Wild Lights is one of the largest Chinese lantern festivals in the nation and the Louisville area’s first-ever outdoor Chinese lantern festival. 

May 15 – July 26, 2026
Thursdays – Sundays only

Enter from 7–10 p.m. nightly.

Route closes at 11:30 p.m.

Advance online ticket required.
This is an outdoor event. 

Experience Wild Lights: Around the World – with NEW lanterns at the Louisville Zoo!

Our popular lantern festival is back and brighter than ever!
This year’s festival debuts a new collection of handcrafted Chinese lantern displays, blending centuries-old artistry with imaginative design to create an unforgettable nighttime adventure.  Journey through four immersive themed realms — Magical Forest, Magical Ocean, Pre-Historic Animals, and Wondrous Asia — each brought to life with vibrant color, larger-than-life sculptures, and intricate cultural craftsmanship. From glowing wildlife to mythic scenes inspired by global traditions, nearly every display you’ll encounter in 2026 is brand new.

Advance Online Ticket Prices

Adult tickets start at $20
Child / Senior tickets start at $16
Limited number of  $27 “Anytime tickets”
Louisville Zoo member discounts!

 Gate Prices
Night of the Event

Adult: $35 | Child/Senior: $28
Military: $18 (Thurs/Sun) | $20 (Fri/Sat)

Available the night of the event only,
while supplies last.

 

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