Savor a selection of craft beers at this sixth annual beer tasting hosted by Lincoln Park Zoo and Lou Dog Events!
Calendar & Events
Featured Event
Fall at the Zoo
Thursday, October 1–Sunday, November 1
10 a.m.–5 p.m. ‘Gourd’-ge yourself on free harvest fun at Lincoln Park Zoo! This year, in order to prioritize safety as you celebrate the joys, smells, and colors of autumn, we’ve reimagined our seasonal offerings.
Upcoming Events
Breakfast with the Animals: Great Apes
Sunday, September 20
Learn about western lowland gorillas during this one-of-a-kind breakfast at the zoo's Foreman Pavilion or virtually from the comfort of your own home.
Adults Night Out: The Great Pumpkin Glow
Thursday, October 29
Enjoy seasonal activities—such as a corn maze, a pumpkin walk, a haunted trail, themed food, and seasonal cocktails—at this unique after-hours experience.
Events
September 19 2020
Saturdays: September 19–October 31 6–9 p.m.Zoo Nights
Enjoy fall décor, food and beverage by Levy Restaurants, and a family-friendly outdoor experience on crisp, clear, Chicago autumn nights.
September 19 2020
September 18 & 19 At Your DiscretionVirtual Craft Brews at the Zoo
Savor a selection of craft beers at this sixth annual beer tasting 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 during this one-of-a-kind breakfast at the zoo's Foreman Pavilion or virtually from the comfort of your own home.
September 26 2020
Saturdays: September 19–October 31 6–9 p.m.Zoo Nights
Enjoy fall décor, food and beverage by Levy Restaurants, and a family-friendly outdoor experience on crisp, clear, Chicago autumn nights.
October 03 2020
Saturdays: September 19–October 31 6–9 p.m.Zoo Nights
Enjoy fall décor, food and beverage by Levy Restaurants, and a family-friendly outdoor experience on crisp, clear, Chicago autumn nights.
October 06 2020
Select Dates: October 6–31 7 p.m.Virtual Haunted History Tours
Join Adam Selzer—author, podcaster, and host of Mysterious Chicago Tours—for spine-tingling virtual walkabouts that dig into the zoo’s cemetery roots and locations from throughout its allegedly haunted history.
October 07 2020
Select Dates: October 6–31 7 p.m.Virtual Haunted History Tours
Join Adam Selzer—author, podcaster, and host of Mysterious Chicago Tours—for spine-tingling virtual walkabouts that dig into the zoo’s cemetery roots and locations from throughout its allegedly haunted history.
October 10 2020
Saturdays: September 19–October 31 6–9 p.m.Zoo Nights
Enjoy fall décor, food and beverage by Levy Restaurants, and a family-friendly outdoor experience on crisp, clear, Chicago autumn nights.
October 10 2020
Select Dates: October 6–31 7 p.m.Virtual Haunted History Tours
Join Adam Selzer—author, podcaster, and host of Mysterious Chicago Tours—for spine-tingling virtual walkabouts that dig into the zoo’s cemetery roots and locations from throughout its allegedly haunted history.
October 13 2020
Select Dates: October 6–31 7 p.m.Virtual Haunted History Tours
Join Adam Selzer—author, podcaster, and host of Mysterious Chicago Tours—for spine-tingling virtual walkabouts that dig into the zoo’s cemetery roots and locations from throughout its allegedly haunted history.
October 14 2020
Select Dates: October 6–31 7 p.m.Virtual Haunted History Tours
Join Adam Selzer—author, podcaster, and host of Mysterious Chicago Tours—for spine-tingling virtual walkabouts that dig into the zoo’s cemetery roots and locations from throughout its allegedly haunted history.
October 17 2020
Saturdays: September 19–October 31 6–9 p.m.Zoo Nights
Enjoy fall décor, food and beverage by Levy Restaurants, and a family-friendly outdoor experience on crisp, clear, Chicago autumn nights.
