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EXPERIENCE OUR BELOVED HOLIDAY TRADITION! Dating back to 1967, the Indianapolis Zoo was the first zoo in the nation to hold a holiday lights event. Year after year, Christmas at the Zoo continues to grow. For our 55th year, we’re adding beautiful new décor to enhance your holiday experience.
- Extra Opportunities to Visit Santa: Meet the Kris Kringle in Santa’s Study warmed by Peterman Brothers from 5pm until close. Or escape to the tropics to see Vacation Santa from 3-9 pm at Flights of Fancy.
- White River Gardens: The reopening of the White River Gardens brings more lights and sights to this year’s holiday celebration.
- New Characters: Meet our new festive characters, the Ice Princess and Jack Frost, as they spread holiday fun & cheer at the Zoo.
- Mrs. Claus’ Kitchen: Visit with Mrs. Claus and help decorate cookies through Dec. 30.
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If you’re looking for a unique spin on Christmas lights and holiday fun in Indy, check out Christmas at the Zoo. This is an annual event and family favorite at the Indianapolis Zoo. Every December, we put on our winter coats and step out into the wild during the holiday season! The Indianapolis Zoois full of sparkling, twinkling lights. It’s beauti...
The zoo’s new Indianapolis Colts Welcome Plaza allowing entry to the zoo through White River State Gardens opened in May of 2023. The beautiful formal garden provides a whole new canvas for the zoo to dress up for the holiday season. Expect to see arbors, trees, and topiaries all decked out with twinkling lights, with the glassy windows of the Hilb...
Christmas at the Zoo is free for Zoo members and included with regular Zoo admission. See more info and purchase tickets on the Indianapolis Zoo website.
Reservations are recommended, to guarantee entry and to save you money! Tickets are often cheaper when purchased in advance online. Santa’s Village is a beautiful part of Christmas at the Zoo. Under the Bicentennial Pavilion, Santa’s Village is the centerpiece of all the holiday festivities. Here, you can encounter penguins and other winter animals...
2023’s Christmas at the Zoo begins November 18 and runs through December 30. The Indianapolis Zoo opens daily at noon. Christmas at the Zoo festivities are from 5 – 9 p.m. on Sunday-Thursday and 5-10 p.m. on Friday-Saturday. The Zoo is closed on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
Planning to spend a festive holiday evening at the Indianapolis Zoo’s Christmas at the Zoo? Don’t miss out on a single moment of Christmas magic with these hints. 1. While the zoo is a popular destination throughout the summer months, many of the animals like to show off even more when it gets cold outside. Stroll through the Forests exhibit to see...
Dec 15, 2023 · Saturday: 2-10 p.m. Christmas 2023: 20+ holiday shows, movies, lights and traditions around Indianapolis. Indianapolis Zoo tickets. Ticket prices range from about $15-$30, depending on the...
Nov 18, 2023 · Christmas at the Zoo features new experiences, more lights and more nights than ever this year. The event kicks off Nov. 18 and continues daily through Dec. 30, 2023, closed only on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, and Day.
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- November 18, 2023
- December 31, 2023
Join us for a look at the Indianapolis Zoo's Christmas at the Zoo event. This event takes place during regular Zoo hours and runs from mid November to the e...
Nov 15, 2022 · Christmas at the Zoo returns Nov. 19 and continues through Dec. 30, except Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. The 54th year of Christmas at the Zoo will include new characters, more lights displays and fun experiences for zoogoers of all ages.
