Adults Night Out: Holidaze

Adults Night Out: Holidaze

Thursday, December 11

6:30–10 p.m.

$20*

21+

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Don we now our ugly sweaters for the holly-est, jolly-est night of the year at Lincoln Park Zoo! Adults Night Out: Holidaze is an exclusive after-hours holiday party for the 21+ crowd. Be merry and bright without kids and strollers around as you bask in the glow of over 3 million lights. Enjoy festive music, warm food and drinks, games, holiday characters, and a variety of photo ops.

During Your Adults Night Out Experience, You’ll Enjoy:

  • Exclusive access to the zoo during ZooLights Presented by ComEd and Invesco QQQ, illuminated by over 3 million lights
  • Free rides on the Ferris wheel and Endangered Species Carousel
  • Free caricature portraits
  • Photo ops with holiday character actors
  • Animal chats from zoo experts
  • DJ spinning your favorite holiday hits all night
  • Festive food and warm drinks for purchase at seasonal pop-ups

*Sound like a good time? Dash through the snow and get tickets before prices increase!

Did You Know?

Your ticket purchase helps keep Chicago’s zoo free to all, 365 days a year!

Buying tickets to events like Adults Night Out: Holidaze is a way to support animal care at Lincoln Park Zoo. Event revenue helps cover the costs of specially formulated diets, expert veterinary care, and customized enrichment to keep all 650+ animals at the zoo active and healthy.

Frequently Asked Questions

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I am a member. How can I apply my membership benefits?

Members receive 20% off tickets.

When members log into tickets.lpzoo.org with membership credentials, the discount will automatically be applied.

Not a member? Simply add a membership to your cart at checkout and the 20% discount will also automatically be applied. Choose the level of membership that best suits you and your household. Join for $69, $95, $189 or $365 per year. You’ll receive discounts on parking, merchandise, food, events, and much more! For more information, visit lpzoo.org/join.

What are the age restrictions for this event?

No one under age 21 will be permitted into the event. All guests must have a ticket.

When will ticket prices increase for this event?

Early Bird tickets will end on July 1. General Admission ticket pricing will run through November 27, and Last Call tickets will end the day before the event. If tickets are still available on the day of the event, tickets will be sold at the entry gates.

Is this event accessible?

Yes! To learn about accessibility at Lincoln Park Zoo, please visit lpzoo.org/accessibility. To view the accessibility map of Lincoln Park Zoo, click here.

For guests who identify as disabled, Deaf, or chronically ill, please email access@lpzoo.org for information on accommodations or to ask questions about the event experience.

What parts of the zoo will be open, and will I see animals?

This event will take place throughout Lincoln Park Zoo’s buildings and grounds.

Animals that live at Lincoln Park Zoo always have the choice to be indoors or out, in view of the public or not. This is a zoo policy that promotes positive animal welfare. We hope many animals will choose to be outside, but they may choose to spend their evening indoors.

Make sure to stop by animal habitats when they’re receiving enrichment (the schedule will be in your online program) for the highest likelihood of great animal viewing!

Can I purchase tickets at the gate?

Maybe. If tickets remain available, a limited number of tickets will be for sale at the entrance gates for a higher price. We highly recommend purchasing tickets in advance, though, as this event always sells out quickly!

Can I transfer my tickets or get a refund? What happens if there is inclement weather?

All Lincoln Park Zoo event tickets are nonrefundable and cannot be transferred to a different event. If you are not able to make it to the event, feel free to give your ticket to a friend or family member over the age of 21. All events will be held rain or shine. In the case of inclement weather, we will move what we can indoors or under cover. Please check the weather and dress accordingly!

How do I enter the event and can I re-enter once checked in?

Enter the zoo at the East Gate on Cannon Drive and Fullerton Parkway (the zoo’s parking lot) or the West Gate at Stockton Drive and Webster Drive. Tickets can be scanned on your smartphone or on a printed sheet of paper. Re-entry is not permitted.

What items are prohibited at this event?

Please make note of the items below that are restricted for this event:

  • NO OUTSIDE FOOD OR BEVERAGES
  • No folding chairs
  • No luggage of any kind
  • No animals (with the exception of service animals)
  • No coolers (unless medically required)
  • No illegal substances
  • No noisemakers or balloons
  • No Segways or motorized scooters
  • No thermal containers
  • No weapons
  • No remote-controlled aircrafts or drones
  • No items deemed dangerous or inappropriate

Alcohol purchased outside the zoo is prohibited, and we ask that you refrain from smoking tobacco and cannabis inside the gates for the health and safety of animals and visitors. Lincoln Park Zoo’s Code of Conduct can be found here.

No firearms or weapons of any kind are allowed, except for on-duty police or security personnel. For the safety of guests, staff, volunteers, and animals, all purses, bags, and other items carrying personal belongings are subject to inspection upon entry.

Sponsorship

Interested in sponsorship opportunities? Email corporatealliances@lpzoo.org.

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