L.A. Zoo Lights: Opening Night

L.A. Zoo Lights opens its season at the Los Angeles Zoo, turning the evening grounds into a walk past light sculptures of birds, butterflies, insects, flowers, sea creatures and Ice Age giants. There's an artificial ice rink (separate ticket), the carousel, churros, s'mores and hot cocoa, plus beer, wine and spiked cocoa for guests 21 and over. Opening-weekend timed tickets are $32 for adults and $22 for kids 2 to 12 with fees included, under 2 is free, and parking is free; the walk takes about 60 to 90 minutes. It runs select nights through January 10, and the box office opens at 5:45 PM.