Whether the ground is blanketed in snow or drizzled in the misty rain, the holidays in Washington are chock full of vibrant Christmas spirit. Every corner of the state is bursting with holiday cheer and colorful light displays! But as much as we love destinations like Leavenworth and fun activities like sledding at Mt. Rainier, there’s no denying that Seattle boasts some extra magic during the holiday season too. Itching to break that cabin fever? Every year, Woodland Park Zoo in Seattle kicks off WildLanterns – a vibrant, family-friendly lantern festival and adventure in one that’s perfect for brightening up your winter season. And it’s amazing.

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Doesn’t this event look beautiful?? These holiday zoo lights in Washington are an absolute treat!

Learn more about WildLanterns, check out this year’s opening dates, and grab your tickets on the Woodland Park Zoo website.

To explore even more of the best holiday lights in Seattle, check out some of our favorite Christmas light displays around the state.

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