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Smithsonian's National Zoo

ZooLights at the National Zoo

Free holiday light display at the National Zoo (Mon–Sat 5–9 p.m., Sun 5–8 p.m.).

When
Nov 20 – Jan 3 · 5pm–9pm
Where
Smithsonian's National Zoo
Area
Washington, DC · District of Columbia Co. · DC
Ages
Babies & toddlers (0–2), Preschool (3–5), Kids (6–10), Tweens & teens (11+)
Cost
Free — Free
Indoors?
Mostly outdoors

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Always confirm details with the organizer before heading out. Listed on: weekend of Nov 20–22, weekend of Nov 27–29, weekend of Dec 4–6.

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