Category: Events

LumiNature first debuted at the Philadelphia Zoo back in 2019. Since then, it's gotten bigger and brighter each and every year. So, this year, I decided to take the family to see what all the hype was all about and it delivered! LumiNature lights up the Philly Zoo and, lucky for you, I've documented the whole experience. LumiNature shimmers again! A fantastical light experience, LumiNature is set to transform the Zoo into a dazzling winter wonderland. Featuring 14 illuminated zones, LumiNature takes guests on a magical journey of lights, sounds, and surprises, offering lively displays and newly enhanced installations designed to inspire and delight guests this holiday season. In 2021, LumiNature doubled the amount of lights in it's display, using…

The Halloween tradition continues: Boo at the Zoo is back! I remember visiting the Philadelphia Zoo in October as a kid. It was an awesome experience. Every year around this time, the zoo transformed into a spooky wonderland, decorated with ghosts, jack-o-lanterns, and cobwebs throughout. Kids were encouraged to wear Halloween costumes while visiting their favorite animals (He-man, Thundercats and Ghostbusters were all big back then). Zoo staff also participated in the event by dressing up and handing out candy. It was a lot of fun! A Philly tradition that's still going strong Decades later, the Philadelphia Zoo is still combining two things every kid loves: animals and trick-or-treating! Join us for three spooky weekends this October during our annual…