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Nov
21
Dec
31
Presented by We Energies Foundation
Nov. 21-29, Dec. 3-31; except closed Nov. 24-27, 30, Dec. 1-2, 8-9, 15-16, 24-25
Wild Lights and frosty nights! Experience the magic of the Zoo after dark, walking through hundreds of thousands of sparkling lights throughout the forest and pathways. Enjoy an enchanted evening under the stars in an illuminated destination glowing with a variety of animal-themed light displays.
Early Bird Special Pricing – Now Through Nov. 9
Nov
23
Presented by We Energies Foundation
Nov. 23, Dec. 7, 14, 21
Special “Drive Thru” dates offer a different experience — to enjoy Wild Lights from the comfort of your car!
Dec
1
Dec
31
Sponsored by Hawks Landscape
‘Tis the season for cherished traditions, and one of the Zoological Society’s favorite traditions is the magical Fantastic Forest! This prelude to Wild Lights features almost 70 trees throughout the U.S. Bank Gathering Place that are decorated with animal-themed ornaments by local youth groups. It’s the perfect way to get into the holiday mood before walking onto Zoo grounds to see the lights!
Learn more at www.zoosociety.org/events.
Dec
3
Presented by We Energies Foundation
Dec. 3, 10
Your Wednesday just got wilder! Come see the season’s wildest light show on select Wednesday nights for just $12!
Dec
6
Sponsored by Tri City National Bank & FOX6
Take advantage of all the Zoo has to offer in the winter on this select Saturday when all guests receive free admission (parking and regular attraction fees still apply). Warm up in the indoor animal buildings, including the Aquatic & Reptile Center or Florence Mila Borchert Big Cat Country.
Dec
7
Presented by We Energies Foundation
Dec. 7, 14, 21
Special “Drive Thru” dates offer a different experience — to enjoy Wild Lights from the comfort of your car!
Dec
10
Presented by We Energies Foundation
Dec. 10
Your Wednesday just got wilder! Come see the season’s wildest light show on select Wednesday nights for just $12!
Dec
11
A special 21+ evening featured at Wild Lights presented by We Energies Foundation
Guests 21+ will enjoy a unique experience with a variety of entertainment, live ice carving demos, an outdoor watch party of the movie Home Alone 2: Lost in New York, special spirits, and festive food for purchase.
Dec
14
Presented by We Energies Foundation
Dec. 14, 21
Special “Drive Thru” dates offer a different experience — to enjoy Wild Lights from the comfort of your car!
Dec
21
Presented by We Energies Foundation
Dec. 21
Special “Drive Thru” dates offer a different experience — to enjoy Wild Lights from the comfort of your car!
Dec
31
Presented by We Energies Foundation
Start a NEW tradition for New Year’s Eve with the Zoo’s Wild Lights special event!
Whether it’s date night with your special someone or a group outing with the family, Wild Lights offers a unique and glittery experience for all! It’s the most wonderful time of the year to stroll along a 1-mile path glowing with animal-themed light displays and hundreds of thousands of shimmering lights. Wild Lights Zoo Year’s Eve is sure to become part of your festivities to ring in the New Year for years to come!