A holiday favorite is back and brighter than ever! ZooLights, presented by U.S. Bank, opens Nov. 21 at the Oregon Zoo with shimmering life-size animal silhouettes, glittering forests of lighted trees and illuminated rides on the zoo train. Tickets are on sale now at oregonzoo.org/lights.
“ZooLights brings the magic of the holidays to life,” said zoo events director Jamie Inglis. “About 90% of the installations are completed by our staff right here at the zoo, which makes it extra special for all of us!”
This year’s festival features returning favorites, installations from local artists and makers, and some exciting new displays. A set of bright panels in the central plaza highlights the zoo’s conservation efforts on behalf of species such as California condors, northwestern pond turtles and Oregon silverspot butterflies. And 30 more luminous creatures — including flamingos, beavers, bears and elephants — join the cast of glowing wildlife lanterns along the train route.
Tickets are still available for BrewLights — a 21+ event that blends a craft beverage fest with the radiant atmosphere of ZooLights, held Nov. 14–15. Guests can sample a selection of more than 100 local beers, seltzers and ciders from more than 50 Northwest vendors while enjoying live music and strolling among the millions of lights.
“Plus this year, you can take MAX to ZooLights or BrewLights on us,” Inglis said. “Your admission ticket is also your ‘ticket to ride’ TriMet to and from the zoo on your admission date.”
ZooLights and BrewLights are special events and are not included with regular daytime admission. Members receive 20% off regularly priced ZooLights tickets and may also purchase tickets for an exclusive Nov. 16 preview. All guests, including members, must reserve tickets in advance.
ZooLights is presented by U.S. Bank with support from iHeartMedia.
Source: Oregon Zoo