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Experience the magic of Wild Lights at the Detroit Zoo on select dates in November, December and January. Times vary by date; please review your ticket selection carefully. Wild Lights runs from November 20, 2021 to January 9, 2022 on select weeknights; Sundays, 5-9 p.m.; and select weeknights; Fridays and Saturdays, 5-10:30 p.m.

Select the best ticket option for your group below. Wild Lights admission ticket holders will gain entry into the main event and Wildlife Photographer of the Year. The Polar Patio Package includes admission to Wild Lights and the Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibit, exclusive access to the all-you-can-eat food and dessert at the Polar Patio, hot cocoa in a souvenir cup and a cash bar. Don’t forget to select parking.

To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all, the event capacity of Wild Lights has been limited. It is strongly recommended that you purchase your tickets in advance online or at the Detroit Zoo during daytime hours; a limited number of Wild Lights general admission tickets will be sold at the gate each night for $25 per person. The best way to guarantee your Wild Lights experience is to purchase your advance tickets today..

Ticket Prices

Ticket Price Features

Wild Lights Admission (ages 2+) $17-$24 Admission to Wild Lights and Wildlife Photographer of the Year

Wild Lights + Polar Patio Package (ages 2+) $30-$38 Admission to Wild Lights and Wildlife Photographer of the Year, all-you-can-eat food and dessert at the Polar Patio and hot cocoa in a souvenir cup.
Children under 2 FREE

Parking $8 per vehicle

Polar Patio

Your scheduled ticket time is for arrival at the main admission gates of Wild Lights at the Detroit Zoo, not the time you need to arrive at the Polar Patio. The Polar Patio is located just past the Carousel, east of Table 28. All seating is outdoors.

Complimentary food selections included in your package purchase will only be available at the Patio. There will be charges applied to food items ordered at any other food location. Guests of the Polar Patio will have access to a cash bar.

The Polar Patio menu includes

Dearborn All-beef Hotdogs (veggie/vegan option available)
Mac n’ Cheese
Soup
Assortment of Chips
Assortment of Cookies
Hot Chocolate with a Souvenir Cup

Guests of the Polar Patio will receive a wristband upon arrival to Wild Lights. Guests must be wearing their wristbands to gain access to the patio area at any time during the event.

The Polar Patio food and beverage service will end at 9 p.m. every night. Please note this is not a buffet service and items are prepared as ordered.

If you have any questions regarding timed ticket reservations, please email info@dzs.org or call 248-541-5717.
Please call us if you do NOT receive your email confirmation by the end of the day and remember to check your SPAM folder first before calling. Wild Lights at the Detroit Zoo is an outdoor event; there will be no access to animal habitats during your Wild Lights experience.

Know before you go! Read the Detroit Zoo safety guidelines here.

Member discounts do not apply to this event.
Wild Lights is held in rain, snow or shine. Please come dressed for the weather!
Masks for all guests ages 5 and up are required indoors.

November 20-21, 26-28
December 1-5, 8-12, 15-23, 26-31
January 2-3, 5-9

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Wild Lights Admission (Ages 2+)

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Features: Admission to Wild Lights and Wildlife Photographer of the Year, all-you-can-eat food and dessert and hot cocoa in a souvenir cup.

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