Celebrate the season with L.A.’s not-to-be-missed holiday adventure in the heart of the city.
Explore an immersive landscape with dazzling new lantern sculptures of larger-than-life animals and holiday wonders, for a nature-focused seasonal celebration that’s as inspiring as it is breathtaking. This year’s experience features all-new sights and delights and the return of Santa himself. (Santa photos available for an additional fee.) VIP offerings, Sensory-Inclusive Zoo Lights, Pride Night, and Holiday Pajama Weekend are available.
Your L.A. Zoo Lights ticket purchase supports the Zoo’s mission to save wildlife, enrich communities, and create connections to nature.
Nightly Ticket Prices
November 15, 2024–January 5, 2025
6–10 p.m.
Value nights
November 15-17, 20-21, and 27; December 3-5, and 11-12; January 1-2
Adults (13+) $29 / $23 for members
Children (2–12) $18 / $13 for members
Value Weekends
November 22–24, and 29–30; December 1 and 6–8; January 3–5
Adults (13+) $32 / $26 for members
Children (2–12) $20 / $15 for members
Holiday Pajama Weekend is Friday–Sunday, December 6–8!
Holiday Weeks
December 13–23, and 26–31
Adults (13+) $35 / $29 for members
Children (2–12) $23 / $18 for members
GLAZA members save up to 28% on tickets. Not a member? Join today!
Change of plans? Rebook your tickets to another date for a $5 per ticket fee, plus any difference in ticket prices. Subject to ticket availability.
Closed most Mondays and Tuesdays, plus Thanksgiving Day (November 28), Christmas Eve (December 24), and Christmas Day (December 25)
Box Office is open from 5:45 p.m. to 8:45 p.m.
No box office sales on Fridays or Saturdays.
To inquire about tickets for groups of 15 or more, please email tickets@lazoo.org or call 323-473-4822 with your contact information, requested number of tickets, and preferred date and time.
Children younger than two are free and don’t require a ticket. Service fee is included in the purchase price. Rain or shine. No refunds.
VIP Offerings
Tickets available online only.
Community & Theme Nights
Members
In addition to saving up to 28% on nightly tickets, members can also enjoy an exclusive entrance to L.A. Zoo Lights every night plus special giveaways on select dates. Details below. Not a member? Join or renew today.
Memberships are non-refundable and non-transferable.
L.A. Zoo Lights Member Appreciation Calendar
Wednesday, 11/20
Thursday, 11/21
Wednesday, 12/4
Thursday, 12/5
Wednesday, 12/11
Thursday, 12/12
Thursday, 1/2
Friday, 1/3
Saturday, 1/4
Sunday, 1/5
Organizational Support
Presented by
The Angela Collier Foundation
Corporate leaders
Private Events, Groups & Corporate
Private Events
The Zoo offers wildly unique private event locations and unforgettable experiences during L.A. Zoo Lights. To learn more and start planning your event, click here.
Groups
To get a special discounted rate for groups of 15 or more, email for pricing and orders.
Corporate Nights
Companies can enjoy a great rate on L.A. Zoo Lights: Animals Aglow tickets for employees, members, friends, and family. It’s a wonderful way for your whole organization to experience the dazzling wonderment together. Email for details.
Corporate Gifts
Share the wonder with employees, customers, prospects, and partners by giving L.A. Zoo Lights: Animals Aglow tickets as a corporate gift. Group discounts available for orders of 15 or more. Email for pricing and orders.