You’ll Be Dazzled By The Larger Than Life Wild Lights Festival At The Louisville Zoo

We are fortunate here in Kentucky to have so many unique attractions and things to do, and also that our state often welcomes one-of-a-kind events to the Bluegrass. In the spring of 2023, the Louisville Zoo is hosting Wild Lights: Around The World, which will show you the zoo in a whole new light (pun intended!). The Wild Lights Festival in Kentucky is magical and larger than life and you'll want to plan ahead to visit this incredible illuminated trail and attraction.

Please note that some of these photos reflect Wild Lights events from previous years.

Our lovely Louisville Zoo has been celebrating 50 years of family memories and this spring, it's going to welcome one of its biggest events ever.

Wild Lights: Around the World in Kentucky is happening through May 2023, and it's the must-visit event of the spring!

Don’t miss the thrilling sights of the region’s largest lantern festival with hundreds of lanterns aglow with more than 50,000 LED light bulbs.

The incredible creations will be placed on both land and water, creating a larger than life atmosphere within the zoo.

Prepare for a memorable evening that's a wonderful outing for all ages.

The trail is handicapped accessible and stroller friendly as it winds through the zoo. The zoo will remain open its normal hours during the day, but keep in mind a separate ticket must be purchased ahead of time for Wild Lights.

This traveling event includes many favorite installations.

While most of the lanterns are meant to be viewed and not touched, there are some that are interactive. Look for the color-changing swings and whimsical lily pads, among others.

It's highly recommended that you purchase tickets for this event ahead of time, in case specific dates sell out.

You can save if you are a zoo member and also by purchasing a family four pack of tickets. If you're planning a longer visit, be sure to purchase both tickets for a daytime zoo visit and the evening event (discounts may be available when you do this).

This is such a unique festival in Kentucky -- don't miss out on the opportunity to wander among these larger-than-life luminaries!

Wild Lights: Around the World in Kentucky is an amazing festival in the Bluegrass State. Experience mesmerizing lanterns and an illuminated trail that will show you the Louisville Zoo in a whole new light. Are you hoping to attend this larger than life festival? Let us know in the comments and be sure to tag anyone who would like to join you!

For more information, visit the Wild Lights Festival website.

And for more on the Louisville Zoo, check out why else you should visit this 50-year-old Kentucky attraction.