National Zoo Lights 2024. Now in its 16th year, this annual holiday light spectacular welcomes visitors to walk down festive pathways and explore immersive displays throughout the zoo. The annual holiday light spectacular welcomes visitors to walk down festive pathways and explore immersive displays throughout the zoo.

2024 dates are yet to be announced. Last year, it ran from friday, november 24 to friday, december 30 | 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm.