Get “egg”-cited! Lincoln Park Zoo's Spring Egg-Stravaganza Presented by Kinder Joy® will have the whole family hopping.
Calendar & Events
Featured Event
Sound Meditation with Jay Taylor
Sunday, March 26
9–10 a.m.
Join sound meditation facilitator Jay Taylor for an immersive experience in sound inside Pepper Family Wildlife Center on Sunday, March 26 from 9–10 a.m.
Upcoming Events
Malott Family R.O.A.R Corps
April 13, 15, 22 & 29, May 6
Want to be a wildlife conservation champion? Are you passionate about protecting the planet? Lincoln Park Zoo invites you to join the Malott Family R.O.A.R. Corps, where you can learn to make a difference through Research, Observation, Action, and Restoration!
Run for the Zoo 2023
June 4
For more than four decades, runners of all levels and abilities have been raising money to support Lincoln Park Zoo with Run for the Zoo, now in its 45th year!
Events
March 26, 2023
Sunday, March 26
9–10 a.m.
Sound Meditation with Jay Taylor
Join sound meditation facilitator Jay Taylor for an immersive experience in sound inside Pepper Family Wildlife Center on Sunday, March 26 from 9–10 a.m.
March 30, 2023
January–March, Tuesdays & Thursdays
4–5 p.m.
ZooClub
ZooClub is a free opportunity for teens to engage with Lincoln Park Zoo remotely while building animal care, community-building, and conservation skills. ZooClub’s digital sessions connect students with zoo experts, allow them to practice new skills, and help them meet other conservation-minded teens.
April 8, 2023
Saturday, April 8
8 a.m.–12 p.m.
Spring Egg-Stravaganza Presented by Kinder Joy®
Get “egg”-cited! Lincoln Park Zoo's Spring Egg-Stravaganza Presented by Kinder Joy® will have the whole family hopping.
April 13, 2023
April 13, 15, 22 & 29, May 6
Times Vary
Malott Family R.O.A.R Corps
Want to be a wildlife conservation champion? Are you passionate about protecting the planet? Lincoln Park Zoo invites you to join the Malott Family R.O.A.R. Corps, where you can learn to make a difference through Research, Observation, Action, and Restoration!
April 15, 2023
April 13, 15, 22 & 29, May 6
Times Vary
Malott Family R.O.A.R Corps
Want to be a wildlife conservation champion? Are you passionate about protecting the planet? Lincoln Park Zoo invites you to join the Malott Family R.O.A.R. Corps, where you can learn to make a difference through Research, Observation, Action, and Restoration!
April 22, 2023
Saturday, April 22
9:15 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Earth Day
Join Lincoln Park Zoo for chats, animal enrichment, and special activities throughout the day.
April 22, 2023
April 13, 15, 22 & 29, May 6
Times Vary
Malott Family R.O.A.R Corps
Want to be a wildlife conservation champion? Are you passionate about protecting the planet? Lincoln Park Zoo invites you to join the Malott Family R.O.A.R. Corps, where you can learn to make a difference through Research, Observation, Action, and Restoration!
April 28, 2023
Friday, April 28
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Arbor Day
Join Lincoln Park Zoo for chats, animal enrichment, and special activities throughout the day.
April 29, 2023
April 13, 15, 22 & 29, May 6
Times Vary
Malott Family R.O.A.R Corps
Want to be a wildlife conservation champion? Are you passionate about protecting the planet? Lincoln Park Zoo invites you to join the Malott Family R.O.A.R. Corps, where you can learn to make a difference through Research, Observation, Action, and Restoration!
May 6, 2023
April 13, 15, 22 & 29, May 6
Times Vary
Malott Family R.O.A.R Corps
Want to be a wildlife conservation champion? Are you passionate about protecting the planet? Lincoln Park Zoo invites you to join the Malott Family R.O.A.R. Corps, where you can learn to make a difference through Research, Observation, Action, and Restoration!
May 13, 2023
Second Saturday Each Month: May–September
10–11 a.m.
Second Saturday Garden Tours
Join fellow nature lovers for a guided tour of Lincoln Park Zoo’s diverse plant life and ecosystems.
May 19, 2023
Friday, May 19
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Endangered Species Day
Join Lincoln Park Zoo for chats, animal enrichment, and special activities throughout the day.
June 2, 2023
Friday, June 2
7–10 p.m.
