Bronx Zoo Holiday Lights
Through Jan 3Nov 21 – Jan 3 · 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM · Select nights Nov 21, 2026 – Jan 3, 2027 (Nov 21–22, 27–29; Dec 3–6, 10–13, 17–23, 26–31; Jan 2–3). Open arrival starts at 1:00 PM; lanterns light up at 4:30 PM; last entry at 8:00 PM. Sensory-inclusive night on Dec 3.
Bronx Zoo2300 Southern Blvd, Bronx, NY 10460 · 11.7 mi approx. from New YorkDirections
All ages (free for toddlers under 3; stroller friendly trails)
From $41.95Adults (13+) $41.95; Children (3–12) $26.95; Seniors (65+) $36.95; Children under 3 free. WCS members receive 40% discount.
About this adventure
The Bronx Zoo transforms into an illuminated nighttime spectacle featuring thousands of brilliant life-sized animal lanterns representing wildlife from Africa, Asia, the Americas, and the ocean. Families can take a festive ride on the Holiday Train, roast marshmallows at s'mores fire pits, watch live ice-carving competitions, and enjoy synchronized musical light shows at Astor Court. Holiday Lights tickets include 2-in-1 entry allowing daytime zoo exploration starting at 1:00 PM before the lights illuminate at 4:30 PM.
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