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Christmas Holidays

Festival of Lights at Cosley Zoo

November 28, 2025 - December 30, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 9:00 pm

Colorful holiday lights decorate the Cosley Zoo entrance during the Festival of Lights in Wheaton, featuring animal and snowflake designs.

Photo credit: Courtesy of Cosley Zoo / Wheaton Park District

Location

Cosley Zoo

1356 Gary Ave.

Wheaton, IL 60187

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Description

See 20,000 twinkling lights, festive animal displays and shop for Christmas trees, wreaths and garlands at the Cosley Zoo Festival of Lights. Families can sip hot chocolate and enjoy the holiday glow while supporting the zoo. Admission is free with donations encouraged.

Event cost: Free admission; donations encouraged

Event times: Nov. 28–Dec. 30, 9 a.m.–9 p.m.; closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day; open 9 a.m.–noon Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve

Additional Information

Website: https://cosleyzoo.org/festival-of-lights-tree-sale/

Age recommendation: Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Preschool, Teens, Toddlers, Tweens

Neighborhood: Western Suburbs

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