Woodland Park Zoo

WildLanterns: Pop Star Night
2025-12-13 16:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Woodland Park Zoo, 5500 Phinney Ave. N., Seattle, WA, 98103, United States
Step into a dazzling world of lights, music, and immersive displays, where every guest gets to shine in the spotlight. Unleash your inner diva as you walk the red carpet and strike a pose while the paparazzi capture your photo under the glowing lantern lights. Make and swap friendship bracelets and visit the Glitter & Glow Bar for face paint, glow makeup, and fun stickers.
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!
Step Into a Luminous Winter Wonderland

Be inspired by the magic of the holiday season as you stroll along the Wonderland Trail past woodland creatures from the Pacific Northwest and marvel at our majestic Mount Rainier. See a spectacular world of reptiles and fish while wandering through our Meandering Mangrove. Take a moment to stop and smell the flowers as you journey Beneath the Blossoms of amazing botanical blooms. Then, step into the future at the Forest Trailhead—a luminous celebration of the incredible animals coming to Woodland Park Zoo’s new exhibit opening in 2026. Get an illuminated sneak peek at some of the forest ambassadors—like red pandas and tree kangaroos—that will soon call our zoo their home. And make sure to stop by the Interactive Zone—a space where imaginations of all ages can run wild!

WildLanterns presented by Western Washington Toyota Dealers
2025-12-13 16:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-11 16:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-10 16:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-09 16:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-07 16:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-06 16:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-05 16:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-04 16:00 - 21:00 and 12 more dates | Woodland Park Zoo, 5500 Phinney Ave. N., Seattle, WA, 98103, United States
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!
Step Into a Luminous Winter Wonderland

Be inspired by the magic of the holiday season as you stroll along the Wonderland Trail past woodland creatures from the Pacific Northwest and marvel at our majestic Mount Rainier. See a spectacular world of reptiles and fish while wandering through our Meandering Mangrove. Take a moment to stop and smell the flowers as you journey Beneath the Blossoms of amazing botanical blooms. Then, step into the future at the Forest Trailhead—a luminous celebration of the incredible animals coming to Woodland Park Zoo’s new exhibit opening in 2026. Get an illuminated sneak peek at some of the forest ambassadors—like red pandas and tree kangaroos—that will soon call our zoo their home. And make sure to stop by the Interactive Zone—a space where imaginations of all ages can run wild!

WildLanterns: 21+ Night Owls
2025-12-12 16:00 - 21:00, 2025-11-22 16:00 - 21:00 | Woodland Park Zoo, 5500 Phinney Ave. N., Seattle, WA, 98103, United States
WildLanterns’ exclusive 21+ nights offer a unique experience to sip on holiday-inspired cocktails, explore mesmerizing lantern displays, and discover holiday-themed bars throughout the zoo where you can cozy up by the fire, enjoy tasty treats, have a caricature artist capture the moment—and take as many carousel rides as you like—all in a kid-free environment! Must be 21+ with valid ID.
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!
Step Into a Luminous Winter Wonderland

Be inspired by the magic of the holiday season as you stroll along the Wonderland Trail past woodland creatures from the Pacific Northwest and marvel at our majestic Mount Rainier. See a spectacular world of reptiles and fish while wandering through our Meandering Mangrove. Take a moment to stop and smell the flowers as you journey Beneath the Blossoms of amazing botanical blooms. Then, step into the future at the Forest Trailhead—a luminous celebration of the incredible animals coming to Woodland Park Zoo’s new exhibit opening in 2026. Get an illuminated sneak peek at some of the forest ambassadors—like red pandas and tree kangaroos—that will soon call our zoo their home. And make sure to stop by the Interactive Zone—a space where imaginations of all ages can run wild!

