Handcrafted ice pop brand returns for second season with expanded footprint
Lofty Pops, a handcrafted ice pop company, is now available at Brookfield Zoo Chicago for the 2026 season with an expanded presence, building on a successful partnership in 2025 with SSA Group—the Zoo’s official concession and retail provider. Lofty Pops now offers guests even greater access through a dedicated kiosk and a mobile cart.
Lofty Pops are chef-developed and handcrafted with real fruit and organic ingredients, free from artificial colors and flavors. Each pop is dairy-free, gluten-free and allergen-friendly, with completely plastic-free, home compostable packaging—supporting Brookfield Zoo Chicago’s sustainability efforts while offering families a premium frozen treat option that meets growing demand for clean-label concessions.
“Our goal is to modernize frozen concessions by delivering a product that reflects how families eat today,” said Natalie Heiter, co-founder and chief marketing officer of Lofty Pops. “We’re thrilled to build on the momentum from our first year at Brookfield Zoo Chicago by expanding our presence this season and making Lofty Pops even more accessible to families visiting the Zoo.”
Brookfield Zoo Chicago guests can find Lofty Pops at the North Gate Market, South Gate Market and Coast Gifts. The kiosk is located outside Graze Kitchen near The Living Coast and a mobile cart will be positioned outside during special events.
As one of the largest metropolitan areas in the Midwest, Chicagoland continues to see rising demand for better-for-you food options, particularly in high-traffic family venues. Lofty Pops’ expansion into this market reflects a broader shift toward cleaner ingredients and more inclusive offerings that cater to a wide range of dietary needs.
Lofty Pops offers a rotating lineup of fruit-forward flavors, including Strawberry Lemon, Watermelon Bliss, Orange Dreamsicle, Dino Pop and more.
As Lofty Pops continues to expand, the company is focused on strategic growth across zoos, amusement venues and regional attractions, with plans for continued Midwest expansion in 2026.
Get a taste of Lofty Pops this summer at Brookfield Zoo Chicago located at 8400 31st Street, Brookfield, IL 60513. Visit www.loftypops.com to learn more.About Lofty Pops
Lofty Pops is a handcrafted ice pop brand founded by a brother-and-sister team dedicated to creating better-for-you frozen treats. Each flavor is chef-crafted using real fruit and certified organic ingredients, with no artificial colors or flavors. Lofty Pops are dairy-free, gluten-free and allergen-friendly, making them accessible to families with diverse dietary needs. Since launching in 2024, Lofty Pops has expanded to premier family destinations across the Midwest and is continuing its national growth in 2026. For more information, visit https://www.loftypops.com or follow @eatloftypops on social media.
