The wild has never been so close. With animal encounters, real & virtual environments to explore, and hands-on learning opportunities that inspire—don’t miss your chance to experience a world that’s full of life this winter. Discover more at your Dallas Zoo. | Dallas Zoo

Dallas Zoo Lights Presented by @ReliantEnergy is NOW OPEN! ✨ And it's back as a walk-thru experience this year!! We've expanded the festivities through almost 3/4 of the Zoo - now with more than a million lights, all-new animal lanterns, more than a dozen new holiday photo stations, programmed light shows, walk-thru lighted tunnels... and so much more! And don't miss the jolly ol' elf himself in Santa's Workshop. The lights are on almost every night between now and Jan. 1! Get your tickets now -

Go back millions of years in just one day. Dino Safari at the Dallas Zoo Presented by Reliant is now open. | Dallas Zoo

How much action can we pack into 90 minutes? Join us for a Backstage Safari, and see for yourself! You'll get to feed an African elephant, participate in a training session with Gus the hippo, meet some of our ambassador animals up close, and learn all about our animals from the experts who care for them everyday. Backstage Safari meets on Saturday mornings all through the summer, but is limited to just 10 participants per event. Proceeds benefit our conservation efforts. BOOK NOW: bit.ly/3tt8G3

Safari Nights is BACK at the Dallas Zoo starting May 4! 🎵 Spend your summer Saturday nights Groovin' on The Grove with live music from DFW's top tribute bands, special Keeper Chats and encounters, delicious food truck fare, and cold drafts on tap. Stay tuned for this year's lineup and ticket info coming soon! | Dallas Zoo