Season dates
November 28, 2026 – January 2, 2027
Less guessing. More enjoying.
Your holiday night, all planned out.
Dates, ticket information, directions, and a few helpful details before you join us under the lights.
2026–27 Season
Make a date for wonder.
Evening hours
The 2026 evening schedule will be announced soon.
Santa’s schedule
Santa’s 2026 visiting hours will be announced with the season schedule.
HolidayLights returns November 28 through January 2. Closed Christmas Day. Evening hours and complete ticket details will be announced before the season.
Your evening starts here
Tickets, without the guesswork.
Timed ticketing returns for the 2026–27 season. Purchases are completed directly through VBO. Prices, arrival-window rules, and admission inclusions will be confirmed before tickets go on sale.
Ticket sales are planned to begin November 6, 2026. The exact launch time will be announced.
When ticket sales are available, Buy Tickets opens the official offsite VBO purchase page in a new tab.
A little more to look forward to
Explore your ticket options.
CALM member pricing
CALM member pricing is planned for the 2026–27 season. Discount amounts, eligible tickets, and membership verification instructions will be announced before sales begin.
Explore CALM memberships (opens in a new tab)Early-season weekday offers
The 2026 plan includes a $3 weekday discount during the first two weeks of December. Exact eligible nights, terms, and whether offers can be combined are still to be confirmed.
We’ll see you at CALM
Find your way to the lights.
10500 Alfred Harrell HwyBakersfield, CA 93306
HolidayLights arrival and parking instructions will be published with the season information.
Get directions (opens in a new tab)A little help planning
Questions before your visit?
Contact CALM Zoo before your visit to discuss access needs, including paths, train boarding, parking, and sensory considerations. We will help you find the current information for your visit.
Call CALM: 661-546-8940Food & refreshments
Confirmed food service and outside-food policies will be posted before opening.
Weather, ticket changes & visitor policies
Current-season visitor policies are being finalized. Review the terms on the official ticket page before purchasing, or contact CALM with a specific question.