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Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild – Presented by Publix
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Experience the Zoo like you’ve never seen it before!
This holiday season, the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens will glow once again as it hosts the Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild, presented by Publix!
Step into a world of light and color like you’ve never seen before. Wander the three-quarter-mile pathway filled with all-new, handcrafted lantern scenes, each glowing with thousands of LED lights. From glowing wildlife scenes featuring North American wildlife to dazzling celestial displays that showcase the wonders of space, to a parade of traditional Chinese creatures from folklore.
Experience the beauty and tradition of Asian lantern festivals right here in Central Florida, and enjoy exclusive seasonal food and drink offerings available for purchase throughout the festival.
This dazzling after-hours event is perfect for guests of all ages and is only available for a limited time.
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Tickets
Tickets are only available online and must be purchased in advance for specific entry times: 6 p.m., 7 p.m., or 8 p.m. Space is limited, and nights will sell out quickly. Walk up tickets will not be available. All guests are welcome to stay until 10 p.m. closing, regardless of entry time.
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Get the lowest prices of the season now through October 31.
The Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild is the only event in Central Florida celebrating the culture, art, and beauty of traditional lantern festivals celebrated throughout Asia for centuries. This inaugural event was created in partnership with Tianyu Arts & Culture, Inc., an international event design and manufacturing company headquartered in Zigong, Sichuan, China.
The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens has been transformed into a dazzling evening experience featuring more than 30 larger-than-life displays of illuminated sculptures depicting animals, plants, and traditional Chinese elements. In addition to the hand-made LED lit lanterns, festival attendees will get to enjoy local food and beverage options, live music, and authentic artisan crafts.
The festival is a walking journey on a 3/4 mile path around the Zoo. Manual wheelchairs are available for rent on a first come, first served basis. The festival is being held entirely outdoors at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens located at 3755 W. Seminole, Blvd, Sanford FL 32771. Get Directions!
Yes. Groups of 15 or more may receive a discount of $22 per ticket. We also have a limited number of nights available for private events and buyouts. For group tickets or company parties, please contact events@centralfloridazoo.org
This event is held rain or shine. No refunds or date exchanges are allowed.
All-new themed lantern displays around the Zoo.
Unique crafts, live music, and the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens like you’ve never seen them before.
No. Our animals have access to their night habitats for their safety. Please visit the Zoo during normal operating hours if you wish to see animals.
The last admission time is at 9:15 p.m. No exceptions.
Food and beverages will be available for purchase.
No. Tickets can only be purchased on our website.
