Cleveland Metroparks Zoo is again transforming into a winter wonderland this holiday season with Wild Winter Lights presented by NOPEC. This year’s event features hundreds of dazzling displays along the holiday trail through Cleveland Metroparks Zoo beginning November 15.
In its fourth year, Wild Winter Lights will add over 1.5 million lights across holiday-themed areas including Candyland, Enchanted Forest, Starry Skies, Future for Wildlife Trail and Santa’s Workshop, where guests can take photos with Santa Claus. Guests can again experience this year’s Wild Winter Lights on foot or in their personal vehicle on select dates.
“This year’s event promises to deliver festive fun for all ages along our holiday trail including a three-story-tall enchanted castle,” said Kelly Manderfield, Cleveland Metroparks Chief Marketing Officer. “We are grateful for the support from our community partners to continue the tradition of celebrating the holiday season at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo.”
Additional highlights of this year’s event include carousel rides, costumed characters, model train displays, ice carvers and the return of the dynamic light show featuring an enchanting 50-foot tree.
“NOPEC is dedicated to giving back to the communities we serve and that’s why we committed to once again be the presenting sponsor of Wild Winter Lights at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, providing affordable, accessible, friendly holiday entertainment for Northeast Ohio families,” said Chuck Keiper, NOPEC Executive Director.
Wild Winter Lights runs from 5:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. on select dates from Tuesday, November 15 through Friday, December 30. The drive-through event will be offered select Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Wild Winter Lights tickets are limited, and advance online reservations are strongly encouraged. The discounted cost for Zoo members is $19 and $22 for non-members, or a four-pack for $57 for members and $66 for non-members. Children under two are admitted for free. For walk-through dates the Box Office closes at 9:30 p.m. Tickets for the drive-through experience is $57 per car for Zoo members and $66 per car for non-members. Visit
FutureForWildlife.org/lights to reserve your spot today.
Wild Winter Lights is presented by NOPEC and supported by community partners, CrossCountry Mortgage, Meijer, MetroHealth, and PNC.
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