11/13 - 01/17 Central Florida Zoo and Botanical Gardens Asian Lantern Festival

Experience the Zoo like you’ve never seen it before!
This holiday season, the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens will glow once again as it hosts the Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild, presented by Publix!

Step into a world of light and color like you’ve never seen before. Wander the three-quarter-mile pathway filled with all-new, handcrafted lantern scenes, each glowing with thousands of LED lights. From glowing wildlife scenes featuring North American wildlife to dazzling celestial displays that showcase the wonders of space, to a parade of traditional Chinese creatures from folklore.

Experience the beauty and tradition of Asian lantern festivals right here in Central Florida, and enjoy exclusive seasonal food and drink offerings available for purchase throughout the festival.

This dazzling after-hours event is perfect for guests of all ages and is only available for a limited time.

Tickets are only available online and must be purchased in advance for specific entry times: 6 p.m., 7 p.m., or 8 p.m. Space is limited, and nights will sell out quickly. Walk up tickets will not be available. All guests are welcome to stay until 10 p.m. closing, regardless of entry time.