Learn about a specific animal group—from their habits and diets to their general personality traits—from one of our animal curators.
Calendar & Events
Featured Event
Craft Brews at the Zoo
September 18 & 19
6:30–10:30 p.m. Savor a selection of craft beers at this sixth annual beer festival hosted by Lincoln Park Zoo and Lou Dog Events!
Upcoming Events
Breakfast with the Animals: Big & Small, Our Vets Care for All
Sunday, August 9
Join Lincoln Park Zoo's veterinary team as they share the challenges and successes of caring for the largest and smallest creatures across the zoo!
Night at the Zoo
Saturday, September 12
Experience the zoo's diverse animals and beautiful gardens, with beer or wine in hand, during this adults-only event.
Events
August 08 2020
August 8 & 22 10 a.m.Virtual Meet-and-Greet with a Lincoln Park Zoo Animal
Learn about a specific animal group—from their habits and diets to their general personality traits—from one of our animal curators.
August 09 2020
Sunday, August 9 10 a.m.–noonBreakfast with the Animals: Big & Small, Our Vets Care for All
Join Lincoln Park Zoo's veterinary team as they share the challenges and successes of caring for the largest and smallest creatures across the zoo!
August 19 2020
Wednesday, August 19 7 p.m.Virtual Speed Dating with Lincoln Park Zoo
Find the person you’re meant to find while learning interesting mating facts from across the animal kingdom.
August 22 2020
August 1 & 2 or 22 & 23 Saturday: 6:30–9 p.m. & Sunday: 8–8:30 a.m.Virtual Campout at the Zoo
Camp from the comfort of your own home, whether pitching a tent in your backyard or building a fort in your living room.
August 22 2020
August 8 & 22 10 a.m.Virtual Meet-and-Greet with a Lincoln Park Zoo Animal
Learn about a specific animal group—from their habits and diets to their general personality traits—from one of our animal curators.
September 12 2020
Saturday, September 12 6:30–11 p.m.Night at the Zoo
Experience the zoo's diverse animals and beautiful gardens, with beer or wine in hand, during this adults-only event.
September 18 2020
September 18 & 19 6:30–10:30 p.m.Craft Brews at the Zoo
Savor a selection of craft beers at this sixth annual beer festival hosted by Lincoln Park Zoo and Lou Dog Events!
September 19 2020
September 18 & 19 6:30–10:30 p.m.Craft Brews at the Zoo
Savor a selection of craft beers at this sixth annual beer festival hosted by Lincoln Park Zoo and Lou Dog Events!
September 20 2020
Sunday, September 20 10 a.m.–noonBreakfast with the Animals: Great Apes
Learn about western lowland gorillas with exclusive access to Regenstein Center for African Apes during this one-of-a-kind breakfast.
October 29 2020
Thursday, October 29 6:30–10 p.m.Adults Night Out: The Great Pumpkin Glow
Enjoy seasonal activities—such as a corn maze, a pumpkin walk, a haunted trail, themed food, and seasonal cocktails—at this unique after-hours event.
December 08 2020
Tuesday, December 8 6:30–9:30 p.m.Holiday Market
It’s the most wonderful time of the year at the zoo! Explore the only holiday market in the city set against the backdrop of 2.5 million holiday lights!
December 10 2020
Thursday, December 10 6:30–10 p.m.Adults Night Out: Holidaze
Enjoy millions of LED lights, seasonal drinks, an enchanted forest, music, and bars throughout the zoo at this unique after-hours event.
