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Bronx Zoo’s Holiday Lights
The Bronx Zoo’s Holiday Lights is back for another enchanting season of family-friendly fun. Featuring millions of lights, hundreds of wildlife lanterns, and an array of new and returning activities, the beloved winter festival welcomes visitors of all ages to make lasting memories at the Bronx Zoo. Guests will enjoy:
❄️ NEW Freeze Zone: A thrilling snow tube slide, epic illuminated ice-themed throne, snowmen photo ops, and virtual snowball throwing
🦚 Lantern Safaris: Stroll among more than 400 glowing wildlife lanterns spread across six geographically themed lantern trails.
🪼Enchanted Sea: The undersea world comes to life with interactive projections, a jellyfish celebration in lights, and NEW captivating puppetry.
🎄Light Show Experiences: Including a towering holiday tree with synchronized musical light performances and a dazzling walk-through Light Tunnel.
🚂 Holiday Train: The family-favorite kids’ ride returns for 2025.
🧊 Ice Carving: Witness expert artists craft wildlife art from giant ice blocks.
🪩 Illuminated Performers: Encounter and pose for photos with animal-themed illuminated performers.
🎭 Wildlife Theater: The Bronx Zoo’s own theater company leads puppet adventures and wildlife trivia.
☕️ Seasonal Treats: Warm up with hot cocoa, adult beverages, roasted s’mores, churros, pretzels, and more for purchase at in-house refreshment stations
Holiday Lights will run on select dates from November 21, 2025 – January 4, 2026. Tickets are required and must be reserved in advance. Visit BronxZoo.com/holiday-lights/tickets to view available dates and times or book an Any-Night ticket for the flexibility to visit when it works best for you.
