Some resident “animals” at Zoo Miami get a holiday sprucing up during the attraction's annual Zoo Lights event, which is offered on select nights from November 21 through December 30, 2025. If you buy your tickets before November 20, you can get a discount.

Families and children of all ages are invited to immerse themselves in the 3D experience that includes animal-shaped light displays, with more than 1 million bright and dazzling lights.

(Video courtesy of Zoo Miami)

There will be holiday music throughout the park, at 12400 SW 152nd St., plus animal encounters, appearances by Santa Claus, music, arts and crafts, and a 26-foot-tall LED holiday tree. You can also enjoy hot chocolate, cookies and the Arctic Express train ride for a fee. New for 2025 is the animal presentation Jingle Paws

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