Wild Lights - Hours and Admission

Cheers! sponsored by North Shore Bank
A special 21+ evening featured at Wild Lights presented by We Energies Foundation
5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. (admission gates close at 8:45 p.m.)

On Dec. 5 & 12, guests 21+ will enjoy a unique experience with a variety of entertainment, live ice carving demos, an outdoor showing and watch party, special spirits, and food trucks offering delicious eats for purchase.

Buy online and save! ALL tickets include parking (a $15 value)!

Cheers! Wild Lights Online Admission*
Adult (21+): $22

Cheers! Wild Lights General Admission at the Gate*
Adult (21+): $25
*No additional discount for Zoological Society members.

Reduced admission rates are available for groups of 15 or more:
Adult (21+): $20
Contact our Group Sales Team

Looking for a “Wild” and unique location to hold your birthday or holiday party? From corporate events to friends & family get-togethers, the Zoo offers a variety of options during Wild Lights.

Reduced admission rates are available for groups of 15 or more:
Wild Lights
· Adult (13 and older): $16
· Youth (ages 3 to 12): $14
· Child (2 and under): Free

Cheers! Wild Lights 
· Adult (21+): $20

Check out all the “Wild” options!

Wild Lights Drive Thru
5:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. 

The Drive Thru experience travels on a 1-mile route, along Zoo pathways near the illuminated themed areas, as guests enjoy the warmth and comfort of their car. Food and merchandise stops are available for purchases during this approximately 30-minute ride. Timed entry is every 30 minutes; the last car admittance is at 9:00 p.m.

Advance, online tickets for the Drive Thru are required*
Carload: $40
Zoological Society members save 20% online with code holiday and member ID. Discount must be applied at the time of purchase.

*Because of the nature of this experience, entry is only at the purchased time. Animals are not viewable during these Drive Thru nights.

Wild Lights Wednesdays
5:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. (admission gates close at 8:15 p.m.)

The same Wild Lights experience for those to enjoy during the week.

ALL tickets include parking (a $15 value)!
Adult or Child: $12 at the gate and online; no additional discount for Zoological Society members.

Zoo Year’s Eve
5:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. (admission gates close at 8:15 p.m.)

Buy online and save! ALL tickets include parking (a $15 value)!

Zoo Year’s Eve Online Admission Packages:
Family 4 Pack: $60
Date Night 2 tickets: $30
No additional discount for Zoological Society members.