The Whitby House
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Backyard stone patio with a black steel pergola

Glow in the Wild at the Toronto Zoo, with a home nearby

When
Thursday to Sunday evenings until January 3, 2027, with extra dates over the holidays
Where
Toronto Zoo, 2000 Meadowvale Rd, TorontoDirections from downtown Whitby
Details
Official listing

Glow in the Wild turns a 1.5-kilometre path through the Toronto Zoo into a night walk lit by more than 2,000 handcrafted lanterns. It runs Thursday to Sunday evenings until January 3, 2027, with extra nights added around the holidays.

Plan the evening

Entry times run from 6 p.m. to 9:15 p.m. Tickets are separate from daytime zoo admission and are sold on the zoo's website; book ahead for holiday nights.

The walk goes ahead in rain or snow, so dress warmly. Afterwards, it's a straight drive east on Hwy 401 back to Whitby and the fireplace.

Questions

When is Glow in the Wild at the Toronto Zoo?

Thursday to Sunday evenings until January 3, 2027, with extra dates around the December holidays. Entry times are from 6 p.m. to 9:15 p.m.

Is Glow in the Wild included in zoo admission?

No. It needs its own ticket, sold on the Toronto Zoo's website.

Dates and times can change. Confirm with the organizer before booking.