October 17 2020
Select Dates: October 6–31 7 p.m.Virtual Haunted History Tours
Join Adam Selzer—author, podcaster, and host of Mysterious Chicago Tours—for spine-tingling virtual walkabouts that dig into the zoo’s cemetery roots and locations from throughout its allegedly haunted history.
October 20 2020
Select Dates: October 6–31 7 p.m.Virtual Haunted History Tours
Join Adam Selzer—author, podcaster, and host of Mysterious Chicago Tours—for spine-tingling virtual walkabouts that dig into the zoo’s cemetery roots and locations from throughout its allegedly haunted history.
October 21 2020
Select Dates: October 6–31 7 p.m.Virtual Haunted History Tours
Join Adam Selzer—author, podcaster, and host of Mysterious Chicago Tours—for spine-tingling virtual walkabouts that dig into the zoo’s cemetery roots and locations from throughout its allegedly haunted history.
October 24 2020
Saturdays: September 19–October 31 6–9 p.m.Zoo Nights
Enjoy fall décor, food and beverage by Levy Restaurants, and a family-friendly outdoor experience on crisp, clear, Chicago autumn nights.
October 24 2020
Select Dates: October 6–31 7 p.m.Virtual Haunted History Tours
Join Adam Selzer—author, podcaster, and host of Mysterious Chicago Tours—for spine-tingling virtual walkabouts that dig into the zoo’s cemetery roots and locations from throughout its allegedly haunted history.
October 27 2020
Select Dates: October 6–31 7 p.m.Virtual Haunted History Tours
Join Adam Selzer—author, podcaster, and host of Mysterious Chicago Tours—for spine-tingling virtual walkabouts that dig into the zoo’s cemetery roots and locations from throughout its allegedly haunted history.
October 28 2020
Select Dates: October 6–31 7 p.m.Virtual Haunted History Tours
Join Adam Selzer—author, podcaster, and host of Mysterious Chicago Tours—for spine-tingling virtual walkabouts that dig into the zoo’s cemetery roots and locations from throughout its allegedly haunted history.
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 experience.
October 31 2020
Select Dates: October 6–31 7 p.m.Virtual Haunted History Tours
Join Adam Selzer—author, podcaster, and host of Mysterious Chicago Tours—for spine-tingling virtual walkabouts that dig into the zoo’s cemetery roots and locations from throughout its allegedly haunted history.
October 31 2020
Saturdays: September 19–October 31 6–9 p.m.Zoo Nights
Enjoy fall décor, food and beverage by Levy Restaurants, and a family-friendly outdoor experience on crisp, clear, Chicago autumn nights.
November 21 2020
Select Dates: November 21–January 3 4–10 p.m.ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ
The most wonderful time of the year deserves the most wonderful occasion of the year, so celebrate the holidays with us at ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ! Tickets cost $5, with five free nights.
November 22 2020
Select Dates: November 21–January 3 4–10 p.m.ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ
The most wonderful time of the year deserves the most wonderful occasion of the year, so celebrate the holidays with us at ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ! Tickets cost $5, with five free nights.
November 23 2020
Select Dates: November 21–January 3 4–10 p.m.ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ
The most wonderful time of the year deserves the most wonderful occasion of the year, so celebrate the holidays with us at ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ! Tickets cost $5, with five free nights.
November 24 2020
Select Dates: November 21–January 3 4–10 p.m.ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ
The most wonderful time of the year deserves the most wonderful occasion of the year, so celebrate the holidays with us at ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ! Tickets cost $5, with five free nights.
November 25 2020
Select Dates: November 21–January 3 4–10 p.m.ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ
The most wonderful time of the year deserves the most wonderful occasion of the year, so celebrate the holidays with us at ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ! Tickets cost $5, with five free nights.
