Hattiesburg Zoo: Lights of the Wild

Hattiesburg Zoo’s “Lights of the Wild” has become a holiday MUST DO for friends and families in December.  Dazzling lighted displays feature super-sized animals, larger than life flowers and plants as well as holiday themed décor.  There is no better way to ring in the holiday season than with the splendor of “Lights of the Wild” at the Hattiesburg Zoo!
 
“Lights of the Wild” will take place over 11 nights, December 6^th - 8^th, 13^th - 15^th and 19^th - 23^rd from 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.  Monday-Thursday tickets cost $16 at the gate, while Friday - Sunday tickets cost $20. Online ticket sales end daily at 4:00 p.m. Children under 2 are free, and season passes do not apply for this special event.  Tickets for Lights of the Wild can be purchased through https://hattiesburgzoo.connectngo.com.  
 
In addition to the Zoo’s collection of beautiful and exotic lanterns, guests will also enjoy Story Time with Mrs. Claus in the Asbury Discovery Center, photos with Santa in the Africa Pavilion, animal encounters throughout the Zoo and unlimited rides on the Northern Lights Express Train and Candy Cane Carousel throughout the evening.  Numerous holiday treat stations will be located throughout the Zoo and include holiday favorites, dinner fare and seasonal beverages. 
 
New this year will be the Letters to Santa Station where children of all ages can write their wish lists and have them sent to Santa for his consideration.  Of course, getting their lists filled will depend on whether they are on the Naughty or Nice List!
 
It won’t matter what the temperatures are in South Mississippi because there will be snow every night of “Lights of the Wild”.  The white flakes will be falling at the Splash Pad and at Mt. Everest (Bug Hub) for kids and adults alike to enjoy. 
 
There will be a nightly ticket capacity limit, and ticket availability is not guaranteed at the gate.  “Lights of the Wild” is an outdoor, rain or shine event and tickets are non-refundable.  Please follow us via social media for any ticketing updates and/or weather cancellations for “Lights of the Wild”.  Tickets can be purchased at the Hattiesburg Zoo website here (link).  When purchasing tickets, guests must choose a specific night to attend “Lights of the Wild”.