# Wild Lights at Elmwood Park Zoo

> Event for families in the Philadelphia–Camden–Wilmington area (PA / NJ / DE / MD). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Nov 20 – Jan 3 · 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- Where: Elmwood Park Zoo, 1661 Harding Blvd, Norristown, PA 19401
- Ages: All ages (stroller friendly paved paths, compact zoo footprint ideal for toddlers)
- Price: $15-$22 per person, free for children under 3. Advance online timed tickets required.
- Organizer: Elmwood Park Zoo
- Official page: https://www.elmwoodparkzoo.org/wild-lights/
- Last checked: Wed, Nov 4

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## About

Montgomery County's premier illuminated holiday tradition, Wild Lights transforms Elmwood Park Zoo into a sparkling winter wonderland with millions of twinkling lights, dynamic illuminated animal sculptures, and animated music tunnels. Families stroll through glowing archways while encountering illuminated sculptures of giraffes, jaguars, and bald eagles.

Kids can ride the illuminated vintage carousel, meet Santa Claus in his workshop for holiday photos, and roast marshmallows over crackling fire pits with s'mores kits. Because Elmwood Park Zoo is compact and intimate, it is easy to navigate for families with toddlers and strollers without the fatigue of large metropolitan parks.

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