WildLanterns: Family Photo Night
2025-11-30 16:00 - 21:00 | Woodland Park Zoo, 5500 Phinney Ave. N., Seattle, WA, 98103, United States
Capture the magic of the season with a special night dedicated to holiday memories! During Family Photo Night, guests of all ages are invited to meet the man in red himself and capture the perfect holiday card photo in front of one of our many festive lanterns and backdrops.
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!
Step Into a Luminous Winter Wonderland

Be inspired by the magic of the holiday season as you stroll along the Wonderland Trail past woodland creatures from the Pacific Northwest and marvel at our majestic Mount Rainier. See a spectacular world of reptiles and fish while wandering through our Meandering Mangrove. Take a moment to stop and smell the flowers as you journey Beneath the Blossoms of amazing botanical blooms. Then, step into the future at the Forest Trailhead—a luminous celebration of the incredible animals coming to Woodland Park Zoo’s new exhibit opening in 2026. Get an illuminated sneak peek at some of the forest ambassadors—like red pandas and tree kangaroos—that will soon call our zoo their home. And make sure to stop by the Interactive Zone—a space where imaginations of all ages can run wild!

Early Closure at 2:00 p.m.
2025-11-27 09:30 - 14:00 | Woodland Park Zoo, 5500 Phinney Ave. N., Seattle, WA, 98103, United States
The zoo will close early at 2:00 p.m. for the Thanksgiving holiday.

WildLanterns: Holiday Senior Stroll
2025-11-25 16:00 - 21:00 | Woodland Park Zoo, 5500 Phinney Ave. N., Seattle, WA, 98103, United States
Celebrate the season with a magical evening designed especially for guests aged 65 and older. During our Holiday Senior Stroll, seniors can enjoy the dazzling lantern displays at 40% off regular ticket prices—making it easier than ever to experience the wonder of WildLanterns.
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!
Step Into a Luminous Winter Wonderland

Be inspired by the magic of the holiday season as you stroll along the Wonderland Trail past woodland creatures from the Pacific Northwest and marvel at our majestic Mount Rainier. See a spectacular world of reptiles and fish while wandering through our Meandering Mangrove. Take a moment to stop and smell the flowers as you journey Beneath the Blossoms of amazing botanical blooms. Then, step into the future at the Forest Trailhead—a luminous celebration of the incredible animals coming to Woodland Park Zoo’s new exhibit opening in 2026. Get an illuminated sneak peek at some of the forest ambassadors—like red pandas and tree kangaroos—that will soon call our zoo their home. And make sure to stop by the Interactive Zone—a space where imaginations of all ages can run wild!

A Brush With Nature: Angeline Shrike (21+)
2025-11-03 16:30 - 19:00 | Zoomazium, 5500 Phinney Ave. N., Seattle, WA, 98103, United States
Unleash Your Inner Artist
A New “Paint and Sip” Event Series.
Each session offers a unique artistic experience for all skill levels and ages—perfect for families, budding artists, or adults looking for a fun and inspiring outing. With expert guidance and breathtaking backdrops at iconic locations across the zoo, this is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to create, connect, and celebrate wildlife through art!

A Brush With Nature: Angeline Shrike (21+)
2025-10-27 16:30 - 19:00 | Zoomazium, 5500 Phinney Ave. N., Seattle, WA, 98103, United States
Each session offers a unique artistic experience for all skill levels and ages—perfect for families, budding artists, or adults looking for a fun and inspiring outing.

Pumpkin Bash presented by Smile Generation
2025-10-26 09:30 - 15:00, 2025-10-25 09:30 - 15:00 | Woodland Park Zoo, 5500 Phinney Ave. N., Seattle, WA, 98103, United States
Pumpkin Bash activities are included with zoo admission or membership!
Enjoy a delightful day filled with pumpkins for animals, trick-or-treating, and more for little goblins, ghosts and “ferocious” critters!
Kids will have a blast trick-or-treating throughout the zoo and participating in the special mascot-led costume parade! Boo-mazium will be a hub of excitement, featuring a variety of engaging activities tailored for our youngest visitors. And, this year, don’t miss out on a live pumpkin carving demonstration on Sunday!
Many of our animals, including bears, tapirs, wolves, tigers and otters, will also get into the Halloween spirit as they gobble, smash, crunch, or play with pumpkins and other autumn-themed treats. These special enrichments are part of our excellent animal care program to encourage natural animal behavior and keep our animals physically and mentally stimulated—they’re fun for our guests, too!
Bring Your Costume
During Pumpkin Bash, one child 12 years and under is admitted to the zoo FREE per each full-priced adult ticket, and costumes are encouraged.
