There's always excitement at Brookfield Zoo Chicago! See below for our list of upcoming events.
Returning in November 2025 is Chicagoland’s holiday tradition for over 40 years with over two million twinkling LED lights! It’s the most fun you’ll have this holiday season.
This spring, experience Glow Wild: A Lantern Festival of Hope—a breathtaking nighttime journey of light, art, and conservation.
This spring, enjoy Brunch With the Bunny! In addition to a delicious brunch buffet, the event features visits with the Bunny, an interactive DJ with games, crafts, and more.
Brookfield Zoo Chicago celebrates its annual black-tie gala, the Whirl, on Saturday, April 25, 2026.
Celebrate Mom at Brookfield Zoo Chicago's Mother's Day Brunch! Join us at the Discovery Center.