IllumiNature
Experience the Zoo in a new light with hundreds of uniquely designed, handmade lanterns glowing throughout the Zoo! Let the nature, interactive, and cultural lanterns illuminate your night as you enjoy this spectacular event.
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Dates and Costs
November – December
November 23rd, 24th
November 26th, 27th
November 29th, 30th
December 1st
December 5th-8th
December 12th-15th
December 19th-23rd
December 26th-30th
Ticket Prices:
Non-member Adult: $24
Member Adult: $22
Child:$18
January-February
January 2-5
January 10-11
January 17-18
January 24
January 31
February 1
Ticket Prices:
Non-member Adult: $16.00
Member Adult: $14.00
Child $13
Photos with Santa
Visit Santa’s Workshop during IllumiNature and purchase a $10 4×6 photo print with Santa himself! Other photo options and bundles are available at an additional cost.
IllumiNature
Early Bird Tours
Join us for an evening Zoo adventure with our Illuminature Early Bird Tour! Guests will join a Behind the Scenes Interpreter for an outdoor tour of the Zoo and festive lanterns before the Illuminature event starts. End your tour with a hot chocolate beverage from the Kudu Café and a holiday treat, then enjoy the Illuminature event!
More Details (click to read)
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Program for 1 hour (4pm-5pm)
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IllumiNature Event Admission
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Maximum Capacity: 10 guests
Pricing:
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November-December
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Non-Members:
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Adults (Ages 12+): $54
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Children (Ages 2-11): $48
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Members:
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Member Adult: $52
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Member Child (2+): $48
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January
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Non-Members:
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Adults (Ages 12+): $46
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Children (Ages 2-11): $43
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Members:
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Member Adult: $44
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Member Child (2+): $43
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*Tickets are required for all guests ages 2 years and older, babies 1 and under are free. Guests under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a paying adult.
**Reservations must be made at least 48 hours in advance. All requests for rescheduling or cancellations must be received in writing by email to behindthescenes@fresnochaffeezoo.org at least 72 hours in advance. All sales are final and programs are non-transferable.
IllumiNature 21+
Join us for an adults-only (21+) night of IllumiNature: Holiday Spectacular! This experience features the magic of IllumiNature: Holiday Spectacular PLUS an adults-only night with live music throughout and various Santa spirits stations with fun holiday cocktails (and mocktails) for purchase.
Event Details (click to read)
Event Date:
December 6th, 2023
Event Time:
6:00PM to 10:00PM
Pricing:
Non Member Adults (Ages 21+): $24
Member Adults (Ages 21+): $22
IllumiNature
Igloos
NEW THIS YEAR! Enjoy the magic of IllumiNature with your very own igloo.
More Details (click to read)
Dates:
- November 26-27, 29-30
- December 1, 5-8, 12-15, 19-23, 26-30
- January 2-5, 10-11, 17-18, 24-25, 31
Igloo Rental Times:
- 5:30-7:00 p.m.
- 7:30-9:00 p.m.
Each igloo accommodates up to six guests and includes one small charcuterie board to share along with one drink ticket per person (non-alcoholic for those under 21). Additionally, guests will have access to a dedicated bar exclusively for the igloo area, where they can purchase more drinks if they wish.
Pricing (IllumiNature Admission Ticket Required):
- $250.00 per Igloo
Community Tree
Building Community is a core pillar of our mission at the Zoo. Before you enter the Zoo, be sure to take a moment to enjoy our Community Tree, where you will find a welcome greeting in 58 different languages representing the different cultures and groups that make up our diverse Fresno Community.