BREVARD, Fla. — Brevard Zoo will light up the holiday season with the debut of a new nighttime attraction, Holiday Lights, while also bringing back its popular daytime holiday experience, Jolly Days.

Holiday Lights will take place on select evenings from Nov. 20 through Jan. 2, transforming the zoo into a festive wonderland featuring nearly 1 million lights and immersive holiday displays.

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Guests can explore illuminated scenes inspired by the North Pole, an enchanted forest and Visions of Sugar Plums, along with other whimsical holiday characters and settings.

Visitors will also have opportunities to interact with the displays, including posing inside a giant lighted ornament, strolling through a sparkling tree farm and enjoying Florida-inspired winter attractions.

Among the highlights is a nearly 11-foot-tall illuminated snowman, offering families a unique holiday experience in the Sunshine State.

The new event joins the return of Jolly Days, Brevard Zoo’s annual daytime seasonal celebration, giving visitors multiple ways to enjoy holiday festivities throughout the season.

Holiday Lights will be offered on select nights through Jan. 2. Additional event details and ticket information are available through Brevard Zoo.

Other Seasonal experiences

Thanksgiving at the Zoo: This family program from 10 a.m.-noon on Nov. 24 gives guests a behind-the-scenes look at what goes on in the Zoo’s Commissary – and allows them to create a Thanksgiving meal for the Zoo’s animal residents.
Wild Turkey Trot 3K: Runners and walkers can gobble up some steps at the Zoo’s second annual Thanksgiving 3K kicking off at 7:30 a.m. on Nov. 26.
Kids’ Holiday Hangout: Children ages 5-12 can enjoy an evening of up-close animal encounters, holiday-themed games, crafts, and a pizza dinner. This kids-only program will be held from 5-8 p.m. on Dec. 12.
Holly Jolly Brunch: Don your holiday pajamas and enjoy a morning of delicious food, live animal encounters, holiday activities, and special activities for the family on Dec. 20.
Winter Camp: When school is out, camp is in session at Brevard Zoo on Dec. 21-22 and Dec. 28-29 for grades 1-5.
Winter Sprinter 3K: Twinkling lights will be the guide during this evening family friendly race on Dec. 22.
Noon Year’s Eve: Sparkling juice toast, celebratory music, special activities – it’s a New Year’s Eve celebration at the Zoo (just at noon).
Tickets are on sale for Holiday Lights, Thanksgiving at the Zoo, Wild Turkey Trot 3K, Holly Jolly Brunch, and Winter Sprinter 3K at BrevardZoo.org.

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