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Zoolights is back! Who’s ready for Pierce County’s largest light celebration?

Zoolights at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium 11/19/2024 (Katie G. Cotterill/Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium) (Katie G. Cotterill/Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium)

TACOMA, Wash. — Pierce County’s largest holiday light celebration is back and brighter than ever.

Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium’s Zoolights opens Friday, Nov. 29.

“For 37 years, Zoolights has been a cherished tradition for families and friends, and this season promises to bring even more joy to our South Sound community,” said the zoo’s Director, Alan Varsik in a news release.

Staff is rolling out some new light attractions this year, including a zoo safari that features illuminated elephants and giraffes, a tribute to Northwest Trek Wildlife Park featuring bears, bison, and wolves, a butterfly garden, and more.

Staff says there will be some fan favorites making a comeback this year, including their majestic Mount Rainier display, the spirited Seahawks Tree glowing in blue and green, and the Tacoma Narrows Bridges.

Zoolights will run nightly through Jan. 5 from 4:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.

It will be closed on Dec. 24 and 25.

To purchase tickets, click here.

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