Christmas in July

Fri, July 19 & Sat, July 20

7 – 11 p.m., with last gate admission at 10 p.m.

It’s a slice of Lights WAY Before Christmas… (Not the whole electrical spectacle though!) Stroll through a section of lights on the Zoo’s south side, while listening to holiday tunes with a seasonal beer, cocktail or frozen hot chocolate. Play glow in the dark mini golf, make some festive crafts, enjoy some strolling performances, an ice carving demonstration and more! The ProMedica Museum of Natural History, Aquarium, Reptile House, splash pad, carousel, train and Nancy L. & Martin Davidson Barnyard will also be open for visitors.

As part of our Conda Family Zoo For All program, a Sensory Area will be available on the top floor of the ProMedica Museum of Natural History from 7 - 10 p.m. each night. This area is designed as a quiet zone, offering sensory-friendly activities with dedicated staff and volunteers ready to support any sensory needs. Click here for more information about our accessibility features.

Friday only

Gamers can have a blast in the Party on a Truck!
7 – 10 p.m.
Mobile video gaming experience

Hanging Terrarium Ornament Making
7 – 10 p.m.
Price: $35
Add some extra holiday flair to Christmas in July by creating a beautiful hanging terrarium filled with live plants! Just because Christmas in July doesn’t typically include a tree to decorate, it doesn’t mean we can’t accessorize our homes with charming glass baubles. Pop into the Relic Room of the Promedica Museum of Natural History to make a living ornament perfect for every season!

Friday & Saturday

7 – 9:30 p.m.

Visit with Santa, Main Plaza

Meet & greets with Elsa, Ana & Spiderman, near Monarch Marketplace
Laurel’s Characters & Co.

Santa & character lines close at 9:30 p.m.

Sunday, July 21

Christmas in July weekend continues on Sunday, July 21 with a Velvet Jones concert, as part of the Music under the Stars series. This outdoor concert begins at 7:30 p.m. in the Zoo’s historic Amphitheatre and is free to the public. Enjoy a performance with DC Taylor-Acoustic Duo in our Main Plaza, as you stroll through the lights, when the gates open at 6 p.m. The Zoo closes at 10 p.m.

Please note on Sunday you are welcome to enjoy the south side lights and musical performances, but buildings and exhibits are closed. Aquarium restrooms are open and concessions are available for purchase.

Learn more at toledozoo.org/music