Free Main Entrance Parking

Overview

Parking Information

Some special events include free parking with admission.

Glow Wild
Roaring Nights
Dino Dash
Dinos After Dark
Zoo Uncorked

Please check individual event pages for full details and any additional parking information.

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Thursdays to Sundays

Tickets Must be Purchased in Advance

March 19, 2026 - May 10, 2026

Glow Wild

Wander paths under the moonlight, illuminated by handcrafted lanterns representing wildlife and mythology from around the world.

Adults start at $19.95 / Children start at $9.95

Select Areas of the Zoo

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Early bird registration closes April 1

May 30, 2026

Dino Dash Fun Run

Race, jog, or stroll along a 2 mile fun run course entirely within Brookfield Zoo Chicago. You'll be surrounded by larger-than-life dinosaur displays and iconic Zoo views from start to finish.

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Summer

Roaring Nights Concerts

Join us for unforgettable nights of music, fun, and celebration as the Roaring Nights summer concert series returns in 2026!

Dinos After Dark

Looking for fun things to do at night? Explore the Zoo After Dark! Whether you’ve got kids who love dinosaurs or you’re a full-grown dino fan yourself, Dinos After Dark is a one-of-a-kind after-hours Zoo and dinosaur experience you won’t want to miss.

$29.95 Adults / $24.99 Children / Members Receive $5 Discount

Zoowide

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21+ Event

August 22, 2026

Zoo Uncorked

Sip, savor and explore at Zoo Uncorked, our exclusive 21+ event.

Tickets Starting at $40.00

East Mall, The Pavilions and Zoowide