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Family Zoo Overnight

Online and Kiosk Purchases Will Incur a $2.50 Convenience Fee

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Family Zoo Overnight

1/2/26 5:00pm - 9:00am

Education Child: $155.00

Education Adult: $155.00

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Family Zoo Overnight

1/2/26 5:00pm - 9:00am

Prices

Education Child: $155.00

Education Adult: $155.00

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Online and Kiosk Purchases Will Incur a $2.50 Convenience Fee

Winter Lights Family Overnight at the Fresno Chaffee Zoo 
Bundle up and get ready for a magical night at the Zoo! As the sun sets, the pathways come alive with dazzling lights and glowing lanterns, transforming the Fresno Chaffee Zoo into a sparkling winter wonderland. Your evening will begin in our Education Grove for dinner and to set up camp. Afterward, you will enjoy an evening filled with wonder while touring Illuminature. During your stroll beneath the twinkling displays, join a lively Zoo Talk to uncover the secrets of our nighttime residents, and create your own keepsake craft to remember the adventure. Your family will wrap up the night with a nighttime snack before cozying up in your tent to sleep under the stars. 
 
In addition to your entry to Illuminature, your overnight experience includes:
Friday Dinner, Pillowcase Craft, Nighttime snack, Zoo Talk, Breakfast on Saturday, BTS on Saturday Morning, Entry to Fresno Chaffee Zoo on Saturday, Stingray Bay feeding on Saturday, and Giraffe Feeding on Saturday.

Family Overnight is open to attendees ages 5 and up. All attendees must have a ticket. All children must have a chaperone 18 years old or older. Chaperone to child ratio is 1 adult to 3 children. Closed Toe Shoes are required during Behind the Scenes tour.

This is a family event. Each group must include at least one child under the age of 18 and an adult.

This program includes:

  • Saturday - Starting at 5PM
    • Dinner in Education Grove
    • Dessert
    • ZooTalk with Education Staff Member
    • Admission to Illuminature
    • Exclusive Craft
  • Sunday
    • Breakfast
    • Behind the Scenes Tour
    • Giraffe Feeding on your own
    • Stingray Bay entry on your own
    • Entry to the Fresno Chaffee Zoo (9AM-4PM)
      - Guided tour portion ends at 10AM, you can explore the Fresno Chaffee Zoo until closing time at 4PM

Dates: January 2, 2026-January 3, 2026

Prices:

  • Adult (12+): $155
    • Adult to child ratio is 1 adult to 3 children maximum.
  • Child (5-11): $155

Parking is not included in the cost of the event; this fee is paid at ACE Parking Kiosks or on their app.

All ticket sales are final. Tickets are non-refundable and non-tranferable.

By purchasing your ticket to visit the Fresno Chaffee Zoo, you agree to follow all zoo policies and regulations.

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