Home / Lincoln Park Zoo Fall Fest - 2026 Season Dates
Open now for the season
2026 season · Sep 25 - Nov 1 · posted by farm ✓
Today's Hours
8 AM–5 PM
Closes
Nov 1
Closes in
30d
Hours this season
Mon8 AM–5 PM
Tue8 AM–5 PM
Wed8 AM–5 PM
Thu8 AM–5 PM
Fri8 AM–5 PM
Sat8 AM–5 PM
Sun8 AM–5 PM
Where this date comes from
“Fall Fest September 25-November 1”
lpzoo.org/event/fall-fest, read September 19, 2026
Getting there
AddressChicago, IL 60614
Drive time5 min from Chicago
Phone(312) 742-2000
RegionChicagoland
About Lincoln Park Zoo Fall Fest
Lincoln Park Zoo's Fall Fest runs September 25 through November 1, 2026 at the free zoo on Cannon Drive in Chicago. Entry to the zoo is always free, with no tickets or reservations needed.
What is there for fall?
A pumpkin patch that is open daily, where you can pick your own pumpkin, and pumpkin carving on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 AM to 1 PM. Some rides and attractions cost extra.
What are the hours?
The gates open every day from 8 AM to 5 PM. Buildings open at 10 AM.
What about parking?
Parking is free for the first half hour, then $35 to $45 for the day, and cash is not accepted at the parking gates. Paths are stroller friendly and there is food on site.
✓ Season dates posted by the farm