PNC Festival of Lights

Things may look a little different this year, but The Cincinnati Zoo will still be shining bright as we’re once again transformed into a “Wild Wonderland” for the 38th annual PNC Festival of Lights!

In addition to admiring the beauty of 4 million LED lights, visitors can ride the North Polar Express train ride, marvel at the spectacular Wild Lights show on Swan Lake, or snack at one of two S’mores-n-More stands. Santa will be available for socially-distanced visits starting at 4 p.m. through December 23.

The zoo opens at 1 pm on the dates listed above and closes at 9 pm.

• Reservations Required*
• Masks Required in all areas.
• North Polar Express train ride begins at 2:30 pm
• Santa visits begin at 4 pm
• Closed all day Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.
• No additional charge. This event is included with Zoo Admission.  Visit the Zoo early and stay for the lights!

* Zoo Members do not need a reservation from 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm, M-Th from November 23 – December 17 (only during those dates and times)