiasts. The zoo features over 100 animals from all over the globe. Elmwood Park Zoo offers guests both unique wildlife encounters as well as one-of-a-kind entertainment opportunities. The zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums and is owned and operated by the Norristown Zoological Society, a non-profit organization.
For more information about upcoming Zoo events, visit http://www.elmwoodparkzoo.org/.