Lights Before Christmas at the Toledo Zoo
*The event has already taken place on this date: Sun, 12/31/2023
With over one million lights, the award-winning Big Tree and 200+ illuminated animal images spread out across the Zoo, the 2023 edition of the electrical spectacle is sure to be both merry and bright! Experience the magic of the holiday season at the newly redesigned Winter Village sponsored by Kroger! Enjoy a festive beverage at Twinkle Tavern and shop seasonal merchandise at Enchanted Gifts. Cozy up by a firepit and roast a s'more from The Sweet Shoppe. Don't forget to visit with Santa and share your Christmas wish at Santa's Lodge!
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Create timeless memories among twinkling lights! Find Winter Village at the south side of the Zoo in the Amphitheatre.
Visit with Santa
4-8 p.m. daily, Nov. 17- Dec. 23
Ice Slide
$3 per ride or ride bundles available!
Fly down on your own personal innertube!
Carousel
$3 per ride
Indoor African Carousel
Ice Carving Demo
Thursdays in Dec. at 6 p.m. in Main Plaza. Included with Zoo admission.
Reindeer Encounter
Visit our Reindeer in the Nancy L. & Martin Davidson Barnyard. Included with Zoo admission.
Holly Jolly Express
$3 per ride
Holiday train ride through Africa! Fri, Sat, Sun only. Weather permitting.
Swanton Model Train Railroad Club
Starting 5 p.m. daily in the Cafe. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Included with Zoo admission.
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Organization:
The Toledo Zoo & AquariumLocation:
2 Hippo Way
Toledo, OH, 43614United States
See map: Google Maps
Phone:
419-385-4040Contact name:
Toledo Zoo info
Email address:
The event has already taken place on this date:
12/31/2023
Time:
Open daily 3 – 8 p.m.
*See Website for full hours
Price:
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Ages
All Ages Adults & kids together Adults without kidsWeb Service