More About Christmas at the Indianapolis Zoo - Sensory Friendly Nights

On December 2 and December 16 starting at 5pm, Christmas at the Zoo will be a low-sensory experience with alterations to sound, smell and lighting. Free sensory bags are available upon request at the Visitor’s Services Center when entering the Zoo. Quiet rooms will be available for those who need them. For more information and to purchase admission, please visit Click for Details

🎅🏻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 through December 23
• 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.

Date & Time

December 2, 2026
5:00pm

Additional Dates

This event also occurs on:
12/16/2026

Location

Indianapolis Zoo
1200 W. Washington St.
Indianapolis, IN 46222

Contact Info

Indianapolis Zoo, General Information

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