From Nov. 24, 2023 to Jan. 7, 2024, excluding Nov. 28-30, Dec. 25, and Jan. 2-4
Closing time varies depending on the date but each night grounds close 90 minutes after final ticket reservation time. Once you enter the zoo, you are welcome to stay until the event ends. Please check the zoo’s website the day of your visit to verify hours for your visit date.
Timed ticket reservations are required. Please arrive within 15 minutes of your scheduled entry time. If you choose to drive, please allow ample time for parking. Gates close 15 minutes after the last ticket time of the night; late entry is not permitted beyond this time.
Check out our Zoo Lights page for a operating calendar, ticket prices and map of the event.
Please note, admission to Zoo Lights is not included with a daytime admission ticket. All daytime visitors must exit the zoo at our daytime closing time even if they have a same-night ticket for Zoo Lights. Zoo Lights ticketholders can re-enter at the event start time.