Zoo-ologie 2023
Hosted by the Auxiliary Board of Lincoln Park Zoo, Zoo-ologie is back and celebrating its 11th anniversary! Tickets to this upscale cocktail event include an open bar, bites from Chicago’s best restaurants, dancing, and a silent auction—all within the beautiful, historic walls of Café Brauer.
June 4, 2023
June 4
6 a.m.–12 p.m.
Run for the Zoo 2023
For more than four decades, runners of all levels and abilities have been raising money to support Lincoln Park Zoo with Run for the Zoo, now in its 45th year!
June 10, 2023
Second Saturday Each Month: May–September
10–11 a.m.
Second Saturday Garden Tours
Join fellow nature lovers for a guided tour of Lincoln Park Zoo’s diverse plant life and ecosystems.
June 10, 2023
Saturdays, June 10, July 8 & 22, & 29, August 12 & 26
6 p.m.-8:30 a.m.
Campout at the Zoo
Interested in seeing Lincoln Park Zoo's amazing animals after hours? Join us for Saturday evening only or the overnight campout!
June 17, 2023
June 17
7-10 p.m.
Craft Brews at Lincoln Park Zoo
Savor a selection of more than 100 craft beers and ciders at the eighth annual Craft Brews beer festival, hosted by Lincoln Park Zoo and Lou Dog Events!
June 21, 2023
Wednesday, June 21
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
World Giraffe Day
Join Lincoln Park Zoo for chats, animal enrichment, and special activities throughout the day.
June 23, 2023
Tuesday, June 23
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Pollinator Week Celebration
Join Lincoln Park Zoo for chats, animal enrichment, and special activities throughout the day.
July 8, 2023
Saturdays, June 10, July 8 & 22, & 29, August 12 & 26
6 p.m.-8:30 a.m.
Campout at the Zoo
Interested in seeing Lincoln Park Zoo's amazing animals after hours? Join us for Saturday evening only or the overnight campout!
July 14, 2023
July 14, 2023
6:30 p.m.
Zoo Ball: Reaching New Heights
Funds raised from Zoo Ball: Reaching New Heights will be directed toward the present greatest needs for Lincoln Park Zoo, which includes support for animal care, the community, and conservation initiatives.
July 14, 2023
Friday, July 14
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
World Chimpanzee Day
Join Lincoln Park Zoo for chats, animal enrichment, and special activities throughout the day.
July 15, 2023
Saturday, July 15
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Arctic Sea Ice Day
Join Lincoln Park Zoo for chats, animal enrichment, and special activities throughout the day.
July 29, 2023
Saturdays, June 10, July 8 & 22, & 29, August 12 & 26
6 p.m.-8:30 a.m.
Campout at the Zoo
Interested in seeing Lincoln Park Zoo's amazing animals after hours? Join us for Saturday evening only or the overnight campout!
August 10, 2023
Thursday, August 10
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
World Lion Day
Join Lincoln Park Zoo for chats, animal enrichment, and special activities throughout the day.
August 12, 2023
Second Saturday Each Month: May–September
10–11 a.m.
Second Saturday Garden Tours
Join fellow nature lovers for a guided tour of Lincoln Park Zoo’s diverse plant life and ecosystems.
August 12, 2023
Saturdays, June 10, July 8 & 22, & 29, August 12 & 26
6 p.m.-8:30 a.m.
Campout at the Zoo
Interested in seeing Lincoln Park Zoo's amazing animals after hours? Join us for Saturday evening only or the overnight campout!
August 26, 2023
Saturdays, June 10, July 8 & 22, & 29, August 12 & 26
6 p.m.-8:30 a.m.
Campout at the Zoo
Interested in seeing Lincoln Park Zoo's amazing animals after hours? Join us for Saturday evening only or the overnight campout!
August 26, 2023
Saturday, August 26
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
World African Painted Dog Day
Join Lincoln Park Zoo for chats, animal enrichment, and special activities throughout the day.
September 9, 2023
Second Saturday Each Month: May–September
10–11 a.m.
Second Saturday Garden Tours
Join fellow nature lovers for a guided tour of Lincoln Park Zoo’s diverse plant life and ecosystems.
September 22, 2023
Friday, September 22
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
World Rhino Day
Join Lincoln Park Zoo for chats, animal enrichment, and special activities throughout the day.
September 24, 2023
Sunday, September 24
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
World Gorilla Day
Join Lincoln Park Zoo for chats, animal enrichment, and special activities throughout the day.
