Wild Lights 2026 at Cameron Park Zoo

Waco's largest holiday light show returns to Cameron Park Zoo. More than 3 million lights cover the zoo's inner loop, and Santa visits through Dec. 23. The animals are tucked in for the night. Proceeds support the zoo's conservation work. It is for families and kids of all ages. When: Starts Friday, Nov. 27, the day after Thanksgiving, and continues through Dec. 30, 6 to 9 p.m., with last entry at 8 p.m. Last year the show ran Thursday through Sunday plus extra nights near Christmas and was closed Dec. 24 and 25. The 2026 nightly schedule is not yet posted. Where: Cameron Park Zoo, 1701 N. 4th St, Waco, TX 76707. Cost: The zoo says 2026 ticket information is coming soon. Last year's prices on the zoo's ticket site were $15 for adults 13 and up and $12 for kids 3 to 12, with member discounts and daytime-plus-Wild Lights combo tickets. More info: https://www.cameronparkzoo.com/event/wild-lights-2026/ or 254-750-8400. Organizer: Cameron Park Zoo, City of Waco.