3300 Golf Road
Brookfield, IL 60513
(708) 688-8000 | Toll Free (800) GOT-OZOO
Fax (708) 485-2649 | E-mail Us
Open daily to inspire guests through extraordinary connections with animals, nature and each other. Brookfield Zoo features more than 216-acres and more than 4,000 animals. Exhibits will transport guests to all corners of the world to catch a glimpse of polar bears, giraffes, lions, kangaroos, zebras, grizzly bears, leopards, and so much more.
Note: Some map locations are approximate. Please call the venue at (708) 688-8000 for exact directions.
Miles To Metra Station | 1 |
Miles From Midway Airport | 6 |
Miles From DuPage Airport | 28 |
Miles From Downtown Chicago | 13 |
Miles From O'Hare Airport | 15 |
Closest Metra Line | Metra Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway Line |
Open Daily | Yes |
Open Year Round | Yes |
Open New Year's Day | Yes |
Open Memorial Day | Yes |
Open Easter | Yes |
Open Independence Day | Yes |
Open Labor Day | Yes |
Open Thanksgiving Day | Yes |
Open Christmas Eve | Yes |
Open Christmas Day | Yes |
Open New Year's Eve | Yes |
For more information, visit our website or call us at (708) 688-8000
General | |||
Wireless Internet Access in Common Area | Yes | Family Restrooms | Yes | Gift Shop | Yes | Wheelchair Rental | Yes | Stroller Rental | Yes | On-Site Parking Available | Yes | Equal Accessibility | Yes |
Discounts | |||
Motorcoach Driver | Yes | Other Discount | Yes | Military | Yes |
Other Discount Description | School Groups | ||
Payments | |||
Diners Club | Yes | Discover | Yes | JCB | Yes | MasterCard | Yes | Visa | Yes | Personal Check | Yes | American Express | Yes | Debit Card | Yes |
Attractions | |||
Garden/Nature Park | Yes | Historic | Yes | Zoo/Animals | Yes |
Dining | |||
Brunch Served | Yes | Lunch Served | Yes | Dinner Served | Yes | Alcohol | Yes | Catering | Yes | Children's Menu | Yes | Outdoor Dining | Yes | Reservations Required | Yes |
Restaurant Type | Theme | ||
Food Type | American | ||
Motorcoach/Group Tours | |||
Meet and Greet Programs | Yes | Group Check-In | Yes | Motorcoach Parking On-Site - Free | Yes | Work with Motorcoach/Group Tours | Yes |
Minimum # of People for Group Tour | 20 | ||
Maximum # of People for Group Tour | 2000 | ||
Description of Motorcoach/Group Tour Availability | Brookfield Zoo provides one complimentary admission ticket for every 20 group tickets purchased. Motor coach operators receive complimentary bus parking, free admission for the bus driver, and $15 in food vouchers for the motor coach operator. | ||
Sports and Recreation | |||
Forest/Nature Preserve | Yes |
Dates | Event Name & Description |
2/23/19 - 2/23/19 |
Brookfield Zoo’s Winter Wine and Whiskey Fest @ Brookfield Zoo Come out of your winter hibernation and warm up at Brookfield Zoo’s Winter Wine and Whiskey Fest. The 21-and-over-only event features more than 30 seasonal wines and whiskeys accompanied with hors d'o...Read on. |
4/6/19 - 4/6/19 |
Brookfield Zoo Goes Blue for Autism @ Brookfield Zoo Brookfield Zoo is collaborating with Autism Speaks to take part in the annual Zoos Goes Blue campaign. The event takes place at select Association of Zoos and Aquariums accredited facilities across No...Read on. |
4/13/19 - 4/14/19 |
Brookfield Zoo’s Breakfast with the Bunny @ Brookfield Zoo Hop to it and join family and friends at Brookfield Zoo for its annual Breakfast with the Bunny. An all-you-can-eat buffet, held in the zoo’s Discovery Center, will feature a special appearance from c...Read on. |
4/14/19 - 4/14/19 |
Party for the Planet @ Brookfield Zoo Head over to Brookfield Zoo’s annual Party for the Planet celebration, presented by energySMART, a Nicor Gas program. Learn about the different ways you can make earth-friendly choices such as conserv...Read on. |
4/21/19 - 4/21/19 |
Easter Brunch at Brookfield Zoo @ Brookfield Zoo Bring the family to Brookfield Zoo for a delectable all-you-can-eat Easter brunch that is sure to satisfy even the largest of appetites. The buffet menu features a wide variety of items, including ome...Read on. |
4/27/19 - 4/27/19 |
Celebrate World Penguin Day at Brookfield Zoo @ The Living Coast, Brookfield Zoo Waddle over to Brookfield Zoo and celebrate World Penguin Day. The fun-filled event will feature activities for the entire family at The Living Coast. Zoogoers can attend special Zoo Chats to learn ab...Read on. |
5/12/19 - 5/12/19 |
Brookfield Zoo’s Mother’s Day Brunch @ Brookfield Zoo Spending quality time with mom on her special day is all she needs. Head to Brookfield Zoo and enjoy a special Mother’s Day brunch featuring cooked to order eggs, a carving station and accompaniments,...Read on. |
Exhibit Space | Yes |
Number of Rooms | 15 |
Banquet Seating | 1000 |
Exhibit Spaces | 30 |
Largest Room | 3,000 sq. ft. |
Total Area | 48,000 sq. ft. |
Ceiling Height | 15 Feet |
Receptions Area Capacity | 350 |
Classroom Capacity | 200 |
Theater Capacity | 300 |
Wireless Internet Access - Meeting Rooms | Yes |
Hard Wired Internet Access - Meeting Rooms | Yes |
Banquet Space | Yes |
Private Dining Space Available | Yes |
Exhibit Space | Yes |
Meeting/Banquet/Exhibit Space Available? | Yes |
On-Site AV | Yes |
Available for Private Events | Yes |
Video Conferencing | Yes |
Satellite Broadcasting | Yes |
Webcasting | Yes |
Provide On-Site Catering | Yes |
Conference Seating Capacity | 250 |
Maximum # of Guests for Private Events | 1000 |
Total Exhibit Space Sq. Ft. | 10,000 sq. ft. |