Zoo Lights at The Henson Robinson Zoo
Fri, Nov 27 – Tue, Dec 22, 2026 • 5:00pm - 9:00pm
1100 E. Lake Shore Dr, Springfield, IL 62712
The Henson Robinson Zoo lights up for the holiday season. Enjoy some family fun at Zoo Lights.
Take a stroll through the zoo and enjoy thousands of lights and displays. Grab the family and gather at one of the photo opportunities for your holiday pics! Enjoy the hot chocolate bar or roast a marshmallow over the fire pit for a delicious s'more.
Open 5pm-9pm; Friday-Sunday; November 27-December 20th and December 21st & 22nd
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