Embark on ‘A Journey Through Time’ as Wild Lights Returns to Dublin Zoo

Dublin Zoo has unveiled the theme of this year’s award-winning night-time event, Wild Lights: ‘A Journey Through Time’.

There’s something for all ages, from the youngest dinosaur experts to older history buffs! Visitors will travel billions of years back in time, all the way to the big bang. From there, intrepid time-travellers will have the chance to roam among dinosaurs before witnessing the age of humans, the rise of ancient civilisations, and right through to modern times.

Visitors will be transported across time as they discover the history of our planet through the ages, there’s everything from pre-historic megafauna to life-changing first inventions and even beautiful works of art from the Renaissance, all in the form of bright and colourful, eye-catching lanterns!

To celebrate the return of Wild Lights, Dublin Zoo is offering a limited time discount of 50% off tickets for the opening weekend, from Friday, 25th October until Sunday, 27th October, as well as a 30% discount offer for the following weekend, from Friday, 1st November until Sunday, 3rd November.

Wild Lights is a magical immersive experience, perfect for friends and family members of all ages to come together and create unforgettable memories as they ‘Journey Through Time’ together.

Dr Christoph Schwitzer, Director of Dublin Zoo, said: “Each year, we are excited to announce our new Wild Lights experience, and we believe our visitors are in for the most unforgettable journey yet. With active volcanoes and dinosaurs as well as spectacular works of art brought to life through our beautiful silk lanterns, there really is something for everyone. We can’t wait to welcome visitors to experience a memorable evening with family and friends over the coming months!”

Opening Times:

Wild Lights will open to the public from 6pm – 10pm on October 24th until October 28th and October 31st until November 3rd, and from 5pm – 9pm every day from November 4th Until January 5th (excluding Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and St Stephen’s Day).

Ticket Info:

All tickets must be pre-booked online, and tickets will not be sold at the gates.

Admission to Wild Lights will range from:

• €24.50 to €25.50 for adults and from €20 to €21 for children.
• Annual pass holders can avail of a special rate, from €22.50 to €23.50 for adults and from €18 to €19 for children.
• Children under the age of three go free but will require a pre-booked ticket, and carers with valid identification can visit for free if accompanying an adult or child.
• Students and OAP tickets are available from €20.50 to €21.50 for annual pass holders and from €21.50 to €22.50 for those without an annual pass.