Shedd Celebrates Seniors in September

Green frog with black spots sitting on a large leaf

Shedd Aquarium celebrates seniors during Senior Days at Shedd. Each Wednesday and Thursday, September 7 through September 29, 2016, guests who are at least 65 years old will receive a complimentary pass allowing access to exhibits, reserved seating at the aquatic presentation, special lunch pricing, and shopping discounts. Tours and animal encounters will also be available (see the schedule below for dates and times).

Free Admission

Dates: September 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, and 29
Hours: Arrive between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. to request the pass. Shedd Aquarium is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Availability:
  • A complimentary Shedd Group Pass Plus is available to the first 3,000 seniors (at least 65 years old), plus one accompanying adult partner per person and group leaders (with registered groups).
  • Individual passes are available at the aquarium (no online or phone reservations will be taken).
  • Groups of 15 or more seniors require reservations (call 312.692.3333 and request the Senior Days at Shedd program). No online group reservations will be accepted.
Included:

Special Activities

Garden Tours

Dates: September 7, 14, 21, and 28
Time: 10 a.m.–11 a.m.

History and Architecture Tours

Dates: September 8 and 15
Time: 11 a.m.–12 noon

Animal Encounters

Dates: September 22 and 29
Time: 10:30 a.m.–11 a.m.

Accessibility

  • An assistive listening device can be checked out at the information booth. These devices can be worn with your own headphones and also connect with hearing aids with t-coils.
  • Audio description for the aquatic presentation is available by advance request for guests who are blind or have low vision.
  • For more accessibility offerings, please visit Shedd Aquarium's Accessibility page.

Shedd Aquarium is located at 1200 South Lake Shore Drive in Chicago, Illinois.