What's Going on at Chehaw

Staff Report

Friday, December 8th, 2023

WILD LIGHTS
Dec. 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23

See the Zoo in a whole new light as you stroll through brand new Wild Lights! This is a walk through event that allows you to travel portions of the Zoo path by foot. Make sure to stop by the Kid Zone for crafts, games, Bounce House, and activities each night!
Before you leave, stop by the Zoo Sugar Shack to warm up with hot cocoa, roasted marshmallows, and s’mores by the fires. Coffee bar, beer, wine, and concessions also available.

And around every corner, find photo ops sure to sparkle on your socials.
While most animals go indoors for the night, a select few species who typically spend time in their habitats after dark may be visible. Daytime Zoo tickets not required.

December 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23 from 6-9 p.m.
Last ticket sold at 8:30 p.m.
$7 for adults, $5 for children (4+)
Artesian Alliance members 50% off

VENDOR NIGHT AT WILD LIGHTS
Saturday, Dec 9
Almost 20 vendors will be set up at Wild Lights.
Knock out your Christmas shopping while the kids play in the Kid Zone!

FEEDINGS & PROGRAMS
EVERY WEEKEND

SATURDAY
10:30 Reptile House Chat & Feeding
11:30 Rhino Feeding
1:00 Petting Zoo Feeding ($3 per person)
2:00 Conservation Station in Zoo Plaza
3:00 Wildlife Theater Presentation

SUNDAY
10:30 Cheetah Enrichment & Chat
11:30 Rhino Feeding
1:00 Petting Zoo Feeding ($3 per person)
2:00 Conservation Station in Zoo Plaza
3:00 Wildlife Theater Presentation

REINDEER GAMES
Dec. 16 11a- 2p
Zoo guests will enjoy special holiday themed crafts, photos with the Grinch, roasting marshmallows, decorating cookies, and playing fun games. All day, Guests will get to try their luck competing in holiday themed games. We have special themed programming throughout the day. The schedule will be posted soon! Event is included in Zoo admission and free for Chehaw members.

OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS
2023 Park Authority Monthly Meeting (Creekside) 6 p.m.

Dec. 18
Dec. 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23 Wild Lights

ARTESIAN ALLIANCE PARTNERS

Flint RiverQuarium

Second Friday of every month  Tadpole Time

 Dec. 18, 19, 20, 21, 22 Full STEAM Ahead Camp

 Dec 27, 28, 29  Biological Bonanza Camp

Jan 2, 3, 4, 5 Survival of the Chillest Camp

 

Thronateeska Discovery Center

Third Friday of every month Tricera Tots
Dec 9- Selfies with Santa