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  • December 2025

  • Wed 17
    A brightly illuminated moose sculpture with glowing antlers adorned with blue birds, hanging green vines, and small flowers, all lit up against a dark background.

    WildLanterns presented by Western Washington Toyota Dealers

    December 17, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm WildLanterns presented by Western Washington Toyota Dealers
    Woodland Park Zoo 5500 Phinney Ave. N., Seattle, WA, United States
    Families/Public

    Illuminate Your Holidays! WildLanterns presented by Western Washington Toyota Dealers returns to Woodland Park Zoo this November with all-new, larger-than-ever lantern displays. Experience an immersive adventure that promises a magical holiday moment for all!

  • Thu 18
    A brightly illuminated moose sculpture with glowing antlers adorned with blue birds, hanging green vines, and small flowers, all lit up against a dark background.

    WildLanterns presented by Western Washington Toyota Dealers

    December 18, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm WildLanterns presented by Western Washington Toyota Dealers
    Woodland Park Zoo 5500 Phinney Ave. N., Seattle, WA, United States
    Families/Public

    Illuminate Your Holidays! WildLanterns presented by Western Washington Toyota Dealers returns to Woodland Park Zoo this November with all-new, larger-than-ever lantern displays. Experience an immersive adventure that promises a magical holiday moment for all!

  • Fri 19
    A brightly illuminated moose sculpture with glowing antlers adorned with blue birds, hanging green vines, and small flowers, all lit up against a dark background.

    WildLanterns presented by Western Washington Toyota Dealers

    December 19, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm WildLanterns presented by Western Washington Toyota Dealers
    Woodland Park Zoo 5500 Phinney Ave. N., Seattle, WA, United States
    Families/Public

    Illuminate Your Holidays! WildLanterns presented by Western Washington Toyota Dealers returns to Woodland Park Zoo this November with all-new, larger-than-ever lantern displays. Experience an immersive adventure that promises a magical holiday moment for all!

  • Fri 19
    A smiling couple stands arm-in-arm at night in front of a brightly lit dragon display. The woman wears a blue striped sweater, and the man wears a red sweater with a reindeer design. Both look happy and festive.

    WildLanterns: Ugly Sweater Night

    December 19, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Woodland Park Zoo 5500 Phinney Ave. N., Seattle, WA, United States
    Families/Public

    Break out your boldest, brightest, and most delightfully tacky holiday sweaters! Join us for a night of lighthearted fun as guests of all ages parade their festive fashion through a glowing world of lanterns and holiday cheer. Whether your sweater jingles, sparkles, or just makes people smile, this themed night is the perfect way to celebrate the season in cozy, quirky style.

  • Sat 20
    A brightly illuminated moose sculpture with glowing antlers adorned with blue birds, hanging green vines, and small flowers, all lit up against a dark background.

    WildLanterns presented by Western Washington Toyota Dealers

    December 20, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm WildLanterns presented by Western Washington Toyota Dealers
    Woodland Park Zoo 5500 Phinney Ave. N., Seattle, WA, United States
    Families/Public

    Illuminate Your Holidays! WildLanterns presented by Western Washington Toyota Dealers returns to Woodland Park Zoo this November with all-new, larger-than-ever lantern displays. Experience an immersive adventure that promises a magical holiday moment for all!

  • Sun 21
    A brightly illuminated moose sculpture with glowing antlers adorned with blue birds, hanging green vines, and small flowers, all lit up against a dark background.

    WildLanterns presented by Western Washington Toyota Dealers

    December 21, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm WildLanterns presented by Western Washington Toyota Dealers
    Woodland Park Zoo 5500 Phinney Ave. N., Seattle, WA, United States
    Families/Public

    Illuminate Your Holidays! WildLanterns presented by Western Washington Toyota Dealers returns to Woodland Park Zoo this November with all-new, larger-than-ever lantern displays. Experience an immersive adventure that promises a magical holiday moment for all!

  • Mon 22
    A brightly illuminated moose sculpture with glowing antlers adorned with blue birds, hanging green vines, and small flowers, all lit up against a dark background.

    WildLanterns presented by Western Washington Toyota Dealers

    December 22, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm WildLanterns presented by Western Washington Toyota Dealers
    Woodland Park Zoo 5500 Phinney Ave. N., Seattle, WA, United States
    Families/Public

    Illuminate Your Holidays! WildLanterns presented by Western Washington Toyota Dealers returns to Woodland Park Zoo this November with all-new, larger-than-ever lantern displays. Experience an immersive adventure that promises a magical holiday moment for all!

