Bronx Zoo Christmas Lights 2026
Dates checked 4 Nov 2026
Hundreds of animal lanterns along six themed trails, light tunnels and a musical holiday tree fill the Bronx Zoo after dark, with ice carving, a kids' holiday train and seasonal treats. New for 2026, the Children's Zoo farmyard and two animal houses stay open during the event.
| Dates | November 21, 2026 to January 3, 2027 |
|---|---|
| Open Days | Open days within these dates not yet published |
| Hours | Not published yet Holiday Lights tickets also let you in from 1 pm to see the animals before the lights come on. Member preview nights are Nov 18 to 20. |
| Tickets | Tickets must be reserved in advance; an Any-Night ticket is also sold (2026) Timed tickets: you book an arrival time. |
| Type | Zoo lights |
| Where | Bronx Zoo, on Southern Boulevard next to Bronx Park, 2300 Southern Blvd, Bronx, NY 10460 |
| Transit | The 2 and 5 subway trains stop at West Farms Sq-E Tremont Av, a short walk from the zoo's Asia Gate. |
Checked on Bronx Zoo (Wildlife Conservation Society), November 4, 2026. Buy tickets from the organizer's own site.
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Questions About Bronx Zoo Christmas Lights
When is Bronx Zoo Christmas Lights open in 2026?
November 21, 2026 to January 3, 2027. Open days within these dates not yet published.
How much are tickets for Bronx Zoo Christmas Lights?
Tickets must be reserved in advance; an Any-Night ticket is also sold (2026).
Is Bronx Zoo Christmas Lights a drive-through?
No: it is a zoo lights event that you see on foot.