Special Events
Wild Lights: Passport to Wonder
Date
12.11.26 to
05.01.27
Ticket price
Under 3yrs go free. Prices vary, see booking page
Suitable for
All the family
Step inside this year’s Wild Lights:
Passport to Wonder
From 12th November, Ireland’s largest festival of lights returns to Dublin Zoo with a spectacular new experience.
Wild Lights: Passport to Wonder invites you on a journey through nine immersive zones, where captivating celebrations and traditions from across the globe come alive through magnificent handcrafted lanterns, dazzling light, music, colour and movement.
Feel the beat of K-Pop, the rhythm of Carnival, the glow of Diwali and the magic of Christmas as you explore a world of wonder. With unforgettable sights around every corner, Wild Lights is the perfect way to make magical memories with family and friends.
Nine zones. Countless moments of wonder. One unforgettable night.
This year, under 3s go free at Wild Lights. A little extra wonder for your family night out!
And every visit helps Dublin Zoo protect wildlife in Ireland and around the world.
And that’s not all…
Book Early. Go Wild Twice.
With our exclusive early bird offers!
Are you ready to step inside?
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Make the most of our Early Bird Offers, available from 28 September to 12 October 2026.
General admission: Book your Wild Lights tickets during the Early Bird period and receive one complimentary Dublin Zoo family visit with your qualifying order*. That’s two opportunities to enjoy the magic of Dublin Zoo this winter.
Annual Pass holders: Enjoy a limited time offer to save 20% on your next Annual Pass renewal when you purchase tickets during the Early Bird period. Your renewal discount must be redeemed within 12 months.
Don’t miss your chance to experience Passport to Wonder and book early to enjoy these special offers.
We can’t wait to welcome you back to Ireland’s largest festival of lights.
Be quick, this offer won’t be around for long!
Your Wild Lights adventure starts here 👇
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NEW! Flexible Tickets Have Arrived ✨
More flexibility. More magic. Less planning! 🌟
Want to experience Wild Lights without locking in a date? Now you can! With our NEW Flexible Ticket, you can visit on any open weekday, Monday–Friday.
- Buy your ticket now 🎟️
- Choose your weekday later 📅
The perfect option if you like to keep your plans flexible! 🎁
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Santa’s Grotto Experiences
Make magical Christmas memories at Dublin Zoo with our Santa’s Grotto experiences. Choose from a festive evening combining Wild Lights: Passport to Wonder with a visit to Santa, or a daytime family adventure at Dublin Zoo with a special gift from Santa included.
Sensory-Friendly Experiences
This winter, we’re delighted to offer expanded sensory-friendly options, making Wild Lights and Santa’s Grotto more accessible and enjoyable for everyone.
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