Get ready to stroll through lush gardens with a glass of fine wine at Lincoln Park Zoo’s annual Summer Wine Fest! This 21+ urban garden party promises to be a memorable summer evening at the zoo with garden tours of the only accredited herbaceous hibiscus collection in the U.S., samples of 50+ varietals from 20 wineries, photo ops, and live music. 

All tickets include: 

• Guided garden tours with Lincoln Park Zoo’s horticulture experts
• Twenty tastings from leading winemaking regions
• New this year: 3-ounce Lincoln Park Zoo souvenir tasting cup 
• Free rides on the Endangered Species Carousel 
• Live music on Main Mall 
• Lawn games and outdoor activities 
• Food for purchase at zoo restaurants 

Tour with the experts: Did you know that Lincoln Park Zoo is also an accredited botanical garden? The zoo is home to the only accredited herbaceous perennial hibiscus collection in the United States, a showcase of more than 100 taxa of hybrids and cultivars of four native North American species. Be sure to join the zoo’s horticulture experts during Summer Wine Fest for a guided tour to learn more about these floral treasures. 

New this year: Add a stunning event-exclusive hibiscus print to your ticket! A collaboration between zoo horticulturists and illustrators, this limited-run print is a beautiful summertime Chicago memento that features a variety of hibiscus you can find in Lincoln Park Zoo’s nationally recognized collection. There are only 100 prints available, so grab yours before they sell out! The 18×24” print will be rolled into protective sleeves and is available for pick-up only at Summer Wine Fest.