Oregon Zoo Hosts Its Annual Zoo Lights With 1 5 Million Lights Every Year

It might still be more than a month before Christmas, but holiday celebrations get underway in just a few short weeks. Not feeling the holiday spirit yet? You might, after getting a glimpse of 1.5 million glittering, magical lights at the Oregon Zoo.

Visit the Oregon Zoo this holiday season as it presents ZooLights, starting on November 21st and running through January 5th.

Oregon Zoo/Facebook The zoo is located at 4001 Southwest Canyon Rd., Portland, OR 97221.

1.5 million twinkling lights will put you right in the holiday spirit this season.

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Take a stroll through sparkling tunnels of light…

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…and meander down snowy paths surrounded by vibrant colors. This is a winter wonderland you won’t want to miss.

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The zoo’s train also gets decked out in lights, so climb aboard for a fun, holiday light-filled ride.

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ZooLights is a holiday venue unlike any other. Where else will you see so many whimsical creatures depicted in LED lights?

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From the glimmering hippo…

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…to the charming orangutan and her baby, you’ll want to see them all.

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Bundle up and enjoy the lighted murals, tunnels, and displays, then grab some hot cocoa and tasty treats from the food carts. Santa will be onsite to say hello through December 23rd.

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Clear a space on your holiday calendar for this magical winter wonderland. ZooLights opens every evening at 5 p.m., and goes until 9 p.m.. It’s closed on November 22nd and December 24th and 25th.

Oregon Zoo/Facebook Get your tickets online in advance here. Tickets are $17.95 for visitors 12 and older, $12.95 for those ages 3-11. Admission for seniors 65+ is $15.95. Visit on Value Nights for $5 off every ticket! Value Nights are November 26th and 29th, December 3rd-6th, and December 10th-13th. Purchase value tickets online here.

Do you plan on visiting Oregon Zoo Lights this year? Tag the friends and family you want to bring along!

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The zoo is located at 4001 Southwest Canyon Rd., Portland, OR 97221.

Get your tickets online in advance here. Tickets are $17.95 for visitors 12 and older, $12.95 for those ages 3-11. Admission for seniors 65+ is $15.95. Visit on Value Nights for $5 off every ticket! Value Nights are November 26th and 29th, December 3rd-6th, and December 10th-13th. Purchase value tickets online here.

To see even more holiday lights this season, plan on visiting this dreamy drive-through light show in Portland.

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