🗓️ Friday, Nov. 14, 2025-Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026
🕓 4-9 p.m.
💰 Adults: $32.45-$40.95
💰 Children (ages 3-12): $28.45-$35.95
🐤 Free entry for children 2 and under
📍 Woodland Park Zoo: 5500 Phinney Ave. N, Seattle
Ready to brighten up the winter darkness, warm your spirits and add a special sparkle and shine to the holiday season? Look no further than Woodland Park Zoo’s WildLanterns presented by Western Washington Toyota Dealers, a luminous winter wonderland fit for all ages.
Follow the looping path for a larger-than-life, utterly immersive lantern experience. This season, you’ll discover all new lanterns of flora and fauna alongside special themed and interactive zones:
⛰️ Wonderland Trail: Woodland creatures from the Pacific Northwest and Mount Rainier🐟 Meandering Mangrove: Resplendent reptiles and fish
🌸 Beneath the Blossoms: Amazing botanical blooms
🌲 Forest Trailhead: A celebration of the animals coming to Woodland Park Zoo’s new exhibit opening in 2026
🎨 Interactive Zone: Hands-on activities for all ages
Stop by The Frosted Glass to sip seasonal beverages and cocktails that will warm up your evening, and don’t miss nightly acrobatic performances that dazzle.
Love a theme? Enjoy one of the zoo’s theme nights to make your WildLanterns experience shine even brighter:
🦉 Nov. 22, Dec. 12 & Jan. 2: 21+ Night Owls
Sip holiday cocktails, explore lantern displays, cozy up by the fire and enjoy tasty treats, caricatures and more — all in a kid-free environment.
🎋 Nov. 25: Holiday Senior Stroll
Guests aged 65+ can enjoy this festive event at 40% off regular ticket prices for this special night.
📸 Nov. 30: Family Photo Night
Meet the man in red and capture the perfect holiday card photo among festive lanterns and backdrops.
🎧 Dec. 2 & Jan. 8: Low Sensory Nights
Lowered volume, reduced flashing lights and peaceful displays create a calmer experience for all guests.
👨🎤 Dec. 13: Pop Star Night
Shine under the spotlight as you walk the red carpet, strike a pose under glowing lanterns and unleash your inner diva.
🧶 Dec. 19: Ugly Sweater Night
Show off your boldest, brightest and most delightfully tacky holiday sweaters in a glowing world of cheer.
🧸 Jan. 10: Onesie Night
Bundle up in your favorite onesie or matching family PJs for a night of comfort, creativity and glowing fun.
🏈 Jan. 17: Seattle Sports Night
Show off your Seattle sports spirit with jerseys, scarves and team colors, plus photo ops and prizes for the most spirited gear.
WildLanterns presented by Western Washington Toyota Dealers returns to Woodland Park Zoo! Illuminate your holidays now through Jan. 18.
