Holiday Sip & Stroll

Hot pink flamingo lights stand among pink trees.

Overview

An Adults-Only Way to Experience Holiday Magic

This 21+ evening offers a festive mix of holiday cheer, warm drinks, and seasonal cocktails as you explore the zoo’s dazzling holiday lights before the main event opens to the public.

Dance the night away to live beats at the dance party hosted by DJ Nurotic, sip on exclusive drinks crafted just for the evening, and soak in the magic of the season in an adults-only atmosphere.

Gather your friends for a one-of-a-kind holiday celebration filled with lights, music, and memories to last a lifetime.

Thanks to our Sip and Stroll Sponsors

Community Sponsor

Enjoy the merry and bright specialty drinks at Holiday Sip & Stroll! Don't forget, the all-inclusive drink ticket includes unlimited access to all of the beverages below (please drink responsibly).

Hot Chocolate - Chocolate nibs, peppermint candy, whipped cream

Hot Cider - Dehydrated apple, cinnamon, and sugar

Add-ons to Hot Chocolate and Hot Cider

Bailey's Irish Cream
Peppermint Schnapps
Fireball Whiskey

Mulled Wine - Mixed berries, cinnamon stick, and whipped cream

Spicy Espresso Martini - Cold brew, vodka, chili liqueur, simple syrup

Spiced Pear Buck - Scotch, pear liqueur, simple syrup, lemon, aromatic bitters, ginger beer

Meet Buddy and Mr. Grouch as they roam Holiday Sip & Stroll!

Coming soon! Please note, all animal buildings close 30 minutes before the event ends.

Carousel

Take a spin in one of the largest hand-carved carousels in the country!

Open, weather permitting

The Roosevelt Fountain sprays water, the South Gate featured behind it.

Free Main Entrance Parking

Free Parking at the Main Entrance

Members Experience Holiday Magic FREE

The lights. The sparkle. The holiday wonder.
Brookfield Zoo Chicago is the only place in the Chicagoland area that gives members FREE access to our spectacular Holiday Magic light show.

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