ZooLights at the National Zoo

Friday, November 20 – Sunday, January 3 · Smithsonian's National Zoo, 3001 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008

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The National Zoo's winter light festival: one million LED lights, animal lanterns and live music along the zoo's main paths. Runs Nov 20, 2026 - Jan 3, 2027. Evening hours and ticketing for 2026 had not been posted as of Aug 2026 - entry passes are required for all guests, so check the zoo's page before you go.

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