ZOOLIGHTS, presented by Olympia Trust Company, is set to be BIGGER, BRIGHTER, and BOLDER than ever before!
Date/Time: Jan 1 2025, 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Calgary, Wilder Institute/Calgary ZooCost: $18.45
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Back for its 28th season, the city’s favourite sparkling spectacle is sure to ignite your festive spirit as the zoo transforms into a magical winter wonderland.
Experience the magic of twinkling lights and dazzling displays, where the festive spirit brings you closer to family, friends, and the heart of the community. With ice skating, axe throwing, delicious treats, animal facts, and more, there are so many memories to be made on chilly nights under the twinkling lights!
What’s New This Year?
New themed areas and activities bring even more ZOOLIGHTS fun.
- Crash. Bang. Wallop. What’s that sound? It’s the mischievous elves of “The Festive Forest” setting up for their big show! See who you can spot, and hear, as you make your way through to Santa’s sleigh for an “Elfie Selfie”.
- Swing into the enchanting, leafy lights of a Madagascan forest and immerse yourself in the world of “Lemur Tales.” Explore art pieces, fun facts, and more in this captivating new light display.
- Stroll across Discovery Bridge and become mesmerized by a unique light show, with vibrant patterns reflecting down into the water below.
- Step into “Savannah Sparkle” in Exploration Asia under the glow of red, yellow, and green lights. Discover the wonders of Africa, with a glowing drum display and soundtracks that transport you to a festive escape.
- Take a whimsical walk through “Aurora Gardens,” where a glowing polar bear awaits, surrounded by the purples, blues, and whites of the aurora dancing above you.
- Dance along the “Merry and Bright Tree Trail” presented by TC Energy aglow with colourful ground lighting and a choreographed light display set to a holiday soundtrack.
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