Wild Lights

Schedule

Fri, 20 Nov, 2026 at 05:00 pm

UTC-05:00
Location

500 Wildlife Pkwy, Columbia, SC, United States, South Carolina 29210 | Columbia, SC

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Stroll through the Zoo and discover over 60 larger-than-life handcrafted wildlife lantern displays inspired by nature. This interactive event showcases stunning illuminations sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Enjoy nightly snowfall, fun activities, photo ops and visits with Santa (through December 23). Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!
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500 Wildlife Pkwy, Columbia, SC, United States, South Carolina 29210

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