Skip the Line! 
Make your Zoo Lights visit extra special with a private igloo rental! Enjoy cozy seating, festive dรฉcor, and exclusive perks as you sip, snack, and soak in the sparkle of the season.
Recycle your old or broken holiday lights at the Topeka Zoo! Drop off any string lights between Dec. 1โJan. 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 Topekaโs 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.
Santa is stopping by the Topeka Zoo for a SWEET Holiday visit - before his big night!
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Zoo Lights is back with dazzling new displays, festive treats, and twinkling surprises around every corner.
๐ซ Tickets are on sale now โ plan your familyโs holiday tradition today!
๐ November 21 through December 31.
โก๏ธ https://topekazoo.org/events/topeka-zoo-lights-around-the-world/
Experience the Zoo after hours and support wildlife conservation with every ticket.
โจ Because even the wild ones donโt wait until midnight.
Reserve your seat for this wildly elegant celebration: https://topekazoo.org/zoo-events/toast-at-ten/
Wishing all who celebrate a very Merry Christmas. ๐ The Zoo will be open TONIGHT for Zoo Lights from 6 - 9 pm. Daytime hours are 9 am - 4 pm and will resume tomorrow 12/26.
Thursday, Dec 25 ยท 6โ9 PM
End your holiday with a magical stroll under the lights.
๐ ๐ ๐ $2 off each ticket at the gate (discount not applicable online due to tech limitations).
MORE ZOO LIGHTS INFO: https://topekazoo.org/events/topeka-zoo-lights-around-the-world/
To give staff time with their families, the Topeka Zoo will be CLOSED for General Admission on Christmas Day.
ZOO LIGHTS: Holidays Around the World presented by Evergy will be OPEN for anyone wanting to continue holiday festivities! Open from 6 pm - 9 pm, enjoy a $2 discount on each ticket when purchasing at the gate (discount not applicable to online purchases due to tech limitations).
MORE INFO ON ZOO LIGHTS HERE: https://topekazoo.org/zoo-events/topeka-zoo-lights-around-the-world/
See news on our facebook page here.
2025 DATES
โขMembership Only Events are in orange.
September
- Brew at the Zoo - Sept 13
- World Rivers Day - Sept 27
- Member pricing for Zoo Lightsย (discount codes will be emailed to members)
October
- Boo at the Zoo - Oct - 18
- Boo at the zoo - Oct -25
- Boo at the Zoo (Member Only Lane) โ Saturday, October 18 (9 a.m. โ 3 p.m.)
- Boo at the Zoo: (Member Only Lane) โ Saturday, October 25 (9 a.m. โ 3 p.m.)ย
November
- Zoo Lights Begins - Nov 21
- Wake & Learn โ Behind the Scenes of Zoo Lights: Tuesday, November 11 (8 a.m. โ 9 a.m.)
- Member pricing for Zoo Lightsย (discount codes will be emailed to members)ย ย
December
- Cookies with Claus - Dec 6
- Zoo Lights Closes - Dec 31
- Member pricing for Zoo Lightsย (discount codes will be emailed to members)ย ย
- Cookies with Claus (Member Discount): Saturday, December 6 (10 a.m. โ 1 p.m.)
- Gift Membership Drive โ Purchase the gift of year-round Zoo Membership!
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 Topekaโs treasured holiday traditions returning for itsย 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!ย
Santa is stopping by the Topeka Zoo for a sweet holiday visitโbefore his big night! Come enjoy a magical morning filled with: Cookie decorating & hot cocoa,ย A festive holiday craft, Giraffe feeding, Storytime & music, A photo opportunity with Santa, and a candy cane hunt!
Our Missionย is toย enrich our community through wildlife conservation and education.
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