Holiday Lights Spectacular
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November 29, 2024–January 4, 2025
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5:00 PM–9:30 PM
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Today's Zoo Hours
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
The Zoo will be OPEN on Wednesday, November 27th, 10am – 4pm // Providence schools are closed.
Carousel Village will also be OPEN 12pm – 4pm.
SAVE THE DATE – Zoobilee! Party with a Purpose
SAVE THE DATE! Saturday, June 28, 2025
Party with a purpose at the Zoo’s 33rd annual Zoobilee presented by BankRI. Join us on Saturday, June 28th for a night of roaring fun, all for a great cause! Indulge in delicious bites from dozens of the area’s top restaurants and sip on refreshing cocktails. Dance the night away under the stars and get to know some of your favorite furry (and feathery) friends with special encounters.
Plus, your ticket helps save wildlife and wild places! Every dollar raised at Zoobilee supports the Zoo’s mission of conservation and education.
All food samples are included, and cash bars are available. This is an adults-only evening event (21+) and no person under the age of 21 will be permitted (including infants).
Current Zoo members receive a $25 discount off each general admission ticket (limit 2 at the member rate). Discount will automatically apply at checkout.
2025 EVENT DETAILS
BITE & SIP from dozens of the area's best restaurants, caterers and bars
2024 Food & Beverage Providers **as of June 28, 2024
Interested in joining us as a food or beverage provider?
- Want to participate? Learn all about Zoobilee in our Restaurant Handbook >
- Secure your spot at Zoobilee by contacting our restaurant coordinator >
- Event Participants must submit the following 4 weeks prior to Zoobilee:
- Want to Change the World? Review these tips to helps us “green” Zoobilee: Tips to Minimize Waste during Zoobilee >
ENTERTAINMENT & ENCOUNTERS - Plan your night
- Animal Encounters: Get up close with your favorite furry (or feathery) friends!
- Music to Move Your Soul: Dance the night away – music to be announced soon!
- Pop a Bottle: It’s Wine & Beer Bottle Bazaar time! Score delicious wines and craft beers (think bubbly pinots and juicy IPAs) for just $35. But here’s the twist: every bottle and 6-pack hides a SURPRISE gift certificate! You could win vouchers for fancy dinners, thrilling adventures, relaxing spa days, and more! Most certificates are worth $25 or WAY more!
PARTY ANIMALS - Thank you to our generous 2024 sponsors!
THANK YOU to our generous sponsors and committee members who help to make Zoobilee! Feast with the Beasts not only possible, but a wild fundraising success!
Interested in Becoming a Sponsor?
Want to be a sponsor? Learn all about our Zoobilee Sponsorship Opportunities >
Questions? Please contact Judy Lockard at Jlockard@rwpzoo.org or call (401) 785-3510 ext. 318.
2025 Online Auction
Our Zoobilee! Party with a Purpose online auction has some of the wildest Zoo offerings up for bid! Make a bid on experiences like VIP Sloth and Elephant Encounters, one-of-a-kind animal art pieces, unique gifts, priceless sports memorabilia, and much more!
AUCTION LINK COMING SOON! Your bids will help to raise money for all the animals at the Zoo and auction proceeds fund important education and conservation programs both locally and globally!