Features
In addition to 1.7 million lights – a total more than any other Pennsylvania attraction – WLS features classic holiday scenes, photo opportunities, multiple fire pits, hot chocolate, S’mores and many other holiday treats. There are also live performances every night featuring popular princesses, such as Elsa, Anna, Ariel & Rapunzel. Additionally, Dan’s Camera City will be back offering photo packages with Santa Claus during select event dates through Dec. 23.
Come see why Winter Light Spectacular has established itself as the Lehigh Valley’s favorite holiday tradition!
Eastern Pennsylvania’s most popular holiday tradition returns when Lehigh Valley Zoo and Christmas Décor host the 13th-annual Winter Light Spectacular, presented by Service Electric TV & Communications and powered by Community Bank.
Located at LV Zoo in Schnecksville, Pa., WLS is the Zoo’s largest annual fundraiser and was featured by USA Today in Holiday light displays worth traveling for across America.
New for 2026, guests will enjoy Candy Land, Gingerbread Junction, the return of an enhanced Whoville, and several other exciting additions.
For animal lovers, the Fred & Anne Jaindl Family Barnyard barn will now be open every night until 8 p.m. Futher, VIP Tickets include Animal Mingles every Sunday-Thursday date from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
In addition to breathtaking light displays, the event offers:
- Classic holiday scenes
- Numerous photo opportunities
- Multiple fire pits
- Seasonal treats like hot chocolate & s’mores
- Live performances every night by popular princesses such as Elsa, Anna, Ariel, Belle, Cinderella and Rapunzel (full schedule coming soon).
- Photos with Santa
- Spirit Station now open every night!
Some special events or promotions (check back for more!):
11/13: Opening Night of Year 13 on Friday the 13th! All Adult & Child Tickets $13 when purchased in advance (also, special performances by Sally & Jack Skellington)
11/20: Popstar Night, featuring performances by Rumi from KPop Demon Hunters (also 12/12)
11/25: Wicked Wednesday, featuring special performances by Elphaba, Glinda & Fiyero
12/2: Meet-n-Greet with Spiderman & Supergirl
12/6: Sensory Inclusion Hour from 4-5 p.m. (lower contrast, lower volume & smaller concentration of guests)
12/9: Meet-n-Greet with The Mandalorian & Groku
12/12: Popstar Night, featuring performances by Rumi from KPop Demon Hunters (also 11/20)
12/16: Toy Story Night, featuring special performances by Jessie & Woody
1/2: Prince & Princess Party! Special performances and meet-&-greets with several of everyone’s favorites
Daily Schedule
WLS Calendar
VIP Tickets
Upgrade your experience with VIP tickets (limited availability).
Upgrade your experience with VIP tickets (limited availability each night)! During each session time, you will have VIP-only access to the Jingle Lodge Lounge and its warm fire and holiday ambiance. Each VIP ticket comes with the annual WLS souvenir light-up tumbler, unlimited free hot chocolate, an exclusive VIP hot chocolate toppings bar, a S’more kit, an exclusive holiday gift (a 2026 WLS Ornament for each VIP Adult; a Light Up Pop Tube for each VIP Child), and a chance to warm up from the cold! New for 2026: VIP Tickets include Animal Mingles every Sunday-Thursday date from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Photos with Santa
Make a reservation for your Photo with Santa from Dan’s Camera City in select dates through Dec. 23. Walkups are welcome, but reservations are preferred. Please check back closer to the start of Winter Light Spectacular for a reservation link.