Glow Wild: A Spring Lantern Festival at Peoria Zoo

⭐ Glow Wild is lighting up Peoria this spring! This enchanting night walk, inspired by traditional Chinese lantern festivals, is the perfect outing for friends and families. Explore hundreds of intricately crafted lanterns, enjoy live acrobatic shows, savour tasty food, and discover a world of festive fun for all ages. Don’t miss out—here for a limited time only in Peoria!

✨ Tickets are now available! Secure your spot for Peoria's most magical experience ✨

Highlights
🏮 Walk through hundreds of beautiful hand-crafted lanterns powered by vibrant LED lights
📖 Learn more about Chinese legends and lore as each lantern tells a unique story
🤸 Enjoy world-class acrobatic performances from award-winning Chinese artists (live shows are included in the ticket price)
🍴 Refuel with delicious food and drink while you explore
📷 Snap stunning, Instagrammable photos at every turn
👪 Perfect for date nights, family outings, or peaceful evening strolls under the stars

General Info
📅 Date: choose from ticket selector
🕒 Time: 6 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. (last entry at 8 p.m.)
⏳ Duration: the visit will take approx. 1 hour
📍 Location: Peoria Zoo - 2320 N Prospect Rd, Peoria, IL 61603
👤 Age requirement: all ages welcome! Children ages 0-1 enter free of charge
👉 Effortlessly book tickets for large groups (15+ people) here.
♿ Accessibility: this venue is ADA accessible
❓ Please consult the FAQs of this experience here

Description
Brighten up your evenings with Glow Wild Festival! This limited-time outdoor experience is a beautiful celebration of Chinese culture, packed with fun for all ages. Stroll through a stunning display of larger-than-life lanterns, watch jaw-dropping live performances from award-winning Chinese acrobats, treat yourself to delicious food and drinks from local vendors, and bask in the magic of the season. Whether you’re looking for the perfect date, a fun family outing, or a peaceful evening escape, Glow Wild is Peoria’s number one destination for festive fun this fall. Buy your tickets now for the Glow Wild Festival in Peoria!

*Please note, we have a wide variety of new lanterns coming for 2026, so the images above, from last year, may not be on-site this year.