
Nelly
About
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.
Looking for the best Chicagoland summer events? Get your tickets, bring your friends and family, and join us for a unique concert series that also supports animal care and conservation!
Additional Information
Every Roaring Nights ticket comes packed with more than just incredible live music. Your ticket includes:
FREE parking
Unlimited carousel rides
Unlimited Ferris wheel rides with scenic evening views
Full-day admission to the zoo on the day of the concert
Arrive early to explore the zoo, visit your favorite animals, grab dinner, and enjoy the rides before the show begins.
Nelly burst onto the scene in 2000 with his diamond-certified debut album Country Grammar, launching chart-topping hits like “Country Grammar” and “Ride wit Me.” The St. Louis superstar followed with Nellyville, featuring the No. 1 singles “Hot in Herre” and “Dilemma,” and went on to become one of the best-selling hip-hop artists of the 2000s. A three-time Grammy Award winner known for blending rap, R&B, and pop into an unmistakable crossover sound, Nelly continues to bring high-energy performances packed with era-defining hits.

