Lincoln Park Zoo

TEMPORARY CLOSURE: The zoo is closed until further notice following city and state recommendations to help slow the spread of coronavirus. Read More

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If you've enjoyed strolling through the zoo on a sunny day...if you've watched your child's eyes light up when a polar bear lumbers into view...if you've basked in the glow of ZooLights...

we ask you to support us today, and help sustain Chicago's free zoo during this difficult time.

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Contribute to care for your favorite species

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Purchase goodies for the zoo’s animals

Plan Your Visit

New Arrivals

Meet our latest arrivals, from a Bactrian camel calf to three baby snow monkeys.

Exhibits

More than a dozen state-of-the-art habitats get guests nose to nose with nature.

Animals

Nearly 200 species serve as ambassadors for wildlife from around the world.

Daily Activities

Make the most of the your visit with sing-along sessions and animal encounters.

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Drive-Thru Easter Egg-Stravaganza

Saturday, April 11
Get egg-cited for Lincoln Park Zoo’s new and egg-stra special version of Easter Egg-Stravaganza: Drive Thru Easter Egg-Stravaganza! Hop on by this brand-new experience, created to keep you and your family safe and healthy while still having a sp’egg’tacular time!

Food Truck Social

Saturday, May 30
Where can you enjoy grilled cheese, doughnuts, pierogis, tacos, and more—all in one place? At Food Truck Social at Lincoln Park Zoo, of course!

Run for the Zoo

Sunday, June 7
Run for the Zoo is an annual highlight on the Chicago running calendar. The 42nd annual Run for the Zoo benefits Lincoln Park Zoo and helps to keep it free and open 365 days a year.

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