Christmas at the Indianapolis Zoo

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 57th year, we’re adding beautiful new décor to enhance your holiday experience. And the best part is it’s all included with regular admission! For more information and to purchase admission Click for Details

CHRISTMAS AT THE ZOO (November 21 - January 3)
❄5pm-9pm Sunday-Thursday
❄5pm-10pm Friday & Saturday
(Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, & New Year's Day)

🎅🏻Discover SANTA'S VILLAGE under the Bicentennial Pavilion:
• EXTRA SANTA VISITS: Holiday magic allows him to be in two places at once.
• MRS. CLAUS' KITCHEN: Free visits with Mrs. Claus
• SANTA'S BARN: See Santa's sleigh and a few of his reindeer
• POLAR PATHWAY: Step inside the tunnel to be surrounded by glowing lights
• STORYTIME with SPRINKLES & HOLLY: Meet our new holiday characters & enjoy nightly storytelling.
• PENGUIN ENCOUNTER: 6-8pm - animal and weather dependent.
• TINSEL TAVERN: Enjoy holiday-themed cocktails for purchase.
• MIRROR MAZE: Laugh your way through the fun twists and turns.

🎄RECYCLE YOUR OLD CHRISTMAS LIGHTS AT THE ZOO!
If your holiday lights are no longer shining bright, don't throw them out! Drop them off in the donation bins at our Entry Plaza and we'll recycle them for you free of charge. Holiday light recycling is presented by our friends at Technology Recyclers.