Holiday Lights Spectacular

November 28 - January 2, 2026

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Bring family and friends to experience Holiday Lights Spectacular, November 28 through January 2, 2026 at The Roger Williams Park Zoo! Experience Rhode Island’s brightest annual walk-through experience, lighting up the season with more than 3.5 million twinkling bulbs across 40 acres of festive fun.

Stroll, sip, and saunter your way through glowing pathways and whimsical displays that bring the holidays to life! Featuring festive, larger-than-life, dazzling displays, this year’s event is even bigger and brighter, transforming the Zoo into a winter wonderland! Join us and ring in the season nightly from 5:00-9:30 p.m. (Closed Christmas Eve/Day)

Bundle up, grab an adult beverage, hot chocolate, or roast some s’mores and stroll through 40 acres of illuminated pathways. From radiant reindeers to sparkly snowmen, this is a must-see experience this holiday season. More details can be found here!

Ocean State Media has your tickets to attend this festive holiday experience! When you join or renew your membership at the $75 level or more you can receive (2) tickets to Holiday Lights Spectacular. Be sure to select your tickets from our “Thank You Gift” options before you checkout. For questions or more information email membership@oceanstatemedia.org


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