L.A. Zoo Lights: Animals Aglow

Explore an immersive landscape filled with spectacular lantern sculptures of animals among blooming flowers, towering trees, and more for, a wildlife-centered experience that’s as inspiring as it is breathtaking.

Programs & Events

Gorilla opening presents

Holiday Gift Guide

Looking for wildly unique gifts? The L.A. Zoo has something for everyone on your list!

Elephant Male Billy Walking

February 25

Walk for the Wild Presented by SKECHERS

Introducing the L.A. Zoo’s first-ever in-person fundraising walk in support of the Zoo’s vital mission to save wildlife and wild places.

Peacock lantern in blue

November 18 – January 22

L.A. Zoo Lights: Animals Aglow

Explore an immersive landscape filled with large-scale lantern sculptures of spectacular animals among blooming flowers, towering trees, and more for a wildlife-centered experience that’s as inspiring as it is breathtaking.

Map of the L.A. Zoo

Our Mission:
Saving Wildlife

From the daily care of animals to educating and inspiring communities to leading species-saving efforts in far-off lands, everything we do has a single unifying goal: to help create a better future for wildlife.