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Elmwood Park Zoo Presents: WILD LIGHTS

New for 2018, join us to experience the magic of the season!

November 14, 2018

Looking for the best holiday light adventure in the area? Look no further than Elmwood Park Zoo's WILD LIGHTS!  


This year, Elmwood will be premiering a new holiday tradition for your family.  Come experience millions of dazzling LED lights as you and your little ones take in this magical experience travelling down "Disco Ball Way" and "Candy Cane Lane".  In addition to the light spectacular there will be several attractions available to complete the holiday fun.  Holiday snacks and themed drinks will be available for purchase throughout the evening. Guests 21 and over can enjoy wine and draft beers at our Zoo Brew Beer Garden & Bar.


WILD LIGHTS will open November 16th and run on select dates through December 31st beginning at 6PM each evening, so plan your trip today!  For those families with little ones, great news! Children two and under are FREE to attend!  Tickets are already available for purchase, to reserve your spot or to view the calendar of dates, click here.   

The holiday magic includes: 


Santa's Workshop

No holiday event is complete without a visit with the big guy himself.  Have your family pose for pictures with Santa and real-life reindeer in front of a beautiful background, complete with those sparkling lights! 


Children's Attractions

Both the zoo's carousel and the train will be running to delight your little ones as they marvel in the beautiful light installations. 


Zip Line Adventure

For those feeling a bit more adventurous, the zip line will be up and running!  As you soar over the bison enclosure, you'll activate a light tunnel below- a truly phenomenal experience you won't find anywhere else this season. 


Desert Party with Bubby the Bison

On select Sundays in December (2nd, 9th, 16th, and 23rd), join Bubby the bison mascot for a special desert party!  He'll be serving up delicious holiday-themed treats, a hot chocolate bar, and gingerbread decorating! 


As if WILD LIGHTS weren't exciting enough, Macaroni Kid Southern Montgomery & Reading have teamed up to raffle off 4 family four packs of tickets! Enter the contest for your chance to win today!


With something for everyone, don't miss your chance to join Elmwood Park Zoo for this fantastic event sure to quickly become a part of your family's annual holiday traditions! Please note: some attractions will require an additional fee after entry. 


WILD LIGHTS is generously sponsored by: 

Additional support for WILD LIGHTS provided by:

Valley Forge Tourism and Convention Board