IllumiNature
Experience the Zoo in a new light with hundreds of uniquely designed, handmade lanterns glowing throughout the Zoo! Let the nature, interactive, and cultural lanterns illuminate your night as you enjoy this spectacular event.
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Dates and Costs
November – December
November 23rd, 24th
November 26th, 27th
November 29th, 30th
December 1st
December 5th-8th
December 12th-15th
December 19th-23rd
December 26th-30th
Ticket Prices:
Non-member Adult: $24
Member Adult: $22
Child:$18
January-February
January 2-5
January 10-11
January 17-18
January 24
January 31
February 1
Ticket Prices:
Non-member Adult: $16.00
Member Adult: $14.00
Child $13
IllumiNature
Early Bird Tours
Join us for an evening Zoo adventure with our Illuminature Early Bird Tour! Guests will join a Behind the Scenes Interpreter for an outdoor tour of the Zoo and festive lanterns before the Illuminature event starts. End your tour with a hot chocolate beverage from the Kudu Café and a holiday treat, then enjoy the Illuminature event!
More Details (click to read)
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Program for 1 hour (4pm-5pm)
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IllumiNature Event Admission
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Maximum Capacity: 10 guests
Pricing:
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November-December
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Non-Members:
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Adults (Ages 12+): $54
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Children (Ages 2-11): $48
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Members:
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Member Adult: $52
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Member Child (2+): $48
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January
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Non-Members:
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Adults (Ages 12+): $46
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Children (Ages 2-11): $43
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Members:
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Member Adult: $44
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Member Child (2+): $43
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*Tickets are required for all guests ages 2 years and older, babies 1 and under are free. Guests under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a paying adult.
**Reservations must be made at least 48 hours in advance. All requests for rescheduling or cancellations must be received in writing by email to behindthescenes@fresnochaffeezoo.org at least 72 hours in advance. All sales are final and programs are non-transferable.
IllumiNature
Igloos
NEW THIS YEAR! Enjoy the magic of IllumiNature with your very own igloo.
More Details (click to read)
Dates:
- November 26-27, 29-30
- December 1, 5-8, 12-15, 19-23, 26-30
- January 2-5, 10-11, 17-18, 24-25, 31
Igloo Rental Times:
- 5:30-7:00 p.m.
- 7:30-9:00 p.m.
Each igloo accommodates up to six guests and includes one small charcuterie board to share along with one drink ticket per person (non-alcoholic for those under 21). Additionally, guests will have access to a dedicated bar exclusively for the igloo area, where they can purchase more drinks if they wish.
Pricing (IllumiNature Admission Ticket Required):
- $250.00 per Igloo
Community Tree
Building Community is a core pillar of our mission at the Zoo. Before you enter the Zoo, be sure to take a moment to enjoy our Community Tree, where you will find a welcome greeting in 58 different languages representing the different cultures and groups that make up our diverse Fresno Community.
Holiday Light Recycling
This year, guests can drop off their unwanted string lights at the Zoo to decrease landfill waste and support healthy habitats. Bring your broken, burned-out, or old lights to our designated drop-off point near the Zoo Entrance. Holiday Light recycling will be available during open Zoo hours through February 1st. Proceeds from recycling will support the Zoo.
We are only accepting holiday string lights — no floodlights, extension cords, light hooks, or other holiday decorations.