Zoos

Cortney Fries

Find elephants and more in Indiana

Put these surprises on your must-do list more

Nov 20, 2018 9:00 AM Cortney Fries Travel

3 reasons to visit Milwaukee County Zoo before summer ends

Dinos, otters and a train will thrill kids more

Aug 9, 2018 10:05 AM Cheryl Eugenio Travel

Spiders will fascinate Brookfield Zoo visitors this summer

May 22, 2018 4:20 PM Chicago Parent Staff Nature 2 Comments

Chicago Zoological Society

Brookfield Zoo ramps up inclusion efforts

Brookfield Zoo has added a new sensory room, resource kiosk and inclusion specialist to make going to the zoo even more enjoyable for families. more

Feb 20, 2018 4:05 PM Chicago Parent Staff Special Needs

Brookfield Zoo opens its gates for many free days this month

Winter fun! more

Jan 19, 2018 5:44 PM LEARN

3 can't miss December events

Cookies, "A Christmas Carol" and more. more

Dec 1, 2017 2:11 PM EXPLORE

4 Sunday Funday solutions to try out with your family

Because that's what Sunday is all about! more

Oct 3, 2017 11:38 AM Amanda Simkin EXPLORE

Get up close and personal with the Lincoln Park Zoo penguins

Life in black and white. more

Sep 7, 2017 10:53 AM Nature

Brookfield Zoo offers unforgettable giraffe encounter

Brookfield Zoo is offering a Giraffe Feeding experiences daily with one of the zoo’s five giraffes. more

Jul 21, 2017 1:11 PM Elizabeth Diffin Outdoor Fun

Celebrate Milwaukee County Zoo’s 125th birthday

Party time! more

Jul 19, 2017 10:44 AM Cheryl Eugenio Travel

Rainy day solutions at Brookfield Zoo

Mother Nature doesn't get to ruin your fun. more

May 11, 2017 4:59 PM Elizabeth Diffin Nature

A perfect day for dino and dragon obsessed kids at Brookfield Zoo

Dinos & Dragons at Brookfield Zoo won't disappoint more

May 3, 2017 3:32 PM Chicago Parent Staff Nature

14 spontaneous kid-friendly outings near Oak Park and River Forest

Sanity savers! more

Feb 2, 2017 4:10 PM Michelle Magee Elfvin Neighborhood Guides

Meet the new crew at Lincoln Park Zoo

Hang out with the penguins and polar bears. more

Jan 31, 2017 8:04 PM Elizabeth Diffin City Faves

17 free things to do in Chicago with kids in 2017

It doesn't cost a lot to make fantastic memories. more

Jan 4, 2017 3:58 PM Shannan Younger PLAY

A Chicago parent's guide to winter break

Fun ways to keep the kids entertained while they are out of school. more

Dec 16, 2016 8:19 PM Megan Murray Elsener EXPLORE

Hidden gems you may have missed at Brookfield Zoo

Three things to do for sure if you haven't already! more

Jun 15, 2016 8:24 PM Lanie Maresh Nature