GloWILD

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The beloved family tradition is back—bigger, brighter, and wilder than ever. Get ready for GloWILD, where dazzling lights and magical memories await around every corner!
Pricing Information
All proceeds benefit the Arkansas Zoological Foundation and the Little Rock Zoo. No refunds or rain checks.
Members
Individual Member
$19.50 per person (ages 3 and older)
Member Family 4 Pack
$64.00
Memberships will be verified at the entrance.
Children ages 2 and under: Free
Non-Members
Individual Non-Member
$22.50 per person (ages 3 and older)
Non-Member Family 4 Pack
$72.00
SNAP/EBT Recipients: $10.00 per person (ages 3 and older) Limit of six (6) per daily purchase. Tickets available at the gate only. SNAP cards from any state accepted with matching photo ID.
All GloWILD hours are 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM, with last admission at 8:30 PM.

Please Note: The Little Rock Zoo and GloWILD will be closed on Thanksgiving Day (November 27), Christmas Day (December 25), and New Year’s Day (January 1). On Christmas Eve (December 24), GloWILD will be closed, but the Zoo will remain open.
Frequently Asked Questions
GloWILD is a fundraising event, which is why we offer a limited number of discounts.
- Members: Receive discounted admission with a valid Membership ID.
- Not a Member yet? Join today!
- Family Value Pack: Enjoy a discounted 4-ticket bundle.
- SNAP/EBT Recipients: Eligible for discounted tickets at the gate with a valid photo ID that matches the cardholder’s name.
Please note that Military and Senior discounts are not available for this event.
We recommend starting with the 4-ticket Family Value Pack to cover the first four guests, then adding individual tickets for any additional family members. This allows you to take advantage of the value pack while ensuring every guest has a ticket for GloWILD.
Yes. GloWILD tickets are valid for any night the event is open.
Yes. Membership will be verified at the entrance, and you must present your valid Member ID. Discounted tickets can only be purchased for the number of individuals covered by your Membership.
No. GloWILD runs select nights, Thursday–Sunday, from November through January. The event is closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.
GloWILD is a rain-or-shine event, so the show will go on! Please dress appropriately for the weather, and consider bringing umbrellas or rain jackets if needed. We do not offer rainchecks or refunds.
In the unlikely event of severe weather that makes it unsafe to proceed, we will communicate updates on our website and social media.
No. Zoo admission and GloWILD admission are separate tickets.
Yes, you’re more than welcome to enjoy both experiences in the same day! However, all guests must exit the Zoo when it closes at 4:00 PM so our team can prepare for the event.
GloWILD opens at 5:00 PM, and you may re-enter at that time with your GloWILD tickets. Please note that there is no combined day/night pass, so daytime admission and GloWILD admission must be purchased separately.
Not all pathways are open during GloWILD. While you may see a few animals along the route, most will have access to their indoor habitats and may not be visible. The main attraction at night is the lantern displays!
Yes. Groups of 50 or more are eligible for a bulk discount. Please email Zooevents@littlerock.gov for details.
Little Rock Zoo
1 Zoo Drive
Little Rock, AR 72205
501-661-7200
Hours of Operation
9 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Last admission 3:30 p.m.
Zoo grounds close at 4:00 pm