Lincoln Park Zoo
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773-571-0404
- www.lpzoo.org
- Capacity: 20,000 people
Lincoln Park Zoo
About Lincoln Park Zoo
Event Pricing
Pricing for all event types
Rental Fees Daytime (9 a.m.-1 p.m.) Daily $4,000 Evening (5 p.m.-midnight) Monday-Thursday $4,000 Friday $7,000 Saturday and Holidays $9,500 Sunday $4,500 Off-Season Evening Rates January-March Sunday-Friday $3,500 Saturday and Holidays $4,500 April Friday $5,500 Saturday $6,500 Sunday $4,500 Beverage Minimums Daytime No minimum Monday–Thursday, Evenings No minimum Friday Evenings $6,000 Saturday Evenings and Holidays $9,500 Sunday Evenings $5,000
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Originally home to the former Chicago Academy of Sciences—the city’s first museum—this building is perfect for vintage-inspired events. It’s Corinthian temple front, shimmering marble lobby, and stately Ann Milligan Gray Room makes any meeting or daytime event memorable.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Capacity: 120 People
Capacity: 150 People
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Big cats roam indoor exhibits on both sides of this immersive space. And, with an adjacent terrace perfect for cocktail hour, the AT&T Endangered Species Carousel features 48 artisan-crafted wooden animal replicas.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Capacity: 75 People
Capacity: 175 People
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Restaurant/Lounge
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An open-air rooftop among the treetops in the heart of the zoo. Located on the Main Mall, this venue features panoramic views of outdoor habitats, the historic Eadie Levy’s Landmark Cafe´, and the zoo’s gardens, plus a glimpse of Lake Michigan.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Capacity: 220 People
Capacity: 300 People
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- Portable Walls
- Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi
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Introduce timeless style to your event by booking at a historic Chicago landmark. This venue overlooks Nature Boardwalk, a lively pond ecosystem, and has a clear view of the surrounding park and city skyline from the Great Hall.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Capacity: 250 People
Capacity: 500 People
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The zoo’s iconic Eadie Levy’s Landmark Café was built in 1899, making it one of the oldest historic buildings on zoo grounds. It’s located in the heart of the zoo, making it the perfect centerpiece to any event.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Capacity: 220 People
Capacity: 350 People
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An intimate choice for smaller parties that has a modest, family-farm feel. While visiting Farm-in-the-Zoo, guests can feed cows, pet goats, and see chickens, pigs, rabbits, and ponies up close.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Capacity: 50 People
Capacity: 60 People
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A charming choice for rustic, farm-to-table dinners and receptions, this exhibit is fully interactive—guests can feed cows, pet goats, and see chickens, pigs, rabbits, and ponies up close. It’s located along Nature Boardwalk, and the farm buildings include the Main Barn, ranch-style Farm House, and Dairy Barn.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Capacity: 500 People
Capacity: 750 People
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The open-air pavilion is a gorgeous setting for an outdoor wedding, picnic, or other special occasion. It overlooks Waterfowl Lagoon and Hope B. McCormick Swan Pond, both home to beautiful flora and fauna.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Capacity: 220 People
Capacity: 300 People
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The open-air pavilion is a gorgeous setting for an outdoor wedding, picnic, or other special occasion. It overlooks Waterfowl Lagoon and Hope B. McCormick Swan Pond, both home to beautiful flora and fauna.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Capacity: 220 People
Capacity: 300 People
Capacity: 150 People
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- Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi
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While the stately, historic exterior of the building remains intact, the interior exhibits were renovated to create more naturalistic ecosystems for the resident primates. This space houses a wide diversity of species, giving guests an intimate look at primates from around the world.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Capacity: 60 People
Capacity: 150 People
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Transform the heart of the zoo into an epic centerpiece for your large-scale event. Bordered by historic zoo attractions, the Main Mall has views of African lions, harbor seals, and the historic Eadie Levy’s Landmark Cafe´.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Capacity: 2500 People
Capacity: 3000 People
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Perched on the edge of the South Lawn and bordered by swan, primate, and flamingo exhibits, Park Place Terrace is surrounded by wildlife. The gently sloping South Lawn is the ideal addition to the space, perfect for cocktail receptions, farmers market dinners, and other outdoor events.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Capacity: 250 People
Capacity: 400 People
Capacity: 300 People
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This space embodies a midwestern family farm experience in the middle of Chicago. While visiting Farm-in-the-Zoo, guests can feed cows; pet goats; and see chickens, pigs, rabbits, and ponies up close.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Capacity: 70 People
Capacity: 100 People
Amenities
- Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi
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This immersive animal house is home to lively habitats and species from black rhinos to meerkats to pygmy hippos. It has unique nooks perfect for food and beverage stations and spacious areas ideal for receptions and seated gatherings.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Capacity: 50 People
Capacity: 250 People
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Located in one of the country’s most state-of-the-art great ape habitats, this space is home to families of endangered western lowland gorillas and chimpanzees. Huge glass windows are the only thing separating guests from the primates.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Capacity: 120 People
Capacity: 200 People
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Surrounded by a tropical ecosystem, this space is home to animals native to four continents. With a soaring 45-foot-high glass dome ceiling, Regenstein Gallery features reception options at ground level and overlooking the forest canopy. In addition, a seated gallery section overlooks more individual habitats.
Supported Layouts and Capacities
Capacity: 120 People
Capacity: 40 People
Capacity: 30 People
Capacity: 25 People
Capacity: 300 People
Capacity: 70 People
Amenities
- Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi
Features
- Old Town Triangle ( near Lincoln Park )
- Zoo/Aquarium
- Max Number of People for an Event: 20000