Zoolightful

There’s no place like the #1 Zoo in the Nation for the holidays. Presented by Hy-Vee and Chesterman Coca-Cola, Zoolightful is an all-new holiday experience at Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium filled with larger-than-life lanterns, dazzling lights, and festive fun for everyone. Make it your new holiday tradition and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Runs November 19, 2025 through January 11, 2026
Open Wednesday – Sunday from 6-9:30 p.m.

Closed November 27 (Thanksgiving), December 24-25 (Christmas Eve & Day), and December 31 (New Year’s Eve). Special Monday/Tuesday openings: December 22, 23, 29, and 30.

Choose Your Zoolightful Experience

Enjoy an unforgettable night at Zoolightful your way. Choose general admission tickets to stroll through glowing lanterns, sparkling lights, and festive holiday scenes, or make it an unforgettable evening with a private Igloo experience that includes six tickets and your own cozy retreat beneath the glow. ‍Members save 25% on both options!

Visit OmahaZoo.com/Zoolightful to learn more and purchase tickets.

This is a Weekly Recurring Event
Runs from Nov 19, 2025 to Jan 11, 2026 and happens every:
Wednesdays: 6:00pm – 9:30pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)
Thursdays: 6:00pm – 9:30pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)
Fridays: 6:00pm – 9:30pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)
Saturdays: 6:00pm – 9:30pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)
Sundays: 6:00pm – 9:30pm Timezone: Central Time (US & Canada)