Christmas at the Indianapolis Zoo

Christmas at the Indianapolis Zoo is truly a magical, memorable experience. You will be delighted with the thousands of dazzling lights on the trees and hundreds of beautiful light displays around the Indianapolis Zoo grounds. Christmas at the Zoo is one of the most popular Holiday events in Indianapolis. The animals that love the cooler fall and winter weather are out and more active. The seals, sea lions, polar bears, walrus, tigers, and bears love the cooler temperatures.

Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus will be in Santa's Village, in the North Pavilion, to meet and talk with you. On certain evenings Santa's reindeer will be there for you to see. At Santa's Village you can put a wish or blessing on the tree, decorate a cookie and even write a letter to Santa Claus. As you walk along you will be entertained by the carolers and local school choirs, and can even join in the singing. The animal keepers will be out as they host special chats and answer questions. You can hop abroad the Holiday Train and enjoy a train ride. From my experience, the train ride is well worth the extra cost. There will be a special Christmas dolphin show you won't want to miss.

This years Christmas light display will prove to be one of the brightest ever as they continue to change out the light in the trees and displays to the LED equivalent. LEDs (light Emitting Diodes) use far less power than the typical strand of lights while offering a brighter and longer lasting bulb.

Christmas at the Zoo is celebrated December 4 thru 30 from 5-9pm, closed for Christmas Eve and Day. The Zoo opens at noon, so you can come and enjoy the regular Zoo activities. Full Christmas at the Zoo activities begin at 5pm. Zoo members are admitted free to this event, and non-member tickets are $8.50 for adults and $6.50 for seniors 62+ and children 2-12. Children one and under are free, and parking is $5.00.

You can buy discounted tickets at Marsh Supermarkets for Adults $6.86, Children $5.39.

Receive $1 off admission from AT&T by bringing a phone book to recycle.

Visitors to Christmas at the Zoo receive $1 off admission with the donation of a new hat, scarf or pair of gloves for St. Mary's Children Center, which helps young children who are at risk for social, emotional, economic and environmental problems.

For information on group tickets, call Donna at (317) 630-2014.

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