Early Bird Member Mornings

Early Bird Member Mornings

Second Saturday from March–October

8–10 a.m.

Members-only

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Join us for Early Bird Member Mornings, a series of members-only hours at the zoo! These will take place from 8 to 10 a.m. on the second Saturday of the month from March through October. Ticket reservations will open 60 days before each session. Please note there is no June date due to Super Zoo Picnic on June 20.

More Information

For animal care and welfare purposes, most buildings will remain closed until 10 a.m. to respect the routines of animals and keepers. Each Early Bird Morning, a select animal building will be open for members to enjoy. Check out this page to see what building will be open.

Please reserve your free ticket here before each event and bring your member card. Tickets will be scanned at East and West gates for entry.

Searle Visitor Center will open at 10 a.m. per standard operations. The Member Center will be open during the event.

Please note that standard member parking rates apply. Special perks and discounts are only available between 8 and 10 a.m. during the members-only hours.

Special Benefits:

  • Exclusive members-only access to zoo grounds from 8–10 a.m.
  • Free rides on the Endangered Species Carousel and Lionel Train Adventure
  • Free coffee, tea, and hot chocolate in the Member Center
  • 20% discount on Gift Shop purchases

Not a Member?

Join now! Become a Lincoln Park Zoo member and receive exclusive benefits, like invitations to exclusive members-only events, free or discounted parking, and discounts on programs and public events.

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Questions?

Please email members@lpzoo.org or call the membership hotline at 312-742-2322. We’re happy to help!

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