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In 1868, two pairs of swans arrived at Lincoln Park. They were a gift from New York City’s Central Park and were the beginning of Chicago’s free zoo. As the zoo grew, it became one of the most popular attractions in Illinois and the only privately managed free zoo in the United States.
Ticketed events help keep Lincoln Park Zoo free and open to everyone 365 days a year. So support your zoo while sipping on a cocktail at the Margarita & Sangria Fest. This will be happening on Friday, May 19, 2023, from 6:30 pm to 10 pm.
This after hours event is only for the 21+ crowd. You’ll need to have a valid photo ID.
Enjoy beautiful views of the blossoming gardens and the incredible animals with no children, no strollers and no crowds. Your ticket includes exclusive after hours limited capacity access to the Lincoln Park Zoo.
At the Fest, you can enjoy a variety of margarita and sangria samples. You don’t like margaritas or sangria? No problem. Beer, wine, seltzer and canned cocktails will be available for purchase. Special food offerings will also be available for purchase.
You can enjoy live music throughout the fest along with one of Chicago’s top DJs. There will also be Salsa and Bachata dancing. Dance lessons will be performed by Chicago’s own, Enrique Calderon and his orchestra.
Interactive lawn games like corn hole can also be enjoyed. Plus you can take advantage of complimentary rides on the AT&T Endangered Species Carousel. And there will be giveaways so you might get lucky and take home a souvenir.
Lincoln Park Zoo’s customized animal exhibits are home to almost 200 species from around the world. Animals at the zoo always have a choice to be outdoors or indoors. Many of the animals may choose to spend their evening indoors. You’ll have access to their feeding schedule as this is the best time to view them.
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Are you looking for a way to save money on the Fest? Of course, you are. Book your ticket here and you can save $5 to $20 (14% to 57% discount) on each ticket.
