Holiday Lights Tickets

Enjoy a magical night this holiday season at the Bronx Zoo.

-Advanced tickets are required.
-ANY-NIGHT tickets are valid for one-time use on any public event date. Public event dates are: 2026: November 21-22 and 27–29. December 3–6, 10–13, 17–23, 26–31. 2027: January 2–3. (December 3 is a Sensory Friendly Night with some modifications of the experiences.) Subject to blackout dates.
-Entry must be between 1:00pm and 8:00pm. Do not arrive prior to 1:00pm. Last entry at 8:00pm. Park closes at 9:00pm.
-Be aware that lights go on and lantern trails open at 4:30pm. Tickets must be shown for access to Holiday Lights activities and lantern trails. Holiday Lights program includes animal exhibits until 400pm. Limited animal exhibits remain open after 4:00pm. The Bug Carousel, Dancing Crane Cafe and Bronx Zoo Store are all open to enjoy from daytime through night.
-Sensory-Inclusive night is Thursday, December 3, 2026.

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-Tickets are rain or shine.
-No credit, refund or cancellation.
-Not for resale.