Why You Should Visit Houston Zoo Lights

You'll see the Houston Zoo in a completely new light.

Visitors already dig the zoo's park-like grounds, highlighted by its nearly centuries-old oak trees. During Zoo Lights, the zoo radiates with new colors and whimsical displays.

It's a family-friendly activity for the holidays.

Kids'll dig the riding the Wildlife Carousel at night and talking to "Candy," Zoo Lights's peppermint-striped interactive zebra. Do your kids like to dance? They can boogie down in the usual chimpanzee viewing area, which will be turned in a "Holiday Disco." We've also heard rumors that—on select nights—a certain rotund gentleman from the North Pole will be making an appearance.

You can snack on holiday-themed treats.

Like hot cocoa and s'mores. Plus all sorts of snacks from the Cypress Circle Café and Texas-style BBQ from a nightly food truck.

It's environmentally friendly.

The Zoo puts up LED lights, which use 85% less energy than incandescent lights. Plus, the Zoo will accept their guests' unwanted holiday lights so that they can be properly recycled.

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