First Look: Bronx Zoo Holiday Lights
Exciting news for Westchester and NYC families – the 2022 Bronx Zoo Holiday Lights are now open! Featuring 360 wildlife lanterns with 90 species, including 70 new lanterns and 30 new species, this outdoor immersive experience will surely delight kids of all ages this holiday season.
Held on select dates from November 18th-January 8th, the experience features lantern trails that depict scenes from geographic regions and ecosystems around the world. This includes an illuminated look at North America, Latin America, Africa, Asia, oceans, and the Forest of Color with larger-than-life representations of some of the lesser known but impressively colorful animals and plants vital to life on Earth.
The event includes massive light shows, synchronized to seasonal music, on historic Astor Court. Additional trees and features have been added making this the zoo’s biggest light show experience ever. Glowing animal-themed stilt walkers, train rides, Wildlife Theater shows, ice carving demonstrations, and seasonal treats including s’mores and hot chocolate make for a complete Holiday outing for the whole family.
The Bronx Zoo also added several special nights to their holiday line-up, such as:
- December 2-4: Pajama Party Weekend
- December 26-30: Holiday carolers
- New Year’s Eve: Family-friendly new year countdown
- January 6-8th: Schiff Family Great Hall will be transformed into a one-of-a-kind Illuminated Playground
- November 29: Special sensory-friendly night designed for guests who thrive in a sensory-supportive environment. During this special evening, guests can expect all the elements of a great Holiday Lights experience with some modifications.
Bronx Zoo Holiday Lights Details
Bronx Zoo
2300 Southern Blvd
The Bronx, NY 10460
Bronx Zoo Holiday Lights is held on select dates from November 18th-January 8th.
Tickets for the Bronx Zoo Holiday Lights must be purchased in advance and are date specific. You can get your tickets here. Tickets are $39.95 for ages 13 and up; $24.95 for ages 3-12; and $34.95 for ages 65 and up.