  • Tue 23
    A brightly illuminated moose sculpture with glowing antlers adorned with blue birds, hanging green vines, and small flowers, all lit up against a dark background.

    WildLanterns presented by Western Washington Toyota Dealers

    December 23, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm WildLanterns presented by Western Washington Toyota Dealers
    Woodland Park Zoo 5500 Phinney Ave. N., Seattle, WA, United States
    Families/Public

    Illuminate Your Holidays! WildLanterns presented by Western Washington Toyota Dealers returns to Woodland Park Zoo this November with all-new, larger-than-ever lantern displays. Experience an immersive adventure that promises a magical holiday moment for all!

  • Thu 25
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    Closed on Christmas Day

    December 25, 2025
    Woodland Park Zoo 5500 Phinney Ave. N., Seattle, WA, United States

    The zoo is closed on Christmas Day.

  • Fri 26
    A brightly illuminated moose sculpture with glowing antlers adorned with blue birds, hanging green vines, and small flowers, all lit up against a dark background.

    WildLanterns presented by Western Washington Toyota Dealers

    December 26, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm WildLanterns presented by Western Washington Toyota Dealers
    Woodland Park Zoo 5500 Phinney Ave. N., Seattle, WA, United States
    Families/Public

    Illuminate Your Holidays! WildLanterns presented by Western Washington Toyota Dealers returns to Woodland Park Zoo this November with all-new, larger-than-ever lantern displays. Experience an immersive adventure that promises a magical holiday moment for all!

  • Sat 27
    A brightly illuminated moose sculpture with glowing antlers adorned with blue birds, hanging green vines, and small flowers, all lit up against a dark background.

    WildLanterns presented by Western Washington Toyota Dealers

    December 27, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm WildLanterns presented by Western Washington Toyota Dealers
    Woodland Park Zoo 5500 Phinney Ave. N., Seattle, WA, United States
    Families/Public

    Illuminate Your Holidays! WildLanterns presented by Western Washington Toyota Dealers returns to Woodland Park Zoo this November with all-new, larger-than-ever lantern displays. Experience an immersive adventure that promises a magical holiday moment for all!

  • Sun 28
    A brightly illuminated moose sculpture with glowing antlers adorned with blue birds, hanging green vines, and small flowers, all lit up against a dark background.

    WildLanterns presented by Western Washington Toyota Dealers

    December 28, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm WildLanterns presented by Western Washington Toyota Dealers
    Woodland Park Zoo 5500 Phinney Ave. N., Seattle, WA, United States
    Families/Public

    Illuminate Your Holidays! WildLanterns presented by Western Washington Toyota Dealers returns to Woodland Park Zoo this November with all-new, larger-than-ever lantern displays. Experience an immersive adventure that promises a magical holiday moment for all!

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Step into summer and a splash of pink paradise whi Step into summer and a splash of pink paradise while you mix and mingle with a flock of young Chilean flamingos. Join us at Alvord Terrace beginning May 23! Flamingle is perfect for bird lovers and photo fans alike—selfies are encouraged! 🦩🦩🦩 Get the details at zoo.org/today/animalencounters
Very important business: Ilanga, Tandie, and their Very important business: Ilanga, Tandie, and their cubs Zawadi and Kamari will be officially out starting today 💖 (There is no set time, that’s up to mom, so please be patient and good luck!)
Ilanga’s South African lion cubs will make their p Ilanga’s South African lion cubs will make their public debut Monday, May 18. Viewing the 4-month old female cubs will be intermittent—there is no viewing schedule at this time.

Kamari and Zawadi were born January 14 to first‑time parents, mom Ilanga and dad Tandie. Kamari’s name means “moon” in Swahili, Zawadi means “gift.”

Both mom and dad are doing excellently in their new roles as parents, as all four lions continue to bond, play and, yes, nap in the outdoor habitat. #woodlandparkzoo #lions #babyanimals #adorable #caturdaycuties
Endangered Species Day is a reminder that we have Endangered Species Day is a reminder that we have been given a chance to protect these beautiful animals and their precious habitat. 🐍🌸🦋🌿🐾💗🐢🌲🌳🦎

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Woodland Park Zoo saves wildlife and inspires everyone to make conservation a priority in their lives.

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Woodland Park Zoo recognizes that these are the lands of the Tribal signatories of the Treaty of Point Elliott. We acknowledge their stewardship of this place continues to this day and that it is our responsibility to join them to restore the relationship with the living world around us.

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