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Wild Lights


For 24 nights, more than five million LED lights will illuminate trees, buildings and more than 100 animal sculptures throughout the front of the Zoo. Experience the magic as you take in the lights and sights with holiday entertainment and special activities for guests of all ages.

Wild Lights will be held from 5:30 to 9 p.m. on the following nights:
November 20-22, 27-29
December 4-6, 11-13, 18-23, 26-31

Carolers • Ice Carving • Santa Claus • Letters to Santa • Polar Plunge Snow Slide (additional cost) • Arts and Crafts • Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibit • Polar Express 4-D Experience (additional cost) • Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs – The Ride (additional cost) • Seasonal Refreshments (additional cost)

Cost is $9 per person in advance and $11 at the gate for ages 2 and older (under 2 admitted free); parking is $6 per car for Members and non-members. Tickets are available online at www.detroitzoo.org.