CLEVELAND — The Cleveland Metroparks Zoo announced on Monday that it will hold its fourth Wild Winter Lights, presented by NEOPEC, starting Nov. 15. 

What You Need To Know

  • This year's event will feature more than 1.5 million lights

  • Guests will also be able to either walk through the park or drive around the attractions again this year

  • Other highlights will include carousel rides, costumed characters, model train displays, ice carvers and the return of the dynamic light show featuring an enchanting 50-foot tree

The zoo said this year's event will feature more than 1.5 million lights, and there will be multiple themes throughout the park, including Candyland, Enchanted Forest, Starry Skies, Future for Wildlife Trail and Santa’s Workshop.

Guests can also get pictures with Santa Claus. 

“This year’s event promises to deliver festive fun for all ages along our holiday trail including a three-story-tall enchanted castle,” said Kelly Manderfield, Cleveland Metroparks chief marketing officer. “We are grateful for the support from our community partners to continue the tradition of celebrating the holiday season at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo.”

Other highlights will include carousel rides, costumed characters, model train displays, ice carvers and the return of the dynamic light show featuring an enchanting 50-foot tree.

“NOPEC is dedicated to giving back to the communities we serve and that’s why we committed to once again be the presenting sponsor of Wild Winter Lights at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, providing affordable, accessible, friendly holiday entertainment for northeast Ohio families,” said Chuck Keiper, NOPEC executive director.

Guests will also be able to either walk through the park or drive around the attractions. Wild Winter Lights runs from 5:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. on select dates from Tuesday, Nov. 15 through Friday, Dec. 30. The drive-through event will be offered select Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Tickets for zoo members will be $19 and $22 for nonmembers. There's also a four-pack option for $57 for members and $66 for nonmembers. Children under 2 get free admission. For walk-through dates, the Box Office closes at 9:30 p.m. Tickets for the drive-through experience is $57 per car for zoo members and $66 per car for nonmembers.

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