Special Member Activities

Bonus Extras for the Zoo’s Strongest Supporters

Make the most of your visit, and experience the zoo as only members can. Show off your membership card to take part in these exclusive member appreciation activities!

members-only morning

May 11

Stop by and check out animals in and around the zoo’s Main Mall, including the Pritzker Family Children’s Zoo, Regenstein Macaque Forest, Kovler Seal Pool, and Kovler Lion House. No advance registration is required—just bring your membership card. Remember, too, that Donor Club members (Curators’ Circle, Explorers’ Circle, Ecologists’ Circle, Council Associate, and above) are invited to join us inside Kovler Lion House for a continental breakfast during Members-Only Morning. 

Download the Members-Only Morning Activity Program and Map

superzoopicnic 2019

Friday, June 21 5-8:30 p.m.

SuperZooPicnic is our exclusive, after-hours celebration just for Lincoln Park Zoo members. Members and their guests get the entire zoo to themselves for an evening of family fun!

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LINCOLN PARK ZOO'S NEW MEMBER CENTER IS OPEN!

Just across the garden from Searle Visitor Center, the Member Center is a dedicated space for our most dedicated supporters. Members can enjoy a seating area, private restrooms, and even planned and pop-up chats with keepers. Member services include:

• Join the zoo, renew membership, or purchase a gift membership
• ADOPT an Animal
• Purchase a gift for an animal from the zoo’s Wish List
• Make a donation in any amount

Special Discounts on Food and Shopping

Every day, all day, Lincoln Park Zoo members receive special discounts on zoo purchases:

• 10 percent discount at zoo shops, Park Place Café and the Patio at Café Brauer
• 15 percent discount on education programs for children and adults (this discount does not apply to Pride members) 
• 50 percent discount on stroller rentals

Not a member? Join today to start a year of wild memories!