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Holiday Magic Tickets
Holiday Magic®
November 22-24, 29-30
lights festival at Holiday Magic!
◆ Enjoy glowing animal sculptures that
◆ See over 2 million dazzling LED lights!
◆ Explore two NEW themed sparkling areas

December 1, 5-8, 12-15, 19-22 and 26-31
Holiday Magic hours are 3:00 to 9:00 p.m.
(November 28) and Christmas Day (December 25).

to the North Pole
◆ And so much more!
on Holiday Magic days. The Zoo will be closed on Thanksgiving Day
Please note that the Zoo will not be open to guests prior to 3:00 p.m.
◆ Find unique holiday gifts
◆ South Gate Entry: Reservations are required for entry through the South Gate.
EVENTS
◆ Advance Reservations Recommended: To ensure availability, it’s best to book
◆ Savor seasonal treats and sips
CALENDAR
CALENDAR
◆ Available Online: Tickets can be purchased at BrookfieldZoo.org/HolidayMagic.
Celebrate 43 years of bright lights. Get ready to visit Chicagoland’s longest-running
◆ Meet Santa and send your letter

Tree Trim

Reindeer Run
Saturday, December 7
Zoo After Dark:
Holiday Sip & Stroll

New!
New!
All events, dates, and times are subject to change.
Saturday, November 16, 5:30 - 9:00 p.m.
Thursday, November 21, 5:30 - 9:00 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday, November 9 & 10
a Scout troop, a school group, or a community group.
Holly Jolly Gingerbread Party
Learn more at BrookfieldZoo.org/ReindeerRun.
Tree Trim launches Brookfield Zoo Chicago’s 43 rd annual
Grab your glow sticks, running shoes, and holiday spirit for
Sip, savor, and stroll along the walkways amongst the light
get up-close visits with the Zoo’s Animal Ambassadors, and
Relish a delicious brunch and dessert buffet with a mimosa
trees at Brookfield Zoo Chicago. Each tree will be festooned
Chicago. You and your family can “fun run” under the lights
Learn more at BrookfieldZoo.org/ HolidaySipAndStroll
Experience more than 800 one-of-a-kind, decorated holiday
Reindeer Run, a 2-mile course entirely within Brookfield Zoo
while being the first to feel the excitement at Holiday Magic!
take a spin on the Anniversary Ferris Wheel and The Carousel!
Holiday Magic. Learn more at BrookfieldZoo.org/TreeTrim.
and conservation initiatives supported by the Women’s Board.
with unique ornaments by family members, friends, coworkers,
and gingerbread decorating. Hosted at the Zoo’s Discovery Center
displays during this new 21-and-over, after-hours evening event.
Sample specialty food and drinks, join in the holiday dance party,
and Bloody Mary bar and hot cocoa, as well as a visit from Santa,
up-close experiences with some of the Zoo’s Animal Ambassadors,
Go online for the most up-to-date information.
from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., the event benefits the education, scholarship,
Learn more at BrookfieldZoo.org/HollyJollyGingerbreadParty