Have you been thinking about Christmas a lot lately? Too soon?
Well, it will be here before we know it, as will some of the region’s beloved holiday events.
If you’re thinking that far ahead, you might want to go ahead and nab tickets to two of the biggest.
- Tickets are on sale for WildLanterns, the popular holiday light show at Woodland Park Zoo. It will run Nov. 11, 2022 through Jan. 22, 2023. This year’s show will have new lanterns and themed zones plus old favorites. Here’s where to get tickets if you’re the plan ahead type. They must be reserved for a particular date and time, and there are no refunds. Read carefully: Ticket prices vary this year based on “peak” and “off-peak” designations. New this year: Sensory-friendly nights Nov. 16, Dec. 13 and Jan. 12; special low-sensory experiences to provide a comfortable holiday adventure (open to all). Â [ Parent review: WildLanterns, Woodland Park Zoo’s holiday light festival ]
Photo: Katie Cotterill, Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium
- Zoolights at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium in Tacoma will run Nov. 25-Jan. 2 (closed Dec. 24 and Dec. 25). Zoolights features more than 800,000 colorful LED lights and dozens of 3D animal light displays. Find timed tickets for sale here. Familiar favorites at Zoolights include two Narrows bridges, Mount Rainier, sledding penguins and a trio of polar bears. New this year: swimming sea otters. The two Tunnels of Lights are perfect for photos. Kids’ Zone will be open, as will the vintage Paul Titus Carousel; aquariums will be closed. Plaza Café and Plaza Gifts will be open, as will a new outdoor beer garden with firepits.
