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Twelve Nights & Fun Things to Do at Zoolights



1. Try out the NEW challenge course/zip line, ZOOM, on Zoo
grounds. Great for kids and the young-at-heart.


2. See Santa scuba-dive with sharks every Tuesday and
Wednesday night during Zoolights at 6:00 - 6:30 p.m.
(except Dec. 25 and Jan. 1). Final night Wed. Dec. 26.





3. See more than half-a-million lights! 
Zoolights light strings make up 27 miles, which is about the
distance between Tacoma and Seattle.
 
 

4.
 Ride a camel! We are the only zoo in the Northwest to
offer camel rides. Up to three people can ride at once; so
bring your entire family for an experience you'll never forget.




 
 

5.
 Take a spin on the beautiful Antique Carousel
Carousel rides are only $1. 
 
 


6. Feed and pet the goats at Kids' Zone! You can also see
mobs of meerkats and other small animals during Zoolights
 
 



7.
 See the new 100-foot Giant Pacific Octopus 
light display that sits atop the North Pacific Aquarium.
 




8.
 See the iconic Flame Tree with 30,030 LED
green and purple lights.
 
 


9.
 See both adorable tiger cubs, Dumai and Berani, at night
in the Asian Forest Sanctuary.  
 
 


10.
 Finish your holiday shopping at the Zoo's Gift Shop,
where you'll find unique gift ideas and take home Zoolights
memories. Or share the excitement of the Zoo with friends
and family with a Zoo membership
 



11.
 Warm up and enjoy both aquariums during Zoolights.
See jellyfish, sharks, seahorses, octopus and more!
Another great way to warm up is with a cup of delicious
hot cocoa or warm yummy treats from the Cafe. 
 



12.
 Purchase DISCOUNTED Zoolights
tickets at participating Fred Meyer stores and
online. Save money and time by pre-purchasing
your Zoolights tickets today!