Holiday Lights Spectacular
Bring family and friends to experience Holiday Lights Spectacular presented by Rhode Island Energy – an annual walk-through experience just in time for the holidays.
Join us nightly November 28 – January 4, 2026 for a dazzling light display through the Zoo. Featuring 40 acres of festive larger-than-life luminous displays, this year’s event is even bigger and brighter with more than 3 1/2 million illuminated lights!
New This Year!
Discount Tuesdays: Enjoy special savings – get $5 off admission to the Holiday Lights Spectacular.
Meet & Greets with Frozen Favorites – Mondays & Wednesdays, 5:30–7:30 PM: Meet Elsa, Anna, and Olaf, along with the Grinch, for a festive photo-op. Don’t forget your camera!
Visit with Santa presented by Bank Newport – Thursdays, 5:30–7:30 PM: Stop by Santa’s Workshop in the Zoo Gift Shop to say hello and snap a picture with Santa himself.
Nightly Storytime with Roger the Red Panda – 6:00, 7:00, and 8:00 PM: Join Roger the Red Panda mascot and a special storyteller for the Zoo’s playful retelling of ’Twas the Night Before Christmas.
Extra Details
*Holiday Lights Spectacular is open on New Years Eve and New Year’s Day!*
Open rain or shine. NO REFUNDS OR RESCHEDULING. Tickets must be purchased online in advance.
Registration Details
Cost
$13 – $15
Location
Roger Williams Park Zoo
Date
November 28, 2025 – January 4, 2026
Time
5:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Event
Know Before You Go
Experience Holiday Lights Spectacular presented by RI Energy – Rhode Island’s brightest annual walk-through experience, lighting up the season with more than 3.5 million twinkling bulbs across 40 acres of festive fun. Stroll, sip, and saunter your way through glowing pathways and whimsical displays that bring the holidays to life. From playful penguins to shimmering snowflakes, the magic of the season is on display at New England’s favorite winter tradition.
Stop and grab a hot chocolate or an adult beverage, toast s’mores by the fire, and take in the glow that makes the Zoo shine after dark. It’s the perfect holiday experience to share with friends and family.
NEW THIS YEAR!
Monday & Wednesday Meet & Greets with Frozen Favorites: From 5:30-7:30 pm, meet Elsa, Anna, and Olaf, along with the Grinch, for a festive photo-op. Don’t forget your camera!
Tuesday Discount: Visit the Holiday Lights Spectacular on Tuesday night, to save $5 off each ticket. Please note that RWPZ members do not receive an additional discount on these tickets.
Thursday Visit with Santa presented by Bank Newport: From 5:30-7:30 pm, stop by Santa’s Workshop in the Zoo Gift Shop to say hello and snap a picture with Santa himself.
Nightly Storytime with Roger the Red Panda: Join Roger the Red Panda mascot and a special storyteller at 6:00, 7:00 and 8:00 pm for a playful retelling of ’Twas the Night Before Christmas.
Holiday Lights Spectacular is open rain or shine. NO REFUNDS OR RESCHEDULING. This program does not include animal exhibits. Please note: the Holiday Lights
Spectacular features flashing lights which may affect photosensitive visitors. See below for details on pricing, parking, and membership discounts.
Registration Details
Cost
$13 – $15
Location
Roger Williams Park Zoo
Date
November 28, 2025 – January 4, 2026
Time
5:00 pm – 9:30 pm