LumiNature
Visitors can walk through thousands of illuminated displays spread across the zoo's 42 acres. Guests can also collect stamps in a holiday passport and use a Zoo key to unlock the story of Santa Claws.
What to Expect
Thousands of illuminated displays across the zoo's 42 acres.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Fairmount Park
Timed Entry
Yes
Organizer
Philadelphia Zoo
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with children
Vibe
Festive and immersive
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
$$
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Anytime Adult Admission (ages 12+): $34.00; Anytime Child Admission (ages 2-11): $29.00. Members can log in to receive a discount. – Get tickets
- Hours: 5:00 to 9:00 p.m.
- Parking: Park at the Zoo Garage at 35th St & Girard Ave, the Tiger Parking Lot or on Zoological Drive. Parking is free for members, subject to availability.
- Accessibility: Accessible parking spots and spaces for vans are available in the Tiger Lot and Parking Garage.
Tips & Advice
- Buy Anytime Tickets ahead of time, since they work on any open night without a reservation and you can choose your night later.
- Prepay parking online when you buy your tickets, or use the self-service kiosks inside the Zoo entrance when you arrive.
- If you are a Zoo member, log in before adding tickets to your cart to get the member discount and free parking, subject to availability.
- Use your Zoo key to unlock the story of Santa Claws and collect stamps in your holiday passport as you walk through the displays.
- Wear comfortable shoes and dress warmly for an evening walk past thousands of illuminated displays across the zoo's 42 acres.
Special Events & Promotions
- Anytime Tickets are valid on any open night without a reservation.
- Members can log in to receive a ticket discount.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to reserve a specific night?
No. An Anytime Ticket works on any night LumiNature is open, with no reservation needed.
What is there to do besides looking at the lights?
You can use your Zoo key to unlock the story of Santa Claws, collect stamps in your holiday passport, and fulfill the wishes of animals and humans along the way.
Where do I park?
You can park at the Zoo Garage at 35th St & Girard Ave, the Tiger Parking Lot or along Zoological Drive. Extra lots on Girard Ave and 34th St may open. Parking can be prepaid online with your ticket or paid at self-service kiosks inside the Zoo entrance.
Can I get there by public transit?
Yes. SEPTA's G trolley (formerly the Route 15) and the nearby Route 38 bus serve the Zoo. The PHLASH bus runs daily in the holiday season, and the Zoo is stop WL4 on its West Loop.
Which ticket do kids need?
Child tickets cover ages 2 to 11. Guests 12 and older need an adult ticket.
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