Inside Look At Buffalo Zoo’s Epic Illumination

This event at the Buffalo Zoo is really a must-do this summer for you and the family. It is called 'Illumination' at the Buffalo Zoo and it has already started and goes all the way through August 20, 2023. It's a really cool event at the zoo. Once the sun goes down it is a really cool sight to see.

Zoomagination: The Festival of Lanterns and Lights 2023

Buffalo Zoo

There are pop-up decorations that are all over the zoo between animal exhibits and they are impressive. They're HUGE. Take a look at some of the pictures below. Of course, the pictures were taken during the daytime (we didn't want to spoil too much--but, you have to see them at night).

The exhibits are only lit up on WEDNESDAYS - SUNDAYS.

Is it the same as last year?

No! There are brand-new attractions and lights for the new year and they are, in our opinion, BETTER than last year.

Does your Buffalo Zoo season get you into the event?

No, you still need to purchase a ticket.

How much is a ticket to get into the Buffalo Zoo's Illumination? 

There are two different

WEDNESDAY VALUE NIGHT TICKETS: 

Non-Member Adult (Ages 13+): $18.95 

Non-Member Child (Ages 2–12): $14.95 

Member Adult (Ages 13+): $15.95 

Member Child (Ages 2–12): $11.95 

23 Months and Under: FREE (But still needs a ticket to enter) 

THURSDAY–SUNDAY TICKETS: 

Non-Member Adult (Ages 13+): $19.95 

Non-Member Child (Ages 2–12): $15.95 

Member Adult (Ages 13+): $16.95 

Member Child (Ages 2–12): $12.95 

23 Months and Under: FREE (But still needs a ticket to enter) 

What else will be happening during Illumination?

•  Cultural performances - 7:00 pm, 8:00 pm, and 9:00 pm
• Asian Inspired Food
• artisan shops
• Beer Garden will be open