November 27 2020
Select Dates: November 21–January 3 4–10 p.m.ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ
The most wonderful time of the year deserves the most wonderful occasion of the year, so celebrate the holidays with us at ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ! Tickets cost $5, with five free nights.
November 28 2020
Select Dates: November 21–January 3 4–10 p.m.ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ
The most wonderful time of the year deserves the most wonderful occasion of the year, so celebrate the holidays with us at ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ! Tickets cost $5, with five free nights.
November 29 2020
Select Dates: November 21–January 3 4–10 p.m.ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ
The most wonderful time of the year deserves the most wonderful occasion of the year, so celebrate the holidays with us at ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ! Tickets cost $5, with five free nights.
November 30 2020
Select Dates: November 21–January 3 4–10 p.m.ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ
The most wonderful time of the year deserves the most wonderful occasion of the year, so celebrate the holidays with us at ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ! Tickets cost $5, with five free nights.
December 02 2020
Select Dates: November 21–January 3 4–10 p.m.ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ
The most wonderful time of the year deserves the most wonderful occasion of the year, so celebrate the holidays with us at ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ! Tickets cost $5, with five free nights.
December 03 2020
Select Dates: November 21–January 3 4–10 p.m.ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ
The most wonderful time of the year deserves the most wonderful occasion of the year, so celebrate the holidays with us at ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ! Tickets cost $5, with five free nights.
December 04 2020
Select Dates: November 21–January 3 4–10 p.m.ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ
The most wonderful time of the year deserves the most wonderful occasion of the year, so celebrate the holidays with us at ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ! Tickets cost $5, with five free nights.
December 05 2020
Select Dates: November 21–January 3 4–10 p.m.ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ
The most wonderful time of the year deserves the most wonderful occasion of the year, so celebrate the holidays with us at ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ! Tickets cost $5, with five free nights.
December 06 2020
Select Dates: November 21–January 3 4–10 p.m.ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ
The most wonderful time of the year deserves the most wonderful occasion of the year, so celebrate the holidays with us at ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ! Tickets cost $5, with five free nights.
December 07 2020
Select Dates: November 21–January 3 4–10 p.m.ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ
The most wonderful time of the year deserves the most wonderful occasion of the year, so celebrate the holidays with us at ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ! Tickets cost $5, with five free nights.
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 08 2020
Select Dates: November 21–January 3 4–10 p.m.ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ
The most wonderful time of the year deserves the most wonderful occasion of the year, so celebrate the holidays with us at ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ! Tickets cost $5, with five free nights.
December 09 2020
Select Dates: November 21–January 3 4–10 p.m.ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ
The most wonderful time of the year deserves the most wonderful occasion of the year, so celebrate the holidays with us at ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ! Tickets cost $5, with five free nights.
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 experience.
December 11 2020
Select Dates: November 21–January 3 4–10 p.m.ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ
The most wonderful time of the year deserves the most wonderful occasion of the year, so celebrate the holidays with us at ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ! Tickets cost $5, with five free nights.
December 12 2020
Select Dates: November 21–January 3 4–10 p.m.ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ
The most wonderful time of the year deserves the most wonderful occasion of the year, so celebrate the holidays with us at ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ! Tickets cost $5, with five free nights.
December 13 2020
Select Dates: November 21–January 3 4–10 p.m.ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ
The most wonderful time of the year deserves the most wonderful occasion of the year, so celebrate the holidays with us at ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ! Tickets cost $5, with five free nights.
December 14 2020
Select Dates: November 21–January 3 4–10 p.m.ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ
The most wonderful time of the year deserves the most wonderful occasion of the year, so celebrate the holidays with us at ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ! Tickets cost $5, with five free nights.
December 15 2020
Select Dates: November 21–January 3 4–10 p.m.ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ
The most wonderful time of the year deserves the most wonderful occasion of the year, so celebrate the holidays with us at ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ! Tickets cost $5, with five free nights.
