ZooLights at the National Zoo: November 25, 2011 - January 1, 2012
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LED lights will illuminate the Zoo’s beautiful trees, walkways, and buildings, and life-size animal silhouettes and festive holiday décor will make this a perfect night out at the area's only free holiday light show at Zoolights at the National Zoo. Zoolights will take place from 5-9pm on November 25tth - December 11th, 2011 (Friday through Sunday nights), and December 16th - January 1st, 2012.
Be sure to step into the Visitor Center auditorium to see the Kids’ Farm-themed model train featuring an old-fashioned steam engine, Thomas the Train, and animal figurines; and check out the fabulous display of Kids' Farm-themed gingerbread habitat contest entries, sponsored by Starbucks.
Don't miss the “iceless” ZooLights Skating Rink, sponsored by GEICO, at the Zoo’s Picnic Pavilion. Children and families of all ages can enjoy ice skating on the world’s best and most eco-friendly synthetic ice skating surface, composed of specially engineered polymers that permit skate blades to glide as smoothly as on real ice. This “green” high-tech plastic ice is made from a non-toxic, recyclable acrylic material. Admission is $5 for a 30-minute session. Skate rental is available for an additional $2 fee, or bring your own skates for this eco-friendly, 21st-century experience of a lifetime.
Go for a ride around Great Cats Circle on a new trackless train. The ride around the Zoo’s lion and tiger habitats will feature a gorgeous view of the Zoo’s holiday light displays. Admission is $3 per person for each ride.
For more information, visit: nationalzoo.si.edu/ActivitiesAndEvents/Celebrations/ZooLights/default.cfm
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