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Credit: Dublin Zoo Wild Lights website
The 'most dazzling theme yet' and the return date of Ireland's annual Dublin Zoo Wild Lights have been revealed.
This year will see the Zoo become a 'Wild Kaleidoscope' with 13 different zones full of vibrant colours and spectacular light shows.
The Wild Kaleidoscope will run from November 6th until January 31st 2026.
People are being encouraged to book as soon possible as tickets are selling fast.
Expect a huge range of animals including flamingos, penguins, pandas, and peacocks.
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This year will also see the largest ever lantern the Wild Lights Exhibition has ever had - and it's one of the biggest in Europe.
There will also be a few new elements to the experience this year, one of which is the Winter Glow Food & Beverage Village.
It will be a festive food market with a variety of dishes available ranging from freshly baked pizza to sweet crepes and waffles.
There will also be some mulled wine on offer for the adults.
Another new feature is that there will be a number of photo opportunities throughout the Zoo.
Brand new fun facts about the animals have also been added so expect to learn about why flamingos are pink and how spots and stripes can be used as camouflage.
For a sneak peek of The Wild Kaleidoscope, watch the video below.
If the Wild Lights aren't for you, the Zoo has got a Santa's Grotto Experience on offer too.
You can go during the day surrounded by the real-life animals or at night surrounded by the Wild Lights, but only a number of tickets remain.
December 1st is a day dedicated to being sensory-friendly at the Zoo.
It offers a quieter and calmer experience that has been designed with reduced noise, softer lighting, and a reduced capacity.
Similarly, every Saturday and Sunday morning will offer the same experience for the Santa's Grotto.
Tickets for all experiences and bundles can be bought through the Dublin Zoo website.
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