2026 Chicago Cookie Party at Lincoln Park Zoo Lights
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Chicago-Area Alumni and Friends — You’re Invited!
One of Millikin’s beloved traditions is coming to Chicago, and we’d love for you to join us! The Chicago Cookie Party at Lincoln Park Zoo Lights is a wonderful chance to reconnect with fellow Big Blue alumni and friends, make new connections, and celebrate the memories and friendships that make the Millikin family so special.
Join fellow alumni, families, and friends for a festive evening of Big Blue conversation, connection, and, of course, cookies as we gather to enjoy the magic of Lincoln Park Zoo Lights.
Lincoln Park Zoo Lights
Sunday, Dec. 6, 2026
Zoo Opens: 4:30 p.m.
Meet & Greet/Cookie and Drink Voucher Pick-Up: 5:15–5:45 p.m. at Park Place Cafe in the middle of the zoo grounds
2400 N. Cannon Drive
Chicago, IL 60614
Each attendee will receive a special Millikin cookie handmade by alum Christina Varallo Scronce ’08 who owns THE SWEET RUN and a voucher for a warm drink to enjoy while exploring the holiday lights. This family-friendly event is complimentary for all attendees.
Special thanks to our event sponsors, Trustee Zach Uttich ’07 and Kirsten Williams Uttich ’07, for helping make this sweet Millikin tradition possible.
As we celebrate Millikin’s 125th anniversary, we're reminded that while so much has changed over the years, one thing remains the same: the Big Blue family we share.
We hope you'll join us for this festive holiday tradition. We can't wait to celebrate the season — and 125 years of Millikin — with you!
Let us know you'll be joining us! https://millikinalum.my.salesforce-sites.com/pmtx/evt__SiteEventDetail?id=a2xPf000000W45J
One of Millikin’s beloved traditions is coming to Chicago, and we’d love for you to join us! The Chicago Cookie Party at Lincoln Park Zoo Lights is a wonderful chance to reconnect with fellow Big Blue alumni and friends, make new connections, and celebrate the memories and friendships that make the Millikin family so special.
Join fellow alumni, families, and friends for a festive evening of Big Blue conversation, connection, and, of course, cookies as we gather to enjoy the magic of Lincoln Park Zoo Lights.
Lincoln Park Zoo Lights
Sunday, Dec. 6, 2026
Zoo Opens: 4:30 p.m.
Meet & Greet/Cookie and Drink Voucher Pick-Up: 5:15–5:45 p.m. at Park Place Cafe in the middle of the zoo grounds
2400 N. Cannon Drive
Chicago, IL 60614
Each attendee will receive a special Millikin cookie handmade by alum Christina Varallo Scronce ’08 who owns THE SWEET RUN and a voucher for a warm drink to enjoy while exploring the holiday lights. This family-friendly event is complimentary for all attendees.
Special thanks to our event sponsors, Trustee Zach Uttich ’07 and Kirsten Williams Uttich ’07, for helping make this sweet Millikin tradition possible.
As we celebrate Millikin’s 125th anniversary, we're reminded that while so much has changed over the years, one thing remains the same: the Big Blue family we share.
We hope you'll join us for this festive holiday tradition. We can't wait to celebrate the season — and 125 years of Millikin — with you!
Let us know you'll be joining us! https://millikinalum.my.salesforce-sites.com/pmtx/evt__SiteEventDetail?id=a2xPf000000W45J
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Where is it happening?
Lincoln Park Zoo, N Cannon Dr at W Fullerton Pkwy,Chicago, Illinois, United States
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