L.A. Zoo Lights: Animals Aglow November 13-January 11
L.A. Zoo Lights: Animals Aglow November 13-January 11*
NEW! “Good Any Night” tickets on sale beginning October 13.
L.A. Zoo Lights is L.A.’s wildest holiday tradition. Guests immerse themselves in a dazzling world of lantern sculptures and lights, with exciting new elements that will delight and entertain the entire family. In 2025 the event brings guests through a holiday themed wonderland; the weird and wonderful world of plants and pollinators featuring larger than life birds, butterflies, insects and flowers; glowing lanterns depicting wildlife of Southeast Asia; and an African landscape that includes representation of the continent’s iconic regions and wildlife, all illuminated by spectacular sculptural lights.
In addition to the all-new lanterns and light displays, the Zoo is returning some of last year’s fan favorites including the interactive displays, a giant walk-in kaleidoscope, seasonal treats and cocktails, and photo-ops through the park including Santa Claus himself. (Santa photos will be available for an additional fee.) Guests can ride the carousel and enjoy warming treats like churros, smores, and hot cocoa. Those 21 and older can enjoy beer, wine, and spiked hot cocoa available every night, and credit card bars Friday through Sunday.
Your L.A. Zoo Lights ticket purchase supports the Zoo’s mission to save wildlife, enrich communities, and create connections to nature.
FREE parking
Holiday magic for all ages
Seasonal treats and cash bars
Tickets start at $19
* Closed most Mondays and Tuesdays, plus Thanksgiving Day (November 27), Christmas Eve (December 24), Christmas Day (December 25), and New Year’s Eve (December 31). Box Office is open on event days from 5:45 p.m. to 8:45 p.m.
Tickets go on sale October 13, 2025
Good Any Day Tickets!
Non-member adults (13+) $29; children (2–12) $19
Member adults (13+) $24; children (2-12) $14
TICKET PRICES (BEGINNING NOVEMBER 1)
VALUE WEEKDAYS
November 13, 19-20, and 26; December 3–4 and 9–11; January 5-8
Non-member adults (13+) $29; children (2–12) $19
Member adults (13+) $24; children (2-12) $14
VALUE WEEKENDS
November 14-16, and 21-23; December 5-7; January 2-4 and 9-11
Non-member adults (13+) $32; children (2–12) $22
Member adults (13+) $27; children (2-12) $17
PEAK PRICING
November 28-30; December 12-14, 17-23, and 26-30; January 1
Non-member adults (13+) $35; children (2–12) $25
Member adults (13+) $30; children (2-12) $20
Guests with 6 p.m. tickets may enter any time from 6 to 8:45 p.m. Guests with 7:30 p.m. tickets may enter any time from 7:30 to 8:45 p.m.
A few things to know before you go:
The Box Office at the Zoo is open from 5:45 to 8:45 p.m.
Admission gates close at 8:45 p.m.
Be aware that regular commuter traffic around the Zoo on weeknight evenings is heaviest from 5 to 7 p.m.
All parking lot gates are open to enter and exit the lot.
Parking is also available in adjacent lots at the Autry Museum and the lot south of the main Zoo lot.
Lots of great food and drinks are available in the Zoo. Outside food and drinks are not permitted–including those purchased from vendors outside of the Zoo’s front entrance.
Lines at individual attractions end at 9:45pm nightly.
