Illustration of a family walking past houses covered in colourful lights with a sleigh on a rooftop (Wild Lights)

Wild Lights

Visitors can experience the zoo illuminated by one-of-a-kind Asian lantern sculptures. Indoor exhibits remain closed throughout the evening, and resident zoo animals are not in attendance.

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When

Tickets

Wild Lights Admission (ages 3+): $16.00-$19.00. Wild Lights Four Pack: four tickets for a selected date; $64 on Dillons Discount Wednesday or $68 standard. Members are directed to see their options. No other discounts or promotions may be applied.

Hours

6-9 p.m.

Ages

All ages

Food & Drink

VIP golf cart tours include a festive drink and snack.

Accessibility

Mobility scooters are available to reserve for visitors needing assistance getting around.

Going?

Location

Sedgwick County Zoo · 5555 W Zoo Blvd, Wichita, KS 67212 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families and lantern-light fans

Vibe

Festive and luminous

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Buy tickets online to save, and select a date when purchasing admission.
  • Choose Dillons Discount Wednesday or check member options if either applies to your party.
  • Reserve a mobility scooter in advance if you need help getting around the zoo.
  • Plan for an outdoor evening, since indoor exhibits are closed and resident animals are not in attendance.
  • If considering a golf cart tour, note that tours run on Mondays and Tuesdays only, apart from regular event nights.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Zoo members get the best deal; see member ticket options.
  • Dillons Discount Wednesday offers discounted admission and a discounted Four Pack.
  • Four Pack includes four tickets for a selected date.
  • Pre-sale bulk group tickets are available for groups buying at least 50 tickets.
  • Discount bulk group tickets are available after the pre-sale for groups buying at least 100 tickets.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

What can visitors see during Wild Lights?

One-of-a-kind Asian lantern sculptures illuminate the zoo.

Are zoo animals and indoor exhibits part of the evening?

No. Indoor exhibits are closed, and resident zoo animals are not in attendance.

Who needs an admission ticket?

Admission tickets are for visitors ages three and older.

Can visitors book a private golf cart tour?

Yes. Private tours are offered on Mondays and Tuesdays only, accommodate up to ten guests, and include a festive drink and snack.

What happens if it rains or conditions become unsafe?

The event is held rain or shine, but the zoo may cancel for lightning or other unsafe conditions. There are no refunds or rain-checks.

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