Select Nights
NOV. 21 – DEC. 30
5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Elmwood Park Zoo’s favorite family tradition, Wild Lights, returns this November, with more lights and decorative attractions than ever before! During this walk-through experience, guests will be surrounded by dazzling light displays, illuminated animals and live entertainment.
Wild Lights Tickets
ANYTIME ADMISSION
Visit Wild Lights without the need to select a specific date or time with our flexible Anytime Admission. Anytime Admission can be used during any Wild Lights date and time listed on the calendar below. Tickets must be redeemed by December 30, 2025.
WE CANNOT ACCEPT ANY FREE ZOO ADMISSION TICKETS OR COUPONS FOR SPECIAL EVENTS, INCLUDING WILD LIGHTS. MEMBERS, INCLUDING COMMUNITY PASS (Previously known as ORGANIZATION MEMBERSHIP) CARD HOLDERS, MUST PURCHASE SEPARATE WILD LIGHTS TICKETS. TICKETS TO WILD LIGHTS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE.
Wild Lights Dates
November: 21, 22, 23, 28, 29, 30
December: 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30
The zoo and Wild Lights will be closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day. Wild Lights is held rain or shine.
Wild Lights Entertainment
Santa Photos
Available through Dec 23
Live Entertainment
Animal Greets
Carousel Rides
Barrel Train
Seasonal Treats
Character Greets
playground
Weather Dependent
ZooBrew
Beer Garden & Bar
Habitat HQ
Trail Of the Jaguar
Dates soon
Join Mrs. Claus for a festive experience where kids can decorate delicious cookies. This experience is $10 per child and can be purchased at the Calle Mae Pavilion on Dec 19 and 23.
Dog Nights
DATES SOON
Don’t forget to bring your furry family member along for your adventure at Wild Lights—available only on Sunday nights! Share the experience with your dog, who can even pose for a photo with Santa.
Parking
Overflow parking is located at 1700 Markley Street (Logan Commerce Center). Beyond the Dunkin’ parking lot on Markley Street, there is a white tent where the shuttle will be available for pick-up and drop-off. The free shuttle operates from 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM in a continuous loop and is available.
Shuttling is provided by Easton Coach.
Sponsors
Interested in volunteering at Wild Lights?
Volunteer for Wild Lights to run educational games, assist with photos, and more! Event volunteers, aged 14 and above (under 16 with an adult), are welcome. Join with friends or coworkers for added fun at Elmwood Park Zoo’s Wild Lights.