The Cincinnati Zoo is shining bright for the 42nd annual PNC Festival of Lights! Come early to see more animals and stay for the lights!

In addition to admiring the beauty of 4 million LED lights, visitors can find the 5 Fiona fairies in Fairyland, take in a blacklight puppet show, marvel at the spectacular Wild Lights on Swan Lake, or snack at one of our seasonal concessions.

- The Zoo is closed on Thanksgiving (November 28th), Christmas Eve (December 24th), and Christmas Day (December 25th).

- PNC Festival of Lights is included in Zoo admission. Visit the Zoo early and stay for the lights!

- North Polar Express train and Conservation Carousel rides begin at 2:30pm

- Dec. 23rd is the last night to visit with Santa

- Full costumed characters may not be allowed in the Zoo.