# Christmas at the Zoo at Indianapolis Zoo > Event for families in the Indianapolis–Carmel–Greenwood area (IN). Times are Eastern Time. - When: Nov 21 – Jan 3 · 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM - Where: Indianapolis Zoo, 1200 W Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 46222 - Ages: All ages (Children 2 and under free) - Price: $19-$29 general admission; free for children 2 and under; members free - Organizer: Indianapolis Zoo - Official page: https://www.indianapoliszoo.com/events/christmas-at-the-zoo/ - Last checked: Thu, Nov 5 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 12, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-11), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/indianapolis/activities/christmas-at-the-zoo-at-indianapolis-zoo--listing-2bd3a4ff5d1213b63ae8cb24 ## About Christmas at the Zoo at the Indianapolis Zoo holds the distinguished title of being the very first zoo holiday light show in the United States, delighting Midwestern families since 1967. Thousands of twinkling LED lights illuminate the Bicentennial Pavilion and winding botanical pathways along the White River. Children can visit Santa's Village to explore Santa's Study, share their holiday wish lists with Santa Claus, and meet Mrs. Claus inside her cozy kitchen for cookie decorating. Young visitors can feed real reindeer in the Reindeer Barn, spot cold-weather creatures like penguins, polar bears, and walruses, and embark on a whimsical holiday scavenger hunt. Cozy fire pits are stationed throughout the grounds for roasting campfire s'mores while sipping gourmet peppermint cocoa. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Paved, barrier-free walkways extend through the entire zoo and pavilion; single and double stroller rentals are available at the front gate. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Dedicated private nursing stations equipped with comfortable gliders and family restrooms are located in the Bicentennial Pavilion and Plains Pavilion. • Age Suitability: Perfect for infants, toddlers, young children, and animal lovers of all ages. • Sensory Tips: The Bicentennial Pavilion features gentle glowing light canopies without intense strobe effects; sensory bags with noise-dampening headphones are available at Guest Services. ## Similar picks in Indianapolis - [Christmas Nights of Lights presented by Fifth Third Bank](https://grassyknees.com/indianapolis/activities/christmas-nights-of-lights-presented-by-fifth-third-bank--listing-506cbda622161939479234a5) — Nov 6 – Dec 31 · 6:00 PM · Indiana State Fairgrounds & Event Center · checked Oct 27. 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