December 16 2020
Select Dates: November 21–January 3 4–10 p.m.ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ
The most wonderful time of the year deserves the most wonderful occasion of the year, so celebrate the holidays with us at ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ! Tickets cost $5, with five free nights.
December 17 2020
Select Dates: November 21–January 3 4–10 p.m.ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ
The most wonderful time of the year deserves the most wonderful occasion of the year, so celebrate the holidays with us at ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ! Tickets cost $5, with five free nights.
December 18 2020
Select Dates: November 21–January 3 4–10 p.m.ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ
The most wonderful time of the year deserves the most wonderful occasion of the year, so celebrate the holidays with us at ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ! Tickets cost $5, with five free nights.
December 19 2020
Select Dates: November 21–January 3 4–10 p.m.ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ
The most wonderful time of the year deserves the most wonderful occasion of the year, so celebrate the holidays with us at ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ! Tickets cost $5, with five free nights.
December 20 2020
Select Dates: November 21–January 3 4–10 p.m.ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ
The most wonderful time of the year deserves the most wonderful occasion of the year, so celebrate the holidays with us at ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ! Tickets cost $5, with five free nights.
December 21 2020
Select Dates: November 21–January 3 4–10 p.m.ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ
The most wonderful time of the year deserves the most wonderful occasion of the year, so celebrate the holidays with us at ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ! Tickets cost $5, with five free nights.
December 22 2020
Select Dates: November 21–January 3 4–10 p.m.ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ
The most wonderful time of the year deserves the most wonderful occasion of the year, so celebrate the holidays with us at ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ! Tickets cost $5, with five free nights.
December 23 2020
Select Dates: November 21–January 3 4–10 p.m.ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ
The most wonderful time of the year deserves the most wonderful occasion of the year, so celebrate the holidays with us at ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ! Tickets cost $5, with five free nights.
December 26 2020
Select Dates: November 21–January 3 4–10 p.m.ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ
The most wonderful time of the year deserves the most wonderful occasion of the year, so celebrate the holidays with us at ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ! Tickets cost $5, with five free nights.
December 27 2020
Select Dates: November 21–January 3 4–10 p.m.ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ
The most wonderful time of the year deserves the most wonderful occasion of the year, so celebrate the holidays with us at ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ! Tickets cost $5, with five free nights.
December 28 2020
Select Dates: November 21–January 3 4–10 p.m.ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ
The most wonderful time of the year deserves the most wonderful occasion of the year, so celebrate the holidays with us at ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ! Tickets cost $5, with five free nights.
December 29 2020
Select Dates: November 21–January 3 4–10 p.m.ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ
The most wonderful time of the year deserves the most wonderful occasion of the year, so celebrate the holidays with us at ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ! Tickets cost $5, with five free nights.
December 30 2020
Select Dates: November 21–January 3 4–10 p.m.ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ
The most wonderful time of the year deserves the most wonderful occasion of the year, so celebrate the holidays with us at ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ! Tickets cost $5, with five free nights.
December 31 2020
Select Dates: November 21–January 3 4–10 p.m.ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ
The most wonderful time of the year deserves the most wonderful occasion of the year, so celebrate the holidays with us at ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ! Tickets cost $5, with five free nights.
January 01 2021
Select Dates: November 21–January 3 4–10 p.m.ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ
The most wonderful time of the year deserves the most wonderful occasion of the year, so celebrate the holidays with us at ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ! Tickets cost $5, with five free nights.
January 02 2021
Select Dates: November 21–January 3 4–10 p.m.ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ
The most wonderful time of the year deserves the most wonderful occasion of the year, so celebrate the holidays with us at ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ! Tickets cost $5, with five free nights.
January 03 2021
Select Dates: November 21–January 3 4–10 p.m.ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ
The most wonderful time of the year deserves the most wonderful occasion of the year, so celebrate the holidays with us at ZooLights Presented By ComEd and Invesco QQQ! Tickets cost $5, with five free nights.
