Illustration of a fall festival with a tractor, striped pumpkin booths, hay bales and orange trees (Lincoln Park Zoo Fall Fest)

Lincoln Park Zoo Fall Fest

Visitors can pick pumpkins in the pumpkin patch, roast s'mores, and explore decorated gardens showing autumn colors. Ticketed attractions include a Ferris wheel, giant fun slide, and inflatables, alongside daily photo ops and fall-themed food. Guests can also watch live pumpkin carving and attend keeper chats with special animal enrichment sessions.

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Plan Your Visit

When

Tickets

Free admission.

Hours

Live Pumpkin Carving: every Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m.–1 p.m.

Ages

All Ages

Neighborhood

Lincoln Park

Food & Drink

Guests can roast s'mores and purchase seasonal fall-themed food throughout the zoo.

Going?

Location

Lincoln Park Zoo · 2001 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60614 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Scare Factor

👻 👻 👻 👻 👻 (1/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (5/5)

Best For

Families with young children

Vibe

Festive and family-friendly

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Purchase tickets in advance online for rides like the giant fun slide and Ferris wheel.
  • Use the interactive map at go.lpzoo.org to find habitat locations and daily schedules during your visit.
  • Catch live pumpkin carving demonstrations on Saturdays and Sundays between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.

Special Events & Promotions

  • New surprises are featured every weekend.
  • This year’s ticketed attractions include a giant fun slide, Ferris wheel, inflatables, and more.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

What rides and attractions are featured at Fall Fest?

Ticketed attractions include a giant fun slide, a Ferris wheel, inflatables, and more.

What fall activities can visitors participate in?

Guests can choose pumpkins in the pumpkin patch, roast s'mores, pose at photo ops, and enjoy fall-themed food.

What animal activities are scheduled during the festival?

The zoo hosts expert-guided chats and fall-themed animal enrichment sessions at various habitats.

Is Fall Fest suitable for all ages?

Yes, Fall Fest is an all-ages, family-friendly festival.

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