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Glow Wild Sensory-Friendly Night at Brookfield Zoo in Chicago

When

Thursday, May 7, 2026    
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
iCal

Where

Brookfield Zoo Chicago
8400 31st St. , Brookfield, Illinois, 60513

Event Type

A sensory-friendly opportunity to explore the zoo and wander illuminated pathways surrounded by handcrafted lanterns inspired by wildlife, global traditions and mythical worlds

Join Brookfield Zoo Chicago for the next “Glow Wild Sensory-Friendly Night” on May 7 from 6 to 10 p.m.

The Glow Wild lantern festival transforms the night into a glowing celebration of art, culture and conservation. Wander illuminated pathways surrounded by handcrafted lanterns inspired by wildlife, global traditions and mythical worlds.

Sensory-friendly night will provide families and people of all ages with sensory sensitivities an opportunity to experience this outdoor event with:

Participants can also connect with organizations offering social services, education services and other supports for families, such as:

Every ticket comes with free parking and free rides on the carousel and Ferris wheel.

Tickets are $24.95 for adults and $14.95 for children. (Zoo member tickets are $19.95  for adults and $9.95 per child.) You can buy tickets on the Glow Wild event page.

Glow Wild is a special after-hours event and requires a separate event ticket for admission. Please note that General Admission Guest Passes, Museums for All, Museum Passports, Museum Works, and Museum Adventures passes cannot be used for entry to Glow Wild, but they remain valid for regular daytime general admission.