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ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES:

The Harlem Globetrotters will be at ZooLights!

HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS
Friday, December 14 6:15 – 8:30 p.m.

They will be signing autographs and interacting with kids doing fun ball handling. They also talk to the crowd.


Carousel Rides

Take a spin on the Endangered Species carousel. Tokens are required and can be purchased next to the carousel for $2 – same price for Zoo members and non-members. 

Stingray Bay Stingray Bay features more than 30 stingrays in a 15, 000 gallon pool.  It's a unique interactive opportunity to touch an aquatic species and to learn and appreciate marine life.  Joining the stingrays this season are some shark friends.  The entry fee is $1 for Zoo members and $3 for non-members

Camel Rides
Head over to lakeside for a camel ride and have your picture taken for a ZooLights keepsake. Camels are located at the upper lakeside area behind the lighted penguins. Cost per rider: $5, cost per photo: $5. Photos are available immediately.

Wagon Rides
Wednesday through Sunday, mule wagon rides are available for up to 12 people - $4 per person; $15 for a group of four. Payment is made at the ride location located near the Crossroads Snack Bar. CASH ONLY PLEASE. This ride travels along a non pedestrian pathway exclusive only to the carriage and wagon.

Animal EncountersLive animal presentations at the Enchanted Forest amphitheatre will be at 7 p.m. and 8 p.m. Thursday through Sunday. (Weather permitting)

Holiday ShoppingStop in the Zoo gift shop before you leave ZooLights for souvenirs and unique holiday gifts for the entire family!