Happy 4th of July from Brookfield Zoo! We hope your day is dino-mite! In celebration of the upcoming 4th of July weekend, animal care specialists at Brookfield Zoo created red, white, and blue enrichment treats for several of t There's always excitement at Brookfield Zoo Chicago! See below for our list of upcoming events. Feel the roar of the night at Tequila & Tails, our new 21+ after-hours event! Join us for unforgettable nights of music, fun, and celebration as the Roaring Nights summer concert series returns in 2025! CHICAGO — Several animals at the Brookfield Zoo were served a couple delicious pre-Fourth of July snacks Monday. Bears, sea lions, and grey seals at the Brookfield Zoo were treated to a variety In celebration of the July 4th holiday, several animals at Brookfield Zoo received red, white, and blue patriotic-themed enrichment from their animal care staff. Home News List News Post Brookfield to Host Independence Day Parade and Party in the Park on July 4 Brookfield’s Fourth of July Parade is a highlight of the summer, with residents and visitors lining the length of Grand Boulevard to take in the patriotic spectacle. Brookfield Zoo Chicago is located at First Avenue between Ogden Avenue and 31st Street in Brookfield, Illinois, just 14 miles west of downtown Chicago. There are exits to First Avenue from the Eisenhower Expressway (I-290) and from the Stevenson Expressway (I-55) (See detours above). Several animals at the Brookfield Zoo near Chicago are getting patriotic-themed treats in celebration of the Fourth of July. Dolphins and sea lions enjoyed sugar free patriotic gelatin Animals at the Brookfield Zoo received special treats in celebration of the Fourth of July to enjoy. Brookfield Zoo Also, Axhi and Jim, 27-year-old brown bears, received red, white and blue Brookfield, Ill. — In celebration of the July 4th holiday, several animals at Brookfield Zoo received red, white, and blue patriotic-themed enrichment from their animal care staff. Hudson, one of the Zoo’s polar bears, and Axhi, a brown bear, each received a variety of fruit frozen inside red, white, and blue ice blocks. — Several animals at Brookfield Zoo got into the Fourth of July spirit Monday with red, white and blue treats. Hudson, a polar bear, and Axhi, a brown bear, each received a variety of fruit Glide down the Chicago River. Imagine the wind in your hair and the city unfolding before you as you cruise the iconic Chicago River. Choose from historical tours delving into the city's past, architectural cruises showcasing stunning bridges and buildings, or even themed excursions for a unique perspective. Thursday July 3, 2025, 11:00 am Bike Decorating. Library East Parking Lot Join the Brookfield Public Library on July 3rd in the Library’s East parking lot to decorate your bike for the Children's Parade on July 4th. Friday July 4, 2025. 10:00am - Independence Day Parade We have a whole day of fun activities planned, starting at 10 a.m., when the best July 4 parade in Chicago suburbs steps off from Garfield Avenue and heads down the length of Grand Boulevard through Eight Corners and the downtown to Brookfield Avenue before heading east to the Village Hall. News Release Contact: Sondra Katzen, Public Relations, 708.688.8351, sondra.katzen@czs.org July 1, 2022 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Celebrate the 4th of July in Brookfield with a parade, Family Fest, and fireworks. Join us for a fun-filled day of tradition, community, and celebration! July 18: Roaring Nights at Brookfield Zoo Chicago Join us for three unforgettable nights of music, fun, and celebration as Brookfield Zoo Chicago marks over 90 years of service, with Roaring Nights. Set against the backdrop of the Zoo’s landscapes and diverse wildlife, immerse yourself in the sounds of three incredible bands in June, July In celebration of the July 4th holiday, Brookfield Zoo gave its animals red, white, and blue patriotic-themed treats. BROOKFIELD, Ill. (CNN/CNN Newsource/WKRC) - Animals at the Brookfield Zoo in Illinois celebrated the 4th of July with a variety of patriotic treats. In celebration of the July 4th holiday, several animals at Brookfield Zoo, including Hudson, one of Brookfield Zoo’s polar bears, received red, white, and blue enrichment. His included a
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