Wild Summer Lights at Mesker Park Zoo Ticket Giveaway

Wild Summer Lights at Mesker Park Zoo is back in 2026, and we have your chance to win tickets!

What to Expect at Mesker Park Zoo's Wild Summer Lights

Each night, once the zoo closes, it transforms into a glowing adventure that features more than a mile of stunning Chinese lantern displays. Created in partnership with Tianyu Arts & Culture, Inc., these larger-than-life displays blend art, culture, and nature into a truly unforgettable nighttime experience. My family and I went to Wild Summer Lights last year, and I must say that just seeing pictures does not do it justice. These lanterns are incredible! In addition to the lanterns, guests can enjoy live performances from local musicians, plus a rotating lineup of food trucks.

Wild Summer Lights Ticket Information

Every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday night through October 4, 2026, Mesker Park Zoo will be presenting Wild Summer Lights. Tickets for Wild Summer Lights at Mesker Park Zoo are just $18 for everyone age 13 and older, and $16 for children ages 3–12. Children 2 and under are free. Zoo members save $3 per ticket, and all tickets must be purchased online in advance at meskerparkzoo.com. The event is made possible through a partnership with the Evansville Zoological Society, and all net proceeds go right back into animal care, conservation efforts, and educational programs at the zoo. General admission zoo tickets are not valid during the festival.

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How to Win Tickets to Wild Summer Lights

99.5 WKDQ will have several chances for you to win tickets to Mesker Park Zoo's Wild Summer Lights 2026. Here's when to tune in to the Q Crew Morning Show for your chance to win a family four-pack of Wild Summer Lights Tickets:

August 10th through August 14th around 7:40 AM each morning
September 7th through September 11th, also around 7:40 AM each morning

But wait, there's more! We also have a chance for you to win a family four-pack of tickets online by filling out the form below:

5 Reasons to Visit Mesker Park Zoo in Evansville, Indiana

There is quite an adventure on the West Side of Evansville, Indiana. What kind of adventure - It's a zoo! Mesker Park Zoo & Botanical Gardens is open 365 days a year and offers family memberships.

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