Shedd After Hours: Polar Party
Chilly? Chill out with us at Shedd After Hours: Polar Party. Join us for a beluga chat to learn how these marine mammals thrive in icy waters. Feast on seasonal favorites and thaw out with a sugar cookie cocktail. Test your wits with Arctic aquatic trivia or don your favorite holiday sweater for a contest—both with prizes for the winners.
Food, beverages and Polar Express 4-D presentations are available for purchase.
*For the health and safety of the animals, some exhibits close early. Refer to event signage for more information.
Date and Time
December 18
6-10 p.m.
Online ticket sales only
Price
$24.95 ($19.95 for Chicago residents)
$14.95 for Shedd members
Age
21+
Photo ID required for entry.
Shedd After Hours is a time for adults 21+ to relax, take in spectacular skyline views, and meet beluga whales and bluegills, stingrays and sturgeons. Events feature a variety of special programming, from salsa dancing to animal encounters and science stories. Grab your tickets for a grown-up getaway to Shedd Aquarium, with delicious eats and dynamite cocktails available for purchase.
Additional upgrade: After Hours Polar Tour, including a look behind the scenes
Join us for a chance to learn more about aquatic animals that thrive in cold climates. In this 30-minute tour, you’ll hear how otters, belugas and penguins adapt to their frigid environments, then pop behind the scenes to our marine mammals kitchen to learn how Shedd creates icy treats for these animals.
Space is limited, so call today to reserve your spot: 312-939-2438.
Price: $15 (does not include Shedd admission)
Date and Time
December 18
6-10 p.m.
Online ticket sales only
Price
$24.95 ($19.95 for Chicago residents)
$14.95 for Shedd members
Discounted daytime rates do not apply to evening events.
Age
21+
Photo ID required for entry.
Includes
All permanent and special exhibits, touch experiences*, and entertainment.
Some exhibits close early. Refer to event signage for more information.
*Stingray Touch is open late-May to early-Sept.
Accessibility
At Shedd Aquarium, we believe there should be no boundaries to your experience. If you have an accommodation request related to a disability, please contact us. We look forward to assisting you.
Groups
For groups of 15 or more, contact [email protected]