Zoomagination returns to the Buffalo Zoo

The Buffalo Zoo is excited to announce the return of its beloved Zoomagination: Festival of Lanterns and Lights presented by Five Star Bank, opening this Friday June 21, 2024.

This immersive experience will transform the zoo into a wonderland of illuminated lanterns and cultural delights, providing families with an unforgettable summer night. Visitors can wander the zoo after hours and marvel at the larger-than-life lantern displays featuring Asian and African animals. This year’s event promises a brand new range of lanterns, ensuring a new and exciting experience for returning visitors. Some of this year’s highlights include a giant interactive panda exhibit as well as a 30-foot-tall dragon near the zoo’s lion habitat.

Beyond the impressive lanterns, Zoomagination offers a vibrant cultural celebration. Attend evening cultural performances, enjoy a selection of Asian-inspired dishes and relax in the beer garden. There will also be the opportunity to purchase handicrafts and take a ride on the zoo’s train and carousel.

Tickets for Zoomagination can be purchased online at buffalozoo.org or at the zoo’s main store. entrance. For more information, please contact the Buffalo Zoo at (716) 837-3900.