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Best time
Plan to arrive early during Zoo Lights evenings, as the last ticket is sold at 4:15 PM. If visiting during peak holiday times (late November through December), come well before closing time to ensure entry and have adequate time to enjoy the full experience before the 9:00 PM closure.
Visitor tip
The zoo is easily walkable and can be seen in a few hours, making it ideal for families with young children. Plan to roast s'mores by the bonfire and ride the carousel—these are consistently highlighted as kids' favorites. Cooler weather brings animals out of hiding, so check the forecast before visiting.
Visitor tip
During Zoo Lights 2025, don't miss the live stone carving demonstrations by Zimbabwean artist Brighton Tendayi and the 24-foot Animated Holiday Tree with synchronized light shows. These special artistic elements are unique highlights that enhance the educational and cultural experience beyond standard light displays.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Zoo
- Highlights
- Koalas, Tigers, Jaguars, Macaws, Otters, Capybara, Zoo Lights
- Hours
- 9:00am - 5:00pm daily (except Christmas & Thanksgiving)
- Membership
- Available for annual visits
What visitors say
It was a nice experience with great music, two thumbs up for the DJ! They have a lot of lights across the zoo and it was fascinating to see the animal asleep. I wanted to cuddle with the bears. My kids loved to roast marshmallows to…
Nice Zoo, easy to walk around. Various selection of animals, with good habitats. They have pretty good food to choose from and have beer, alcohol for sale as well. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. The zoo is also a zoo. Can see…
Strolling through the Palm Beach Zoo during the holidays is a truly magical experience. As the sun sets, the lush tropical pathways are transformed by over a million eco-friendly LED lights, creating a glowing wonderland that feels both…
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Did You Know?
- Zoo Lights features a 24-foot animated holiday tree with a light show choreographed to holiday music, plus over a million eco-friendly LED lights transforming the zoo during the November 21 - January 4 season
- Zoo Lights 2025 includes live carving demonstrations by Zimbabwean Shona tribe artist Brighton Tendayi, showcasing authentic tribal stone sculptures
- Palm Beach Zoo offers a 'Best Value Ticket' that allows visitors to experience the zoo during daytime hours and return on a separate evening to view Zoo Lights at no additional cost
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