Wild Lights at the Louisville Zoo 2026
- 5/15/2026, 5/16/2026, 5/17/2026, 5/21/2026, 5/22/2026, 5/23/2026, 5/24/2026, 5/28/2026, 5/29/2026, 5/30/2026, 5/31/2026, 6/4/2026, 6/5/2026, 6/6/2026, 6/7/2026, 6/11/2026, 6/12/2026, 6/13/2026, 6/14/2026, 6/18/2026, 6/19/2026, 6/20/2026, 6/21/2026, 6/25/2026, 6/26/2026, 6/27/2026, 6/28/2026, 7/2/2026, 7/3/2026, 7/4/2026, 7/5/2026, 7/9/2026, 7/10/2026, 7/11/2026, 7/12/2026, 7/16/2026, 7/17/2026, 7/18/2026, 7/19/2026, 7/23/2026, 7/24/2026, 7/25/2026, 7/26/2026
- 1100 Trevilian Way, Louisville, KY 40213
- 502-459-2181
May 15 – July 26, 2026
Thursdays – Sundays only
Enter from 7–10 p.m. nightly.
Route closes at 11:30 p.m.
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.
Tickets vary
$16-35
- Presented By: Louisville Zoo
- Dates: 5/15/2026, 5/16/2026, 5/17/2026, 5/21/2026, 5/22/2026, 5/23/2026, 5/24/2026, 5/28/2026, 5/29/2026, 5/30/2026, 5/31/2026, 6/4/2026, 6/5/2026, 6/6/2026, 6/7/2026, 6/11/2026, 6/12/2026, 6/13/2026, 6/14/2026, 6/18/2026, 6/19/2026, 6/20/2026, 6/21/2026, 6/25/2026, 6/26/2026, 6/27/2026, 6/28/2026, 7/2/2026, 7/3/2026, 7/4/2026, 7/5/2026, 7/9/2026, 7/10/2026, 7/11/2026, 7/12/2026, 7/16/2026, 7/17/2026, 7/18/2026, 7/19/2026, 7/23/2026, 7/24/2026, 7/25/2026, 7/26/2026
- Location: Louisville Zoo
- Address: 1100 Trevilian Way, Louisville, KY 40213
- Phone: 502-459-2181
- Time: 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
- Price: $16-$35
