Zoo Night & Lights

Zoo Nights & Lights is a holiday tradition to behold. Everyone will enjoy live performances from local bands and choirs while taking in the dazzling light displays. Browse for holiday gifts at our arts and crafts show. Plus kids can decorate a gingerbread cookie and make a craft.

The Gladys Porter Zoo invites Rio Grande Valley residents and visitors to its annual holiday celebration, on December 6th, 7th and 8th from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tickets are now on sale for $2.50 or donate a new unwrapped toy for Toys for Tots. Zoo members get in free. Zoo members get in free with their membership cards. Tickets are available now for pre-sale or can be purchased at the gate on each night of the event.

Zoo Nights & Lights offers holiday spirit for all families and a romantic setting for a date night. It is an event designed to allow for a break from the stress of the Holiday Season.

There is a lot to do in the Mitte Cultural District so after you visit the Zoo make plans to walk over to the other museums in the District. You can see the Holiday Village, Shrek the Musical or Las Alas exhibit.