The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens, located in Palm Desert, will light up the desert this holiday season with WildLights, a spectacular light display presented by the H.N. and Frances C. Berger Foundation on December 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 26, 27, 2020 from 6 to 9 p.m.
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Now celebrating its 28th year, WildLights will amaze guests with over a million twinkling LED lights and festive activities, transforming The Living Desert into a luminescent winter wonderland for all to enjoy. Advanced reservations are required for both members and guests, and tickets are limited to accommodate for health and safety precautions.
Recognized as a 10Best Zoo Lights in the country by USA Today, WildLights invites guests to take in the festive lights and sights, while enjoying the sparkling tunnel of lights synchronized to music, gaze at the life-sized, illuminated animal lanterns, holiday-themed G-scale model train display, and animated light shows set to music around the Zoo.
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New this year, Santa will be available for souvenir photos. Perched high in his festive sleigh, to accommodate for social-distancing, guests of all ages will be able to step into the front of Santa’s sleigh to pose for pictures. Photos will be available for purchase onsite and online following the event.
With a new route for 2020, WildLights pathways will take guests on an illuminated journey around the Zoo with vantages of select animal habitats including the emus of the new Australian Adventures.
Guests can take a spin on the carousel and make s’mores around a fire, for an additional fee. Seasonal refreshments, holiday spirits, WildLights souvenirs, and zoo-themed holiday gifts also will be available for purchase.
Included With Admission Fee
- Synchronized Light Zones
- Tunnel of Lights
- Exploring the Zoo’s lighted pathways and light displays
- Plentiful photo opportunities
Upgraded Experiences (for an additional fee)
- Photos with Santa
- Palm Garden S’mores Station – adjacent to the carousel
- Carousel Rides
WildLights is presented by the H.N. and Frances C. Berger Foundation and is sponsored by HiTech Lights and takes place at 47900 Portola Ave, Palm Desert.
WildLights takes place December 4-5, 11-12, 18-24, 26-27. Event hours are 6 - 9 p.m. with last entry at 8:30 p.m.
Admission is $14 per person; $12 for members, military (with ID); $10 for children ages 3-12 and free for those under 3. Some attractions require additional fees.
Learn more about this event at https://www.livingdesert.org/events/upcoming-zoo-events/wildlights/
The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens is a nonprofit, accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, ensuring the highest standards of all aspects of animal care, education, conservation, public service, and operations. The Zoo is active in conservation research, habitat protection, breeding programs and education initiatives around the world, as well as in its own community. The Zoo has been a top destination in the Palm Springs area for nearly 50 years. The Living Desert is located at 47900 Portola Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92260.
