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Lights Before Christmas
November 16 - Dec 31, 2007

Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, & Christmas Day

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During the holiday season, the Zoo is transformed into a winter wonderland. The "Lights Before Christmas" holiday event features over ONE MILLION lights, over 200 images of your favorite animals, ice-carving demonstrations on Thursday evenings, carolers, holiday treats, the Swanton Area Railroad model trains, and visit with Santa in the Indoor Theatre. Also be sure to check out our 85-foot Norway Spruce located behind the Conservatory. Adorned with over 32,000 lights, this spruce boasts more lights than the famous Christmas tree in New York City’s Rockefeller Center! You can also find unique gifts and souvenirs in the North Star Trading Post gift shop.  Don't miss out on this family tradition!

Back by popular demand! The dynamic "Dancing Lights" show, utilizing state-of-the-art LED wide-angle mini lights, synchronized to classic holiday tunes. The show, which will be repeated throughout the evening for visitors’ convenience, is located in a large grove of trees near Cheetah Valley. And don't forget to visit Santa while you're here through December 23.

Lights Before Christmas Fun Facts

"Lights Before Christmas" Regular Admission
Adults (age 12-59): $9.00
Seniors (age 60+): $6.00
Children (age 2-11): $6.00
Children under age 2: FREE

Please note: Photo packages with Santa are available for sale in the Indoor Theatre. Personal photography of your child with Santa is not permitted.


The "Lights Before Christmas" event is a great way to thank your employees. For more information on group tickets (20 or more) and rental facilities, call the Group Sales Department at the Zoo at (419) 385-5721, ext. 3092.

"Lights Before Christmas" Advanced Group Admission
(For groups of 20 or more & purchased in advance)
Adults (age 12-59): $7.00
Seniors (age 60+): $5.00
Children (age 2-11): $5.00
Children under age 2: FREE

"Lights" Hours
The "Lights Before Christmas" is displayed nightly from November 16 - December 31, 2007. (Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day)

Monday through Thursday  5:00-8:00 PM
(Park closes at 9:00 PM)

Friday through Sunday   5:00-9:00 PM
(Park closes at 10:00 PM)

 

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