All tickets and parking may be purchased onsite at Brookfield Zoo or by clicking here. If you previously reserved tickets and parking for your Zoo visit, you are welcome to enter the Zoo at any time during that day. If you have a general admission pass with a barcode, a member guest pass, a Chicago Public Library Museum Pass, or a Museum Adventure Pass, you can bring that directly to the Zoo for entry, no reservation required.

FREE DAYS
October 3 – November 23, 2023:  Tuesdays and Thursdays
December 4 – December 19, 2023: Mondays and Tuesdays
January 2 – February 29, 2024:  Saturdays, Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays

GROUP SALES
For groups of 20 or more, please click here for information on purchasing admission tickets.

CASH WELCOME
We once again accept cash for admission, parking, attractions, food, beverage, and merchandise purchases at the Zoo.

PLAN YOUR VISIT
Questions about hours, directions, parking, attractions, or open buildings? Click here for our VISIT page. 

MEMBERSHIP
Become a member of Brookfield Zoo! Click here for details.

MILITARY ADMISSION
To show appreciation for the hard work and dedication of the men and women in the United States Armed Forces, Brookfield Zoo offers free admission to all active, reservist, and retired members of the military every day. Qualified personnel who present a valid ID at one of the Zoo's admission booths will be admitted free of charge.