2026 Cook County Military and Veterans Resource Fair

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle and the Board of Commissioners present:

The Cook County Department of Veterans Affairs cordially invites veterans, service members, military families, caregivers and survivors to the 2026 Cook County Military and Veterans Resource Fair.

The fair brings military, veteran and community organizations together under one roof to connect the military community with the services and benefits they earned. Attendees can connect with local, state, federal and nonprofit organizations offering assistance with health care and wellness programs, employment, education services, benefits and more.

Attendees are encouraged to show proof of military service. Please bring one of the following, if available: DD Form 214 with photo ID, veteran ID card or military CAC.

October 17 is Military Appreciation Day at Brookfield Zoo Chicago. Zoo admission and parking are FREE for event attendees.

Find more event information on the Cook County Department of Veterans Affairs website

Discovery Center, Brookfield Zoo Chicago
3300 Golf Road, Brookfield, IL 60513

October 17 | 11 AM – 3 PM