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LumiNature is back at the Philly Zoo in 2024

More than One Million Holiday Lights will Dazzle Visitor to the Zoo this Season

November 15, 2024

The Philadelphia Zoo is excited to share that LumiNature, presented by PNC, is making its grand return! From November 21st to January 4th, visitors can enjoy over a million twinkling holiday lights. This enchanting winter light show promises to deliver stunning displays, vibrant light performers, and unforgettable moments this festive season.

Explore 16 beautifully illuminated spaces that transport guests on a stunning expedition, celebrating the magnificence of wildlife and the beauty of our planet.

This year's light show promises to be the most engaging experience yet, inviting you to play, dance, and move like never before! Indulge in a fresh selection of delightful sweet and savory snacks that everyone can savor. 

This year brings exciting new experiences! 

  • Step into the enchanting “Polar Play,” where you can embark on your own adventure in a vibrant land filled with dazzling lights and joyous laughter. 
  • Experience “LumiNature 360,” a breathtaking 360-degree showcase of wildlife, featuring mesmerizing scenes of animals from across the globe, all illuminated by 100,000 sparkling lights! 
  • Indulge your sweet tooth in the delightful new area, Beary Sweet, where you can stroll through a whimsical world of gummy bears, candy, and an abundance of sugary treats. 
  • As you wander through “Wild Flurries,” another fresh illuminated zone, challenge yourself to find the unique animal patterns hidden within giant snowflakes, just like no two snowflakes are alike. 
  • And don’t forget to strut your stuff and see how you measure up to one of nature’s most flamboyant creatures—the peacock! 

LumiNature is set to dazzle with impressive numbers, including: 

  • More than a million twinkling lights and over 10 miles of power cord 
  • A stunning 20-foot tall coral reef and a holiday tree inspired by the ocean, featuring a magnificent giant sea turtle 
  • A breathtaking, sparkling waterfall and vine wall adorned with 20,000 lights 
  • An eye-catching display of 150,000 shimmering pink and aquamarine lights
  •  400 glowing globes illuminating the Septa PZ Express Train 
  • A towering 40-foot tall penguin radiating with 40,000 lights 
  • Over 1,500 illuminated flamingos and 200 glowing penguins 
  • A charming 25-foot tall flamingo holiday tree in delightful pink 
  • A 100-foot long jungle tunnel aglow with 4,000 lights 
  • A 22-foot tall butterfly tree embellished with 4,000 butterflies 
  • A 20-foot tall snake sparkling with 5,000 lights 
  • A 15-foot tall blue gorilla adorned with a glowing lei 
  • 20 giant, floating jellyfish adding to the magical atmosphere.

TICKETS AND GENERAL INFORMATION

Tickets are now available for purchase! We encourage guests to buy their timed-tickets in advance and secure their reservations at philadelpihazoo dot org. 

  • LumiNature Adult (Ages 12+) $22
  • LumiNature Child (Ages 2-11) $18
  • LumiNature Infant (Under 2) FREE

For more details on tickets and membership, head over to philadelphiazoo.org/luminature

Tickets are on sale now - with anytime tickets being offered through November 15th.


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