Festivals, Fairs & Special Events, Music & Comedy
Melissa Etheridge: RISE at Brookfield Zoo Chicago June 7, 2026
The ultimate summer evenings await at Roaring Nights, Brookfield Zoo Chicago’s premier summer concert series! Get ready to turn up the volume for unforgettable nights of live music, dancing, and good vibes.
Melissa Etheridge rose to fame in the late ’80s and ’90s with Grammy®-winning rock hits like “Bring Me Some Water,” “I’m the Only One,” and “Come to My Window.” A powerhouse performer known for her raw, confessional lyrics and smoky, raspy vocals, Etheridge went on to win an Academy Award® for “I Need to Wake Up” from An Inconvenient Truth and has remained one of America’s most enduring rock artists for more than three decades.
See her live on Sunday, June 7 at 7:00 p.m. at Brookfield Zoo Chicago.
Every Roaring Nights ticket comes packed with more than just incredible live music. Your ticket includes FREE parking at the Main Entrance parking lot, unlimited carousel rides, unlimited Ferris wheel rides with scenic evening views, and full-day admission to the zoo on the day of the concert!
