Brookfield Zoo Chicago

Brookfield Zoo Chicago Inspiring conservation leaders by connecting people and communities with wildlife and nature.

Splash zone activated! 💦🐅While many cats avoid water, Amur tigers are right at home making waves. Their large paws help ...
06/24/2026

Splash zone activated! 💦🐅

While many cats avoid water, Amur tigers are right at home making waves. Their large paws help them paddle through the water and on hot days, they often cool off by taking a dip in rivers or streams. See if you can spot Whirl splashing around her pool on your next visit!

06/23/2026

Happy Pride! 🌈

Animals around the Zoo, including lions, butterflies, and bottlenose dolphins, recently received some colorful rainbow enrichment in honor of Pride Month. Enrichment like this is an important part of animal care as it provides opportunities for exploration and encourages natural behaviors!

Happy Father's Day from some of the dedicated dads around Brookfield Zoo Chicago!In the animal kingdom, fatherhood looks...
06/21/2026

Happy Father's Day from some of the dedicated dads around Brookfield Zoo Chicago!

In the animal kingdom, fatherhood looks different for every species. African painted dog dads like Kellan help share the communal care to raise their pups while others, like experienced foster father, Divot the Humboldt penguin, step up to incubate and raise chicks that need an extra helping hand!

Cheers to all the dads and father figures making a difference every day!

06/18/2026

These goat kids are on the move! 🐐🐐

Two baby goats recently arrived at the Zoo and they’re busy exploring the world around them! While they’re still too small to join the herd, they’re taking regular walks through Hamill Family Wild Encounters, getting familiar with new sights, sounds, and neighbors, including the llamas and the older goats. These early adventures help the girls build confidence in themselves, while also giving them the opportunity to jump, play, and show of their endless energy!

Stay tuned for more goat kid adventures and updates on when you can meet these little explorers!

06/17/2026

Chan Kinchla of Blues Traveler has a message: Roaring Nights at Brookfield Zoo Chicago is the place to be this summer! 🎸

Your Roaring Nights ticket guarantees a night of great tunes and good vibes as Blues Traveler takes the stage with their fan-favorite hits. Plus, your ticket includes daytime admission to the Zoo, free parking, and unlimited rides on the Ferris wheel and carousel!

📅 Friday, July 24 at 7:30 p.m.
🎟️ Tickets are selling quickly so be sure to secure yours today at https://bit.ly/4vMXEXv

Hip hip hooray, Dino the Andean condor turns 40 today! 🎉 As one of the largest flying birds in the world, Andean condors...
06/16/2026

Hip hip hooray, Dino the Andean condor turns 40 today! 🎉

As one of the largest flying birds in the world, Andean condors can reach wingspans of nearly 10 feet. Males, like Dino, are slightly larger than females, have brown eyes, and sport a unique fleshy comb on their head, also known as a caruncle.

Don't forget to wish Dino a happy hatchday below!

Calling all dads! ⛳Celebrate Father's Day on Sunday, June 21 with a day of family fun at Brookfield Zoo Chicago! Grab yo...
06/15/2026

Calling all dads! ⛳

Celebrate Father's Day on Sunday, June 21 with a day of family fun at Brookfield Zoo Chicago! Grab your crew and enjoy a special Father's Day celebration featuring:

🏌️ Golf simulator and lawn games
📺 A livestream of the PGA U.S. Open
🎨 A Kids Zone packed with activities for all ages
🍖 BBQ favorites and a beer & wine bar available for purchase

Best of all, no additional ticket is required! Father's Day activities are included with Zoo admission or membership. Learn more at https://bit.ly/3RZQ25s

Did you know your Zoo visit includes free daily Zoo Chats with our Animal Care Specialists? Learn fascinating facts, dis...
06/12/2026

Did you know your Zoo visit includes free daily Zoo Chats with our Animal Care Specialists?

Learn fascinating facts, discover unique animal behaviors, and hear firsthand stories from the people who care for these animals every day. You can catch chats featuring sea lions, reptiles, birds, and more around the Zoo. Plus, don't miss Animals Up Close at the Nature Stage, where you'll meet animal ambassadors from around the world!

Check the daily activities schedule on the Brookfield Zoo Chicago app, available for iOS and Android.

06/11/2026

Hatch your own prehistoric souvenir and get a limited-edition dinosaur Mold-A-Rama on your next visit!

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3300 Golf Road
Brookfield, IL
60513

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Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

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