Bronx Zoo Holiday Lights
Bronx Zoo, New York, USA
Hundreds of glowing animal lanterns and a snow tube slide make for an easy, magical winter night out.
How the Dad Score breaks down
Scored July 2026- Together time18/20
- A lantern safari hand in hand, pointing out glowing tigers.
- Low faff16/20
- Select evenings and timed tickets need a little diary work.
- Value16/20
- Zoo pricing for an evening, with the snow slide earning its keep.
- Age span19/20
- Glowing animals land from toddler to teen.
- Weatherproof17/20
- Lanterns glow through cold and drizzle, and the run gives you many evenings to choose.
Editorial, never paid. How the Dad Score works
On select evenings the Bronx Zoo transforms into a winter wonderland with millions of lights and more than 400 illuminated wildlife lanterns spread across themed trails. There are seasonal treats, a snow tube slide and festive photo spots. The festival returns each holiday season.
Why it works for a dad and child
Walking the lantern safari hand in hand, pointing out glowing tigers and penguins, gives a dad and child an unhurried, screen free evening of shared delight.
When is Bronx Zoo Holiday Lights?
Bronx Zoo Holiday Lights runs 20 Nov to 3 Jan 2027 in New York, USA.
Is Bronx Zoo Holiday Lights worth it with kids?
girl.dad gives Bronx Zoo Holiday Lights a Dad Score of 86/100. Hundreds of glowing animal lanterns and a snow tube slide make for an easy, magical winter night out.
What should we plan for at Bronx Zoo Holiday Lights?
It is a seasonal event at Bronx Zoo in New York. Best age on the listing is All ages, and the price band is $$.