ROYAL OAK, Mich. – The Detroit Zoo has revealed the dates and times for visitors to come and see the holiday lights during the 2024 season.
The “Wild Lights” celebration will begin Nov. 23 and last through Jan. 5. There are 30 nights available to see more than 5 million LED lights throughout the zoo.
This year’s event includes displays of giraffes, polar bears, and insects, as well as a musical light field and a Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer theater show in 4D.
The Wild Lights on most Fridays and Saturdays will be open from 5-10:30 p.m., and select week nights and Sundays will be from 5-9 p.m., according to the zoo.
Here are the dates:
- Saturday, Nov. 23.
- Sunday, Nov. 24.
- Friday, Nov. 29.
- Saturday, Nov. 30.
- Sunday, Dec. 1.
- Friday, Dec. 6.
- Saturday, Dec. 7.
- Sunday, Dec. 8.
- Thursday, Dec. 12.
- Friday, Dec. 13.
- Saturday, Dec. 14.
- Sunday, Dec. 15.
- Monday, Dec. 16.
- Tuesday, Dec. 17.
- Wednesday, Dec. 18.
- Thursday, Dec. 19.
- Friday, Dec. 20.
- Saturday, Dec. 21.
- Sunday, Dec. 22.
- Monday, Dec. 23.
- Thursday, Dec. 26.
- Friday, Dec. 27.
- Saturday, Dec. 28.
- Sunday, Dec. 29.
- Monday, Dec. 30.
- Tuesday, Dec. 31.
- Thursday, Jan. 2.
- Friday, Jan. 3.
- Saturday, Jan. 4.
- Sunday, Jan. 5.
Santa will be available for pictures at the Wild Lights from 5-10:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 5-9 p.m. all other Wild Lights nights through Dec. 23.
“We are so excited to host one of southeast Michigan’s most anticipated winter traditions,” said Emily O’ Hara, senior director of guest experience. “The event is special and memorable for guests of all ages. Whether you are a family with children or coming with a group of friends, this year’s event promises to awe with millions of twinkling lights that will immerse you in a memorable night.”
Visitors can also give back by donating a new pair of mittens at Wild Lights to help Mittens for Detroit keep families warm this Christmas.
