The holidays are alive and well at Palm Beach Zoo with a spectacular Zoo Lights celebration. Every twist and turn has been transformed into a glowing wonderland perfect for families seeking festive fun this December. More than just a visual spectacle, this is an opportunity to create cherished family traditions and strengthen the bonds that matter most.
As you stroll through the illuminated pathways with your children, you'll discover the Zoo in an entirely new light, literally! Dazzling displays, twinkling animal silhouettes, intricate stone sculptures, and colorful lights create an enchanting atmosphere. Visitors of all ages are sure to enjoy their time at the Zoo. These are the moments that become tomorrow's memories. Your toddler's gasp of wonder at a glowing giraffe, your family making s’mores together, and the whole family gathered together as one in the winter evenings, sharing hot cocoa and laughter.
In our busy world, Zoo Lights offers something increasingly rare. It offers unhurried time together, away from screens and schedules. It's the chance to enjoy each other's company in a magical setting. It's the type of evening that becomes a treasured family tradition. This event will be the one your kids will beg to return to year after year.
As a family, you will all enjoy the spectacular animal sculptures from EnnYe Gallery. Artist Brighton Tendayi brings larger-than-life creatures to an extraordinary reality. These sculptures add an extra layer of wonder and storytelling to your visit. A chat with Brighton will leave your family in awe and further inspired to be a wildlife hero!
Ring in the New Year Early with Zoo Year's Eve
The Zoo Lights celebration has a special touch with a family-friendly Zoo Year's Eve event on December 31, 2025, from 5:30 to 9:00 p.m. These early countdowns give families a chance to enjoy the celebration and fanfare of ringing in a new year.
These moments are so exciting that instead of one countdown, there are four! Guests can ring in the New Year at 5:59, 6:59, 7:59, and 8:59 p.m. Whether your little ones are early-to-bed types or night owls, everyone gets to experience that magical countdown moment together. Each celebration includes complimentary celebratory toasts for guests of all ages with no purchase necessary.
Picture your family gathered together, counting down in unison and welcoming the new year surrounded by glowing lights and the wonder of nature. These experiences strengthen the foundation of family identity. Those moments become stories you'll recall at future gatherings. Those moments will become kindling for the excitement of the holiday season.
Don't miss your chance to see the Zoo transformed into a luminous winter wonderland and create family moments that will shine as brightly as the lights themselves!
