Due to popular demand, the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens is giving adults an extra night to experience the glow—without the kids.
The Zoo has added an additional adults-only night to its Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild, presented by Publix on January 6, offering guests 18 and older an after-hours evening filled with illuminated wonder.
The festival delivers a one-of-a-kind nighttime atmosphere designed for date nights, friend outings and anyone looking for a unique way to kick off the new year, as they stroll the 3/4-mile loop around the Zoo into a magical world of ocean-inspired landscapes and mythical creatures.
Exclusive food and beverage items will be available for purchase. Guests can enjoy an enchanting holiday section and exclusive seasonal food and drink offerings, from festive hot cocoa and fireside s’mores to a fully curated festival menu.
Single general admission tickets are $26.99 or save 20 percent on a 4-Pack for $88. Annual Passholders also save, with single tickets at $23 and 4-Packs for $80. Parking is free. Guests can purchase timed entry tickets here or visit https://www.
Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild, presented by Publix, takes place through to January 18, 2026 from 6 to 10 on select nights. This is the sixth year for the festival, which features dozens of all-new, larger-than-life, hand-constructed lantern displays with ocean and mythical creature displays.
The festival is presented in partnership with Tianyu Arts & Culture, Inc.
For more information about Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild, visit https://www.
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About the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens
The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens is home to more than 350 animals in Sanford, Florida. As a not-for-profit organization, it is a leader in conservation, creating connections that inspire people to take action for wildlife. More information is available at www.centralfloridazoo.org.
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