Zoo Lights at Zoo Miami
SeasonalSeparate ticket, not included in zoo admission; 2026 prices TBA (2025: ~$22 adults, ~$20 kids 3–12). Train ride extra

Zoo Lights at Zoo Miami

12400 SW 152nd St, Miami, FL 33177

0 mo–16 yrs

60–150 min

evening

Seasonal: Nov 27 – Dec 30 (out of season right now) — 2026: Nov 27–28; Dec 4–5, 11–12, 18–23, 26–30; 6:30–10pm. Tree lighting opening night.

Over a million lights and a 26-foot LED tree across Zoo Miami after dark, with Santa through Dec 23, animal presentations, character meet-and-greets, and a new train ride.

Why kids love it

Big lights and Santa. Most animals are asleep, but the flamingos and ambassador animals come out, so it's still a zoo night.

Miami · Miami-Dade

🎒 Packing list

  • • Sunscreen
  • • Water bottles
  • • Snacks
  • • Wipes
  • • Cash for vendors
  • • Stroller: the zoo is huge

Safety notes

  • ! Crowds: use a wearable ID or write your number on toddler's arm
  • ! Hydrate more than you think you need

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