Toledo Zoo & Aquarium
2 Hippo Way
Toledo, OH 43609
Friday, July 21 - Satruday, July 22, 2023 | 7 – 11 p.m.
It’s a slice of Lights WAY Before Christmas… (Not the whole electrical spectacle though!) Stroll through a section of lights on the Zoo’s south side, while listening to holiday tunes with a holiday beer, cocktail or frozen hot chocolate. Play glow in the dark mini golf, make some festive crafts, meet Buddy the Elf, enjoy some strolling performances, an ice carving demo and more! The ProMedica Museum of Natural History, Aquarium, Reptile House, splash pad, carousel, train and Nancy L. & Martin Davidson Barnyard will also be open for visitors.
Gamers can have a blast in the Party on a Truck!
Mobile video gaming experience
7 – 9 p.m.
Visit with Santa
7 – 9 p.m.
Character Meet & Greets with Laurel’s Characters & Co.
Elsa, Ana & Spiderman, 7 – 9:30 p.m.
Zoo members receive free admission for those covered under the membership.
Christmas in July weekend continues on Sunday, July 23 with a Velvet Jones concert, as part of the Music under the Stars series. This outdoor concert begins at 7:30 p.m. in the Zoo’s historic Amphitheatre and is free to the public. Enjoy a performance with DC Taylor-Acoustic Duo in our Main Plaza, as you stroll through the lights, when the gates open at 6 p.m. The Zoo closes at 10 p.m.
Please note on Sunday you are welcome to enjoy the south side lights and musical performances, but buildings and exhibits are closed. Concessions are available for purchase and Aquarium restrooms will be open.
Learn more at toledozoo.org/music
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