Special Event Volunteers & Group Opportunities

Don’t have enough time to volunteer once a week? Special Events allows you volunteer at various times throughout the year.

Run for the Zoo

This exciting event takes place directly on zoo grounds, and all proceeds help keep Lincoln Park Zoo free. Suitable for early risers. Additionally, all volunteers will receive a free Run for the Zoo T-shirt!

Run for the Zoo is the first Sunday of June each year. Must be 14+ to volunteer.

If you are interested, please email us, and we will add you to our special event list. You will be contacted as we get closer to the date of the race.

Craft brews

Beer tasting stations will be set up throughout the zoo's beautiful gardens during this after-hours experience just for adults. Volunteers are needed as beer servers and will work alongside staff at this one-of-a-kind event.

Craft Brews is on Friday, June 14 and Saturday, June 15. Must be 21+ to volunteer.

Click here to sign up

All applicants must meet the following requirements.

• Have a positive attitude and strictly adhere to Lincoln Park Zoo policies, procedures and guest-service standards.
• Must be comfortable being outdoors in all weather conditions.

Special Events Contact List

There are many smaller opportunities that arise throughout the year. If you are interested in being placed on the Special Events Contact List for these opportunities, please email us.