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Events

There's always excitement at Brookfield Zoo Chicago! See below for our list of upcoming events.

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Friday, September 6, 2024

FRONTERA FARM TO TABLE DINNER

Immerse yourself in a world of culinary excellence as renowned Chef Rick Bayless transforms Brookfield Zoo Chicago into a breathtaking dining experience.

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Sunday, September 8, 2024
8:30 a.m.

ZOO RUN

Join us for ZooRun - with courses entirely within the world renowned Brookfield Zoo Chicago! Each year more species lose their race for survival and disappear from the wild. But it is a race we can win, and YOU CAN HELP!

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Sunday, September 15, 2024

FIRST RESPONDERS DAY

Join Brookfield Zoo Chicago in celebrating and showing appreciation for firefighters, EMS workers, police officers, and other first responders.

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Saturday, September 21, 2024

Hispanic heritage fest

Join us at Brookfield Zoo Chicago this fall for a new, vibrant Hispanic Heritage Fest on Saturday, September 21!

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Saturday, September 28, 2024

OKTOBERFEST

Zoogoers can toss on their lederhosen and enjoy live polka music at the Beer Garden from 11 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. on Brookfield Zoo’s East Mall to celebrate Oktoberfest. The event is free with general admission.

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Saturday, September 28, 2024
9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

FALL RECYCLING DAY

If you've been storing items in your basement and garage, waiting for the perfect time and most Earth-friendly way to dispose of them, you can recycle them at Brookfield Zoo Chicago!

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Saturdays and Sundays
October 5 to 20, 2024

BOO! AT THE ZOO

Little ghosts and goblins of all ages are sure to have a howlin’ good time! Our not-so-scary and fun-filled event has something for the entire family to enjoy!

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Monday, October 7, 2024

Conservation leadership awards

The Conservation Leadership Awards is an exclusive dinner hosted by the Brookfield Zoo Chicago Trustees and Women's Board to recognize individuals and organizations for their collective impact on conservation efforts.

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Saturday, October 19, 2024

Zoo after dark: boos & brews

Have a ghoulishly fun time at Brookfield Zoo Chicago’s new 21-and-over after-hours BOOs & Brews!

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Sunday, November 10, 2024

TREE TRIM

Does your community group want to get into the holiday spirit? Join Brookfield Zoo Chicago in gearing up for our Holiday Magic celebration by participating in Tree Trim.

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Saturday, November 9, 2024
7-10 PM

WINES IN THE WILD

Wines in the Wild features the perfect blend of wildlife and - you guessed it - wine!

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Saturday, November 16, 2024

REINDEER RUN

Bring the whole family out for a night under the lights at the Reindeer Run! This two-mile fun run is perfect for everyone!

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Thursday, November 21, 2024

zoo after dark: holiday sip & stroll

Enjoy the beginning of the festive season at Brookfield Zoo Chicago’s new 21-and-over Sip & Stroll!

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December 7, 2024

HOLLY JOLLY GINGERBREAD PARTY

The Holly Jolly Gingerbread Party brings families together at Brookfield Zoo Chicago to decorate gingerbread houses, visit with Santa, take photos with a Zoo Animal Ambassador, and enjoy a delicious brunch!

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