Boston Lights: A Lantern Experience at Franklin Park Zoo
| Venue: | Franklin Park Zoo - Zoo New England |
| Dates: | Friday, August 1, 2025 - Sunday, November 2, 2025 |
| Hours: | Hours Vary see below |
| Ages: | Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults |
| In/Outdoor: | Outdoor |
| Cost: | $$ see below |
| Category: | Special Events |
Experience the return of Boston Lights: A Lantern Experience at Franklin Park Zoo, a wildly popular annual summer tradition! This year, take in new displays of gorgeous lanterns found in every corner of the Zoo. Prepare to be dazzled as you wander through this immersive experience filled with the magic and wonder of lantern displays, interactive activities and Instagrammable moments at every turn.
Boston Lights draws inspiration from several natural habitats around the globe, including mountainous plateaus and undersea reefs.
This year, walk through our shimmering mystical forest, which features floral-themed light tunnels, mythical animal designs, and a majestic glowing owl, measuring over 22 feet tall!
Enter a world where the rainforest canopy meets the ocean depths in a burst of brilliant light. Explore the beauty of the rainforest as you walk alongside larger-than-life iguanas, butterflies, frogs and flycatchers.
Excitement awaits as you stroll through vibrant lantern arches and tunnels bursting with luminous flowers and stunning scenery. Travel to the depths of the ocean amongst our colorful reef displays, complete with beautiful lantern sea turtles, jellyfish, shellfish, and more.
Discover China’s rich heritage as you journey through a dazzling array of traditional lanterns, featuring pandas, pheasants, peacocks and dragons. Guests can learn more about the tradition of the Chinese zodiac as they stroll past displays highlighting each unique animal of the yearly zodiac cycle.
Boston Lights illuminates the importance of conserving the incredible biodiversity on our planet. Guests will learn more about our commitment to conservation and ways to participate in wildlife and habitat preservation. Embracing sustainability, the lanterns shine with energy-saving LED lights.
If animals are your thing, you can find more zoos near Boston in our handy guide. There are also a good number of Petting Zoos near Boston that allow for close-up interaction with all sorts of animals.
For more Boston events, visit our events calendar to find fun things to do in Boston all year round.
Find more pumpkin festivals and jack-o-lantern displays near you in our helpful guide to fall family fun.
| HOURS | ↑ top |
6:00pm – 10:30 p.m. (Aug 1–Sept 30)
5:00pm – 10:30 p.m. (Oct 1–Nov 2)
| COST | ↑ top |
Purchase Tickets Non-member $28 Non-member 4 pack $96 Children under 2 are free
| WEBSITE | ↑ top |
www.zoonewengland.org/engage/boston-lights/
| LOCATION | ↑ top |
One Franklin Park Road, Dorchester, MA map
Phone: 617-541-5466
For the full schedule as well as ticket prices, visit www.franklinparkzoo.org. With Plan Ahead Pricing, you can pick the day, time and price that best works for you. The earlier you purchase tickets, the more you will save. Online advance ticket purchase is required for Boston Lights. To ensure that you can reserve the day, time and price that works best for you, we encourage guests to purchase tickets early. Attending with friends and family? The 4-pack ticket options are a great value!
| TIPS | ↑ top |
- Find lots more Things to Do in Boston in our handy guide to family fun! Whether you are visiting or a local, we've got all sorts of great ideas and hidden gems.
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