Sip, savor, and explore at Wines & Vines, Brookfield Zoo Chicago’s exclusive 21+ event featuring our brand new, breathtaking Bramsen Tropical Forests habitat! Animals in this spectacular new habitat will be viewable for the beginning portion of the evening; enjoy a selection of wines, N/A wines, cocktails, and mocktails as you explore the lush beauty and vibrant atmosphere of the rainforest.

This unforgettable evening is perfect for wine enthusiasts, nature lovers, and anyone seeking a unique night out. Don’t miss your chance to be among the first to experience our stunning new habitat while indulging in great drinks and a lively ambiance. Join us for a one-of-a-kind celebration of wine, mocktails, nature, and adventure. 

Tickets are now on sale! Get your tickets today.

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Ticket Options:

General Admission: $40

Gain entry to the event with access to after-hours areas of the Zoo, plus FREE parking. Enjoy live music by Roosevelt Fountain, join an animal chat with Zoo experts, and meet an Animal Ambassador. Take photos at the event photo booth, play lawn games, and more! Food and drinks will be available for purchase during the event. This ticket is perfect for those who want to enjoy the atmosphere while trying tasty food and drinks à la carte.

Mocktail Passport: $70 (members get $5 off)

This ticket includes everything in the General Admission ticket, PLUS all non-alcoholic beverages are included for the entire event. Food will also be available for purchase. It's a great option for those who prefer non-alcoholic drinks but still want to enjoy the full event experience!

Cocktail Passport: $105 (members get $5 off)

The ultimate Wines & Vines experience! This ticket includes everything in the General Admission ticket, PLUS all drinks are included for the whole event. Food will also be available for purchase. With this ticket, you get full access to all the drinks, so you can enjoy both non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages throughout the evening. Please drink responsibly.
 

Drink Menu

Food Add-On: Elevated Bites

For $34, enhance your experience and add five delicious bites. Each bite is thoughtfully crafted to pair perfectly with your drink passport choices, making for a unique and flavorful experience. All items may also be purchased a la carte at the event.

• Watermelon Salad Cups: Seedless watermelon, grapes, kiwi, farmstead feta, champaign vinegar
• Bruschetta Flight:
  Sherry roasted mushrooms: Boursin cheese, toasted walnut gremolata
  Heirloom tomato: Buttermilk ricotta, pickled red onion, shaved lemon, white balsamic
  Charred seasonal vegetables: Lemongrass hummus, pine nut gremolata
• Meatballs:  Homemade meatballs, classic marinara, grated pecorino cheese, fresh basil
• Crispy Gnocchi: Asiago stuffed Gnocchi, rustic pesto, lemon, pecorino cheese
• Mini Pork Gyros: Marinated and slow roasted pork, lavash,  pickled onion salad, rustic zhoug sauce 
• Fig and Stilton: Chicago hardy figs, crumbled stilton cheese, toasted pecans, Calabrian chili honey, pea shoots
• Chocolate Dip station: Fruit skewers, cookies, and frozen bananas

Schedule of Animal Chats and Activities

Tales from the Vines 

• 6:30 p.m. Western Lowland Gorilla: The King of the Forest
• 6:45 p.m. Spider Monkeys: Masters of the Canopy
• 7:00 p.m. Animal Ambassador: A Wild Surprise Awaits
• 7:15 p.m. Mexican Wolf Recovery: Bringing Wolves Back to the Wild
• 7:30 p.m. Giraffes: Giants of the Savannah
• ​7:45 p.m. Bears Enrichment
• ​8:00 p.m. Bears: Legends of the Wilderness

  buy tickets: zoo members 

  buy tickets: GENERAL PUBLIC