
The Bronx Zoo’s Holiday Lights features millions of lights, hundreds of wildlife lanterns, and an array of new and returning activities:
- The new Freeze Zone: A snow tube slide, 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 puppetry.
- Light Show Experiences: Including a towering holiday tree with synchronized musical light performances and a dazzling walk-through Light Tunnel.
- Holiday Train
- Ice Carving: Witness expert artists craft wildlife art from giant ice blocks.
- Illuminated Performers: Encounter and pose for photos with animal-themed illuminated performances.
- 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 to January 4.
Tickets are required and must be reserved in advance.