ZooLights Presented by Invesco QQQ and ComEd

Start: Friday, November 21, 2025 4:30PM
End: Sunday, January 4, 2026 9:00PM

Chicagoland’s favorite holiday tradition is back and brighter than ever! ZooLights Presented by Invesco QQQ and ComEd twinkles with more than 3 million lights, hundreds of nostalgic LED displays, and festive experiences that capture the magic of the season. This year's ZooLights includes: -An all-new, reimagined South Lawn Light Show, Zooltide, narrated in English and Spanish -Incredible views of the Chicago skyline and all the twinkling lights from the 65-foot Ferris wheel -Hot chocolate (with options to spike!) or s’mores roasted over an open fire -Strolling carolers and professional ice carvers on select nights -...and more! Special, separately ticketed holiday events include: -Sensory-Friendly Night at ZooLights | Tuesday, November 25 -Holiday Market: A Nowhere Collective Collaboration | Tuesday, December 2 -Adults Night Out: Holidaze Presented by Grey Goose Vodka and Patrón Tequila (21+) | Thursday, December 11 -The Chris White Jazz Trio Tribute to "A Charlie Brown Christmas" | Sunday, December 7 -"Elf" Movie Party at ZooLights | Sunday, December 21 Tickets cost $7–$12 depending on the day. Free admission is offered on Mondays, but tickets are required. Monday tickets will be released one week prior at 11 a.m. ZooLights takes place in all weather conditions. Tickets are nonrefundable.