Enjoy the holidays with a magical visit to the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Gardens.

The Cincinnati Zoo Festival of Lights is an enchanting holiday event that transforms the zoo into a magical winter wonderland. Recognized as one of the nation’s top holiday light displays.

Held annually from mid-November to early January, the Festival of Lights is a cherished holiday tradition for families in Cincinnati and beyond, blending holiday cheer, dazzling displays, and wildlife experiences into a truly magical event