Dates for 2022
Nov. 25 - 27, Dec. 2 - 5, 9 - 11, 16 - 23 & 26-30
5 - 9 p.m.
Extra fun at Wild Lights
- Over one million lights and fun photo-ops throughout the zoo.
- Visit with Santa Claus through Dec. 23.
- Meet the Grinch, Snowman, Snow Princess and Snow Queen from Dec. 26-30 from 6 - 8 pm.
- Holly Jolly Hillside featuring lighted North American animals & trees synchronized to music.
- Classic Holiday Town in Grizzly Ridge
- Rockin' Lighted Spectacular with a wall of animated lights set to holiday music
- Stop by Mrs. C's Sweets for s'mores and other treats.
- Buy a glass of beer or add an adult jolt in your hot chocolate or coffee.
*Event subject to change due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Prices
Online Tickets
- Akron Zoo member adult: $11
- Akron Zoo member child (ages 2-14): $8
- Non-member adult: $15
- Non-member child (ages 2-14): $11
- Non-member parking: $3 per vehicle
- Infant (under two): Free, but does require a ticket
Walk-Up Tickets (Tickets purchased at the door)
- Akron Zoo member adult: $14
- Akron Zoo member child (ages 2-14): $11
- Non-member adult: $18
- Non-member child (ages 2-14): $14
- Non-member parking: $5 per vehicle
- Infant (under two): Free, but does require a ticket
Tickets will be on sale in mid-October.
Wild Lights Safari Tours
Our Wild Lights Safari Tours will return in 2022! Enjoy a private golf cart tour of Wild Lights! During the exclusive tour, an Akron Zoo staff member will drive you through the zoo decorated in dazzling holiday lights.
Presenting Sponsor:
Costume characters provided by Imaginos Productions LLC.