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Opening Friday, November 20, 2026

Friday, Saturday and Sunday Nights 5pm - 9pm!

   Live Entertainment featuring our talented singing characters and musicians, Visits from our favorite green grumpy friend, Meet & Greets with Santa Claus,  Brilliant Holiday Light Displays, Treats and Eats, S'Mores roasting areas, Specialty Drinks, Holiday Shopping, and so much more!

This is an entirely WALK THROUGH evening event and requires a Winter Wonderland admission ticket that can be purchased ONLINE for a discount or at the door! This beloved festive tradition, perfect for family and friends, is set to shine brighter and larger than ever before, featuring brilliant illuminated lights and dazzling displays that will transform the Zoo into a winter wonderland. Join us for the 2026 season where you will be able to walk through an extended portion of our light displays (formerly a train ride) where you will have time to stop, take pictures and explore at your leisure!

The Carousel, Petting Zoo and Rainforest Room will be Open to guests (subject to change due to weather and conditions). 

   Please dress warmly and appropriately as the event is outdoors. There may be wet/snowy conditions so appropriate footware is encouraged!  You can always warm up in the Purple Peacock Gift Shop or in our Carousel Building and don't forget to make a reservation at Gallifords Restaurant 508-928-0928, make reservations early and check out their special holiday dinner nights and Santa Brunches! 

Please note: Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve, Winter Wonderland will CLOSE AT 7:30pm - Last Day for Santa is 12/24

* Winter Wonderland is Closed Christmas Day & New Year's Day

For more information on Winter Wonderland click here.

Notice: Santa will not be here after 12/24. We will be open additional dates during Holiday Break between 12/21-1/3!