Posted in New York November 21, 2020 by

This Christmas Lights Display In New York Is An Exciting Festival The Whole Family Can Enjoy

Christmas light displays are a Christmas tradition for many Americans, but if you’re looking for something a little different this year, consider booking an evening at the Holiday Lights Festival at the Bronx Zoo. In addition to one of the most expansive and ornate displays of an illuminated animal kingdom, the event features a variety of activities like ice sculpting, theater, and more.

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Holiday Lights at the Bronx Zoo is one of the prettiest Christmas celebrations you'll find in New York, and it's right in the heart of New York City.
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The festival centers around an incredible collection of colorful, radiant illuminations that include all kinds of creatures in the animal kingdom, from a herd of zebras to a pandemonium of parrots.
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While touring this illuminated wonderland at night, you'll feel like the birds are hovering over you.
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Five lantern safaris spread out across the park showcase different wildlife of different regions and continents around the world, including Africa, Asia, Latin America, North America, and ocean life.
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There's no shortage of entertainment when it comes to this zoo-themed holiday celebration; stilt walkers dressed as animals, ice sculpting competitions, costumed characters and wildlife-themed theater.
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Plus, the event will add another incredible feature this year: the Luminous Garden. Visitors can step inside an immersive garden of lights full of so many illuminated flowers and creatures that it feels like a garden has come to life.
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If you've got a a great s'more recipe, now is the time to share it with the world; the Holiday Lights "s'more experts" will select the three most creative entries, and the organization's culinary team will then recreate them for visitors to enjoy.
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By the end of the night, you'll be ready to book your Bronx Zoo Holiday Lights tickets for 2021.
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Head to the Bronx Zoo website to book your tickets for this year’s event. Does your family have any Christmas traditions in and around New York? You can share your favorite holly, jolly New York traditions with us in the comments or on our nomination page.

Address: 2300 Southern Blvd, The Bronx, NY 10460, USA