San Antonio Zoo 3903 N. St. Mary’s St., (210) 734-7184, sazoo.org/zoo-lights The annual Zoo Lights at the San Antonio Zoo is full of animal-themed holiday cheer. This year’s edition includes the brand new Polar Playground and Lakeside Laser Lightshow, plus attractions including the Holiday Sing-a-Long Express train ride and Cowboy’s Yuletide Trail. Zoo Lights is open through Dec. 31. Credit: Courtesy Photo / San Antonio Zoo

The San Antonio Zoo is offering $8 admission for Bexar County residents on Friday, Nov. 29 and Sunday, Dec. 1, an 80% discount off regular admission.

However, that special rate doesn’t apply on Saturday, Nov. 30, during which it will charge regular admission.

Other than the entrance to the zoo, which features more than 750 unique and exotic species, those who visit Friday or Sunday — dubbed Locals Days — will also gain access to the park’s annual “Zoo Lights” holiday event.

Every year, at dusk from Nov. 16-Dec. 31, the zoo transforms into a holiday wonderland featuring dazzling animal-themed lights and whimsical holiday music and experiences at every turn.

This year, the attraction has added its new Lakeside Lightshow in Zootennial Plaza as part of the experience. Another addition this year are 3D animal light displays offering beautiful backdrops for photos.

Those wishing to take advantage of Locals Day must present a valid ID with a Bexar County address. Tickets are available online or in person at the zoo’s front gate.

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This article appears in Nov 13-26, 2024.

Michael Karlis is a multimedia journalist at the San Antonio Current, whose coverage in print and on social media focuses on local and state politics. He is a graduate of American University in Washington,...