Make your Zoo Lights visit extra special with a private igloo rental! Enjoy cozy seating, festive décor, and exclusive perks as you sip, snack, and soak in the sparkle of the season.
The Topeka Zoo is accepting clean, live Christmas trees December 26–January 8! Drop trees inside Gage Park near the horseshoe courts—no appointment needed. Trees free of decorations become enrichment for zoo animals and are later mulched for reuse.
Recycle your old or broken holiday lights at the Topeka Zoo! Drop off any string lights between Dec. 1–Jan. 15 in the labeled bin in the main parking lot and help keep the season, and our planet, bright.
Ring in the Holiday season with Zoo Lights Presented by Evergy, one of Topeka’s treasured holiday traditions returning for its sixth season.
Celebrate the New Year in style at the Topeka Zoo & Conservation Center with Toast at Ten, an exclusive cocktail event presented by SDG Architecture + Interiors, featuring a special plated dinner, entertainment, a silent auction, and a sparkling champagne toast at 10 PM.
Adventure, learning, and wild memories await! Sign up for Topeka Zoo Adventure Camps — with sessions offered in spring, summer, and fall/winter. Click through for details and registration links!
Feel like raising a glass to the new year? TOMORROW evening is our Toast At Ten - a wildly elegant way to celebrate memories while creating new ones. This 21+ event is complete with cocktails, a three-course meal, a silent auction, music, and visits from a few of our animal ambassadors; the night is sure to be full of fun before midnight strikes! Activities will conclude by 10:30 pm, because even party animals need their rest. 🦧🎉
MORE INFORMATION & PRICING: https://topekazoo.org/zoo-events/toast-at-ten/
LINK TO TICKETS: https://store.topekazoo.org/#/SpecialEvents/TAT
📸: Kim B. & Brea S.
💫 No Orangutans were given any alcohol. Please drink responsibly & have plans for safe, sober transportation.
Every Wednesday from 5–9 PM
Join us for a midweek glow-up!
Everyone gets in for just $9.00 — no other discounts apply.
Dates: Nov 26, Dec 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
https://topekazoo.org/events/topeka-zoo-lights-around-the-world/
Experience the Zoo after hours and support wildlife conservation with every ticket.
✨ Because even the wild ones don’t wait until midnight.
Reserve your seat for this wildly elegant celebration: https://topekazoo.org/zoo-events/toast-at-ten/
Zoo Lights is back with dazzling new displays, festive treats, and twinkling surprises around every corner.
🎫 Tickets are on sale now — plan your family’s holiday tradition today!
📅 November 21 through December 31.
➡️ https://topekazoo.org/events/topeka-zoo-lights-around-the-world/
Experience the Zoo after hours and support wildlife conservation with every ticket.
✨ Because even the wild ones don’t wait until midnight.
Reserve your seat for this wildly elegant celebration: https://topekazoo.org/zoo-events/toast-at-ten/
See news on our facebook page here.
The last two weekends in October are all set for spooky, family fun! Visit vendors, collect candy, giveaways, and more! Dress up as your favorite characters, goblins, witches, and ghosts and we will see you SOON!
Ring in the Holiday season with Zoo Lights Presented by Evergy, one of Topeka’s treasured holiday traditions returning for its sixth season.
Enjoy a memorable night tucked away from the cold at the 2025 Topeka Zoo Lights! Our Igloos provide a cozy, secluded space to enjoy this Winter Wonderland all evening long. Whether celebrating a birthday, anniversary or having a night out with friends or coworkers. Elevate your experience with your very own private igloo!
Santa is stopping by the Topeka Zoo for a sweet holiday visit—before his big night! Come enjoy a magical morning filled with: Cookie decorating & hot cocoa, A festive holiday craft, Giraffe feeding, Storytime & music, A photo opportunity with Santa, and a candy cane hunt!
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