Holiday Zoolights: Stone Zoo

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Venue:	Stone Zoo
Dates:	Friday, November 15, 2024 - Sunday, January 5, 2025
Hours:	Hours Vary see below
Ages:	Infants, Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults
In/Outdoor:	Outdoor
Cost:	$ see below
Category:	Seasonal Fun

Zoo New England’s beloved holiday tradition, ZooLights, will be returning to bring cheer and festive fun to visitors of Stone Zoo from Friday, November 15th to January 5th, 2025.

Guests can immerse themselves in a winter wonderland as they stroll along tree-lined paths aglow with hundreds of thousands of twinkling lights.

As they walk among the enchanting glow of the displays throughout the zoo, they may also see some of the animal residents including flamingos, black bears, and even reindeer.

Rumor has it, Santa will be making appearances for meet and greet opportunities beginning November 25th.

Sensory-Inclusive Night, January 2, 4:00pm-9:00pm:
ZooLights, Stone Zoo’s annual winter wonderland light display, is hosting a sensory-inclusive night for guests and their families on January 2. This special night, now in its third year, offers an alternative option for guests who benefit from a lower-intensity sensory experience, and is included with standard ZooLights admission. During the event, some aspects of the display will be deactivated and reduced to accommodate a sensory-friendly atmosphere.

Intergalactic Night, January 4, 4:00pm-9:00pm
Be transported to a galaxy far away on Saturday, January 4, when ZooLights celebrates Intergalactic Night. The costumed characters who will be at Stone Zoo are local members of “the New England Star Wars Costume Club” who, with the use of their movie-quality costumes, contribute to the local community through charity and volunteer work. Guests are invited to join in on the fun by wearing their own galactic-themed outfits for out of this world photo ops.

This year, guests can make their visit to Stone Zoo and ZooLights extra merry by reserving a spot at the Hot Chocolate with the Reindeer event.

During this special opportunity held on Fridays-Sundays from 3:30pm-4:00pm, visitors will sip hot chocolate and be able to take photos while learning more about Stone Zoo’s resident reindeer from a member of the animal care team. Pre-registration is required.

Don’t forget to check out Zoo New England’s holiday gift guide, which features unique gifts for every member of your family to enjoy. Proceeds from these purchases support the operation and continued growth of Zoo New England, its education programs and conservation initiatives.

Looking for more holiday lights near Boston? Visit our guide to find some fun new sparkling experiences to enjoy with friends & family this year.

For more ideas about things to do in Boston, visit our insider guides and our Boston events calendar to stay in the know.

HOURS

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November 15 - January 5, 4:00 - 9:30 p.m. (Closed Thanksgiving & Christmas Day)

COST

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$20 for a group of four | $5 for each additional guest

WEBSITE

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www.zoonewengland.org/engage/zoolights/

LOCATION

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149 Pond Street, Stoneham, MA map
Phone: (617) 541-5466

Stone Zoo
149 Pond Street
Stoneham, MA 02180

REVIEWS

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Fantastic experience

What a great experience to walk around the zoo covered in Christmas lights, meet the reindeer and visit Santa's Castle. Our family visited on Christmas Eve and absolutely loved it - it totally put us in the mood for Christmas! Thanks so much Stone Zoo, and keep up the good work!

Nice to visit the Zoo in the winter recommeded family fun

We took our 2.5 year old and 5 year old and they loved it from the minute we pulled up and saw the illumination of all the lights. Get there early and dress warm (we bundled in snow/ski pants, jackets, hats and gloves) and were comfortable for over 1.5 hours walking around outside in 36 degrees. We rode the carousel and had a photo with a reindeer. The kids didn't want to leave. It is reasonably priced to get in but everything is extra. $2 each for the rides,$5 suggested donation for the photos with the reindeer and $12 for a photo with Santa, plus drinks and fried dough and cotton candy. Also, be prepared to wait in lines-to park, get in, to see the animals, to see Santa, to get on the rides and to get out. With all that being said, it is a great annual family event for all ages.

HOLIDAY TREE

WHAT is a 'holiday' tree? a CHRISTMAS tree, maybe?? weird..

Zoolights

My 1 and 2 year old sons enjoyed it, we lucked out on Friday's warm weather. the displays were nice but there were some that looked scary to me and my dh, such as the big bear that turns his head and blinks his eyes open and shut.... some other dolls were scary looking too.

Stone Zoo

My 3 and 4 year old enjoyed the walk around. It was great that it was just a short walk as it was a very cold night but got the kids into the christmas spirit. Appreciated that it was not too pricey as so many events are. Will definately go back next year

Absolutely Wonderful

Absolutely Wonderful. My children ages 3 & 6 loved the lights. A very nice way to get into the holiday spirit. Also, it doesn't take long to walk through, so a good way to spend an hour or so.