Glow Wild at the Peoria Zoo

Name: Glow Wild at the Peoria Zoo
Start: 2025-04-12T17:30:00-05:00
End: 2025-04-12T20:30:00-05:00
Location: Peoria Zoo

Schedule

Sat Apr 12 2025 at 05:30 pm to 08:30 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Peoria Zoo | Peoria, IL

Join us as the Peoria Zoo transforms into a dazzling wonderland as the Glow Wild Lantern Festival lights up the night with vibrant colors, cultural artistry, and unforgettable family experiences.
This spectacular event will run from March 1 through April 27, offering guests a luminescent journey filled with handmade, traditional Chinese lanterns, interactive activities, and live entertainment. You'll even be able to spot a few animals along the trails as the lanterns light up the night!
Featuring the stunning work of Chief Artist Yu Wang, a Sichuan native whose family has deep roots in traditional Chinese lantern craftsmanship, Glow Wild combines centuries-old artistry with modern LED technology. Each lantern tells a unique story, blending Chinese legends, lore, and the beauty of nature.
Entertainment Schedule:
Fridays: Enjoy Safari Joe, a lively musician who sings fun, animal-themed songs for kids! Each Friday brings two sets, one from 6-6:30 and another from 7-7:30pm in Africa!
Saturdays: Live music fills the air with performances from local bands from 6-8pm each Saturday night. Full schedule is below but please note, entertainment can change at any time.
3/1: Lauren Fitzanko
3/8: Lauren Fitzanko
3/15: Seth Cocquitt
3/22: Goodnight Gracie
3/29: Matt Eckberg
4/5: James Herr
4/12: Za Funk
4/19: Asbury Fox
4/26: Mike Miller
Sundays: Family Sunday Funday: Enjoy extra family-friendly activities throughout the evening provided by the Peoria Chinese Association.
For tickets and more information, visit:
https://www.peoriazoo.org/glow-wild/