A winter visit to Cosley Zoo has become a favorite family tradition. Cosley Zoo is transformed into a winter wonderland with thousands of twinkling lights, an amazing selection of Christmas trees, wreaths and greenery, hot chocolate and an unique assortment of holiday gifts in the Wild Side Gift Shop.

Overview:

Cosley Zoo has four varieties of trees ranging from 3’ to 12’! Wreaths, greens, and garland are also available for purchase.
While at the zoo take a stroll through the winter wonderland featuring 20,000+ twinkling lights and a herd of whimsical lighted animal figures. Also, be sure to stop in the Wild Side gift shop for a great selection of unique holiday gifts. All proceeds from this event benefit Cosley Zoo.
The Festival of Lights and Tree Sale begins the day after Thanksgiving (11/26/2021) and continues through December 30.

Open 9A-9P – Lights come on at 3P
Closed on Christmas & New Year’s Day
Open 9A-12P on Christmas Eve & New Year’s Eve
Free Admission
Advanced reservations are not required during the Festival of Lights.  Reservations will return in January 2022.

While zoo admission is free during the Festival of Lights and Tree Sales, donations are greatly appreciated.

Hot Chocolate Hours: Monday-Friday 3-9P; Saturdays and Sundays 9A-9P