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Christmas at the Zoo

A joyful group enjoys a festive atmosphere, warmly dressed and admiring colorful holiday lights, with a child holding a teddy bear.

Wild About the Holidays

Celebrate Christmas at the Zoo with festive fun for the whole family. Enjoy select animal habitats, holiday laser and light shows, the magical Wish for Snow experience, and plenty of seasonal cheer.

Zoo Highlights

  • Arctic Express Train
  • Wish for Snow Experience
  • Holiday Laser & Light Shows
  • Holiday Shopping

Zoo Lights & Holiday Delights

See the Good Zoo glow during Festival of Lights with illuminated habitats and holiday fun. Arrive before 4 PM to see the animals.

A joyful woman and child smile broadly, surrounded by vibrant, colorful lights, as the child points excitedly at something off-screen.A charming snow globe features lit Christmas trees surrounded by a snowy landscape and hanging snowflakes, set in a serene woodland.A brightly lit blue and yellow train decorated for the holidays stands against a dark sky, surrounded by trees adorned with sparkling lights at Oglebay Good Zoo.A joyful woman and child pose together with a teddy bear, surrounded by colorful Christmas lights and festive decorations. Snow covers the ground.A vibrant burst of colors radiates from a central point, creating a dazzling display of lights against a dark background.A tall stack of s'mores features layers of toasted marshmallows, chocolate, and graham crackers, tempting with their gooey goodness.

Zoo Lights & Holiday Delights

See the Good Zoo glow during Festival of Lights with illuminated habitats and holiday fun. Arrive before 4 PM to see the animals.