There are many things to do in the suburbs, from fine dining to safaris to thrills, and most of all lots of shopping. Of course we can't cover everything fabulous that there is to do in the burbs, but we can touch on some of them. If you are in the mood for some culture, you can always check out the Frank Lloyd Wright tour. visitors will explore one of the richest periods of American architecture by touring homes designed by Frank Lloyd Wright and renowned contemporaries. Located 15 minutes from downtown Chicago, Oak Park was home to Frank Lloyd Wright for 20 years and offers the world's largest concentration of Wright-designed structures. Immerse yourself in a collection of intimate Wright experiences. Five spectacular events in four unforgettable days, featuring private dining at a spectacular Wright-designed home exclusive cocktail reception special Friday excursion elegant champagne brunch... and the celebrated Wright Plus housewalk, wow!
For information and reservations: call 708.848.3440

Frank Loyd Wright

Brookfield Zoo
Immerse yourself in exotic nights. Encounter fascinating wild animals. Visit one-on-one with experienced zookeepers. Enjoy an exquisite meal prepared by the zoo's executive chef.
Brookfield Zoo's Nights in the Wild offer a one-of-a-kind experience you will never forget!

Your night will begin at 6:30 with a ride on our Motor Safari vehicle. They will take us to one of our world renowned exhibits. There we will enjoy cocktails and hors d'oeuvres with the animals. A zookeeper will be on hand to answer questions about the animals and their habitats here at the zoo. Afterwards, it is on to the zoo's fabulous Bocaditos Restaurant. There we will enjoy a delicious themed dinner buffet, prepared by Brookfield Zoos talented culinary team. Cocktails continue through dinner service. The evening ends at ten thirty and motor safari will shuttle you and your guests back to the arches.

Check out the
calendar below
for event dates
and themes. To
place a reservation
for Nights in the Wild,
all (708) 485-0263, ext. 355.

Brookfield Zoo

 

An ideal hideout for kids of all ages, this two acre, pirate themed, interactive water playground features a giant treehouse-style waterplay structure with eight intertwining slides. Hundreds of water gadgets and blasters, along with climbing nets, swinging bridges and soaking wet water falls will entertain guests for hours. Three massive, overhead buckets fill with water and tip every 10 minutes to drench unsuspecting guests below with thousands of gallons of water.Special Events, please call 847-249-1952.

 

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