WildLanterns

presented by Western Washington Toyota Dealers

November 14, 2025 – January 18, 2026

4:00 – 9:00 p.m.
(Last entry at 8:30 p.m.)

Theme Nights

 

 

21+ Night Owls

November 22 and December 12, 2025 and January 2, 2026

After dark. After work. After Hours. It’s big kids’ night out at the zoo.

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Holiday Senior Stroll

November 25, 2025

Open to all, but designed for guests aged 65+ or older.

 

 

Family Photo Night

November 30, 2025

Strike a pose on a picture-perfect night of fun for the whole family.

 

 

Low Sensory Nights

December 2, 2025 and January 8, 2026

Gentle lights, joyful sights. Designed to cater to individuals & families of all abilities & requirements.

 

 

Pop Star Night

December 13, 2025

Calling all Swifties and aspiring pop stars! Put on your favorite Era- or pop-inspired outfit and sparkle amongst the magical lanterns.

 

 

Ugly Sweater Night

December 19, 2025

Dust off a wild, wacky holiday sweater and join us for festive stroll. Knit happens – show it off!

 

 

Onesie Night

January 10, 2026

One big night. One cozy suit. Throw on your favorite onesie or PJs and wander through a dreamy lantern wonderland.

 

 

Seattle Sports Night

January 17, 2026

Seattle spirit, lantern light. Show off tour Seattle sports spirit while under the lantern’s glow.

SPONSORS

 

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Our Mission

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

Land Acknowledgment

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.


5500 Phinney Ave. N., Seattle, WA 98103   |  206.548.2500  |   zooinfo@zoo.org


Association of Zoos & Aquariums
Seattle Parks & Recreation
Humane Certification
4 Culture