Buy your tickets in advance to SAVE with our new plan-ahead pricing!
Open select nights
November 22-January 4
5:30-9 p.m.
Embark on a dazzling adventure where the wild glows and magic follows. This holiday season, bring your wildest dreams to life as you journey through the mesmerizing, themed areas and dazzling lights decorating your Dallas Zoo. Stroll through our larger-than-life, magical experience where wild things glow.
General admission
Starting at $16
Dual-Passport Members
Starting at $13
Patron & above Members
FREE
Pre-order online and save!
Pre-order online and save!
Add some extra cheer
Cocoa & Glow
Enjoy a tote bag filled with a sweet treat, vanilla popcorn for snacking, a cuddly plush stuffed animal, cozy cocoa in a festive holiday souvenir cup, a glow necklace to shine all night long, and 3D light-enhancing glasses to make Dallas Zoo Lights really POP!
Online: $50 | $45 for Members
Onsite: $59.99 | $53.99 for Members
Pick up at the Cocoa & Glow tent at the entry plaza.
This event is designed for viewing festive lighting displays. Most of our animals go to bed before the lights come on.
Let your imagination
run wild
Follow the wild light that leads you through Dallas Zoo Lights to create unforgettable memories with your loved ones that will become treasured stories for years.
over two million lights
dazzling lanterns
Holiday-themed photo ops
Musical performances
festive holiday treats
Meet Santa
New and Bright
DinoLand, Brought to you by Reliant
Witness our dinos lit up before their final farewell. Visit DinoLand, included in your Dallas Zoo Lights admission!
Dino Lumina: A Jurassic Adventure
Journey through our one-of-a-kind immersive projection experience, bringing the prehistoric world to life as you roam with dinos.
Visions of the Wild
Explore diverse biomes from around the world in our 360-degree immersive experience, surrounding you with wildlife and more!
Special Events
Member-Only night
Dec. 3
This night is reserved just for members! Get exclusive access to Dallas Zoo Lights when you reserve your tickets for December 3.
Dallas Zoo After Dark:
Wild Lights
Dec. 12
Adults 21+ take over the Zoo for a magical evening at Wild Lights, a one-of-a-kind, adults-only event featuring all the dazzling wonder and excitement of Dallas Zoo Lights.
Sensory Friendly Night
Dec. 16
Families can enjoy the wonder of Dallas Zoo Lights through activities designed for small crowds, a lower volume of music, safe havens, and an opportunity to meet Santa Claus.
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Become a member now and SAVE on a year of adventure! Join at the Patron level or above for FREE admission to Dallas Zoo Lights, and all year long.
Book a Holiday Party
Bring the magic of Dallas Zoo Lights to your next event. Book your holiday party at the Dallas Zoo today!
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