Glowfari is Oakland Zoo’s immersive light show of epic proportions, featuring dozens of stunning lantern displays in a totally unique holiday light experience. It is a local favorite for both kids and adults, and we look forward to seeing it every single year. The display opened this week and will remain open on select dates until January 26, 2025. Tickets for the creative light installation are now on sale through December 12th.
Each year, the zoo places hundreds of gigantic hand-painted animal lanterns along a meandering pathway, making for a totally unique night tour. This year, the spectacular lanterns include a beautiful farm scene complete with a barn and an adorable groundhog. Then, the display takes you under a massive spiraling snake. Finally, you can travel back in time to see dazzling dinosaur lanterns before continuing to Egypt to see the pyramids and the Sphinx.
Glowfari is a special display happening after Oakland Zoo hours, so there will be no live animals to see as part of the event. Tickets will start at $28 for. Children under two and adults over 76 get in free, and members get a 10% discount. Keep in mind that Glowfari tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. The display is open from 4:30 to 9 pm on the selected dates. Tickets go on sale 28 days before the next open date.
Glowfari dates:
- November: 13-17, 20-27, 29-30
- December: 1-23, 26-31
- January: 1-5, 8-12, 15-19, 22-26
Each year, Glowfari is widely popular, so we recommend booking your tickets early to ensure you get to see the dazzling display. Proceeds from Glowfari go to support the zoo’s operating expenses and animal care so that we may continue to enjoy events like this one well into the future.
Find Oakland Zoo at 9777 Golf Links Road in Oakland, CA.