Brookfield Zoo announces holiday events

Brookfield Zoo will host Dinner for Santa events and a Holly Jolly Gingerbread Party fundraiser to support the Chicago Zoological Societyโ€™s conservation efforts and animal care work.

Dinner for Santa

The Dinner for Santa events are being held in the zooโ€™s Discovery Center, 8400 31st St., Brookfield. The dinner features a buffet with carved meats, seasonal accompaniments, sweet treats, hot chocolate and non-alcoholic beverages. Alcoholic beverages are available to buy. Attendees can take photos with Santa and tell him their wish lists. A kid-friendly buffet and vegetarian options will be available.

Seats are open for 3:30 and 6 p.m. Dec. 15 and 6 p.m Dec. 16 and 17. Tickets range from $85 to $90 for adults and $40 for children ages three to 11. Children ages three and under can eat for free. Zoo members will receive a discount.

Holly Jolly Gingerbread Party

The Holly Jolly Gingerbread Party will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 3 in the zooโ€™s Discovery Center. Attendees can decorate pre-assembled gingerbread houses and ornaments. Professional gingerbread house decorators and builders are available. A holiday breakfast buffet, mimosas, Bloody Maryโ€™s and hot chocolate will be served. Participants can meet the zooโ€™s animal ambassadors. Santa will be available to listen to childrenโ€™s wish lists and take photos. Tickets cost $250 for adults, $150 for children, or $2,000 for a private table.

For information, visit czs.org/Events.

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