The Friends of the Bergen County Zoo is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that is dedicated to providing financial support to the Bergen County Zoological Park.
For all Bergen County Zoo related inquiries, please visit the official Bergen County Zoo website
or contact Coleen Rugani: 201-634-3110 | CRugani@BergenCountyNJ.gov
"LET IT GLOW"
A Holiday Lantern Spectacular
November 6th, 2025 - January 11th, 2026
Thursdays & Sundays: 4pm-8pm
Fridays & Saturdays: 4pm - 9pm
"LET IT GLOW!" features over 40 NEW scenes of larger than life animal themed lanterns!​
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Walk through the Bergen County Zoo to see dazzling lantern displays! Train ride is included with ticket purchase.
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This evening event also has fire pits and s'mores kits! S'mores kits, including kosher options, are available in the Gift Shop at an additional cost
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Adults (18+): $20.00
Children (3-17): $10.00
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Tickets are also available at the door during the event.
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PLEASE NOTE: This event is SEPARATE from Bergen County's Winter Wonderland​
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Questions? Email:

"LET IT GLOW"
Christmas Caroling
Friday, December 19th
5pm-6pm
Sunday, December 21st
6pm-7pm
Enjoy Christmas Caroling during LET IT GLOW
presented by the Bergen County Player's!

FREE CRAFTS
During LET IT GLOW
Every SUNDAY
4pm-7pm
with Ms. Aeri included in
your LET IT GLOW admission!

"LET IT GLOW"
Members Night
Tuesday, December 16th
4pm-8pm
(Rain Date: December 17th)
Tuesday, January 6th
4pm-8pm
(Rain Date: January 7th)
Members can purchase 50% off tickets for either one or both nights! All tickets include entrance to the zoo, a train ride, special animal programs featuring creepy-crawly creatures, and free crafts in the Education Center.​
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Members must register on CommunityPass in advance. Registration will end one day before the event. No sales at the door. No refunds. You must show your current membership card for admission.​​​​
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Members are welcome to bring guests! Guests MUST be accompanied by a current zoo member and they can purchase tickets for full price on CommunityPass.​​​
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Questions? Email:

Thursdays
4:00pm - 8:00pm
Last ticket sold at 7:15pm
Last train ride at 8:00pm
Fridays & Saturdays
4:00pm - 9:00pm
Last ticket sold at 8:15pm
Last train ride at 9:00pm
Sundays
4:00pm - 8:00pm
Last ticket sold at 7:15pm
Last train ride at 8:00pm
Wednesday, December 24th
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Last ticket sold at 5:15pm & last train ride at 6:00pm
Wednesday, December 31st
4:00pm - 7:00pm
Last ticket sold at 6:15pm & last train ride at 7:00pm


Corporate Events​
Looking to have special one-of-a-kind company party at an exciting memorable place?​
The Friends of the Bergen County Zoo will be hosting private events at the Zoo for your company!
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For details and more information for private parties, email Hannah at:



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