# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Lights Before Christmas presented by Huntington Bank
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 03 Jan, 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sat, 03 Jan, 2026 at 09:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Experience more magic as we celebrate a timeless tradition that shines brighter with each season! ?✨❄️

Bask in the glow of over one million lights, 200+ illuminated animal images, the legendary Big Tree and endless holiday cheer around every corner.

To culminate a year celebrating 125 years of the Toledo Zoo and 40 years of Lights, we’re lighting up the sky like never before with two drone shows on Fri, Nov. 21. 

Santa will be available for photos and visits in the Winter Village sponsored by Kroger from 4 - 8 p.m. daily, Nov. 21 - Dec. 23.

Seasonal concessions, rides and activities are also available.

Event Hours
During Lights, the Zoo is open evenings only, starting at 3 p.m.

Mon - Thurs
Open 3 - 8 p.m., Zoo closes at 9 p.m.

Fri - Sun
Open 3 - 9 p.m., Zoo closes at 10 p.m.

Thanksgiving Day
Open 3 - 8 p.m., Zoo closes at 9 p.m.

Christmas Eve
Open 3 - 8 p.m., Zoo closes at 9 p.m.

Christmas Day
Open 3 - 8 p.m., Zoo closes at 9 p.m.

New Year's Eve
Open 3 - 8 p.m., Zoo closes at 9 p.m.

New Year's Day
Open 3 - 8 p.m., Zoo closes at 9 p.m.

Hours will not be affected for Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve or Christmas Day.

On New Year's Eve, the Zoo will open at 10 a.m. for the ticketed event, Noon Year's Eve. Learn more at https://www.toledozoo.org/events/noon-years-eve

Toledo Zoo is a nominee for USA TODAY 10Best's 2025 Holiday Readers' Choice for Best Zoo Lights! Cast your vote daily at https://10best.usatoday.com/awards/best-zoo-lights/

For more info, visit https://www.toledozoo.org/events/lights-before-christmas

Please be aware of fake ticket sales. If you see any comments or posts offering tickets for sale, do not engage with them.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/toledo/lights-before-christmas-presented-by-huntington-bank/200029438822438
- **Event Categories**: new-year, holiday
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 6

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Toledo
- **state**: OH
- **country**: United States
- **location**: The Toledo Zoo
- **lat**: 41.623688972273
- **long**: -83.579087379091
- **full address**: The Toledo Zoo, Toledo, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Lights Before Christmas presented by Huntington Bank being held?
  - **A:** Lights Before Christmas presented by Huntington Bank takes place on Sat, 03 Jan, 2026 at 03:00 pm to Sat, 03 Jan, 2026 at 09:00 pm at The Toledo Zoo, Toledo, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Lights Before Christmas presented by Huntington Bank?
  - **A:** Lights Before Christmas presented by Huntington Bank is organized by The Toledo Zoo.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Lights Before Christmas presented by Huntington Bank is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Toledo, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Lights Before Christmas presented by Huntington Bank sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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