It’s the most wonderful time of the year: Wildlights! The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium’s beloved winter event is celebrating its 35th anniversary, running from November 17, 2023 to January 7, 2024. This family-favorite tradition features festive animated musical light displays, delicious treats, winter wonderland train rides and, of course, amazing animals.
Get the Deal
You can enjoy Wildlights, efficiently powered by AEP Ohio, with this special online-only buy one, get one free (BOGO) offer just for our customers. Buy any regular-priced adult Wildlights admission ticket and get one free. Visit ColumbusZoo.org to get your tickets using the step-by-step instructions below.
Desktop Instructions
- On the Zoo’s homepage, scroll down to and click on the orange “Purchase Tickets” button in the center of the page.
- Click the “Promotional Code” tab on the right side of the ticket window, enter “power” (not case-sensitive) and click “Submit.”
- This will open up the BOGO ticket options available to purchase.
- Select only the number of tickets that you are planning to pay for. For example, if you have a group of six, you would pay for three tickets. Select the three tickets you need and click “Add To Cart.” In the “Shopping Cart” page, it will automatically apply the three free tickets for a total of six tickets.
Mobile Instructions
- On the Zoo’s homepage, scroll down to and click on the orange “Purchase Tickets” button in the center of the page.
- Click the “Menu” button with the three horizontal bars in the top left corner. Enter “power” (not case-sensitive) in the “Enter Promotional Code” box at the top of the menu that appears.
- This will open up the BOGO ticket options available to purchase.
- Select only the number of tickets that you are planning to pay for. For example, if you have a group of six, you would pay for three tickets. Select the three tickets you need and click “Add To Cart.” In the “Shopping Cart” page, it will automatically apply the three free tickets for a total of six tickets.
AEP Ohio helped the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium convert nearly 3 million holiday lights into energy efficient LED bulbs, creating one of the most spectacular light displays in central Ohio. These LED bulbs have helped the Zoo use approximately 70 percent less energy during Wildlights.
How much are the tickets?
Hello Acquanetta, the regular price of an adult ticket is $19.99 for Franklin County residents or $29.99 for those outside Franklin County.
Thank you!
I’m not sure I got my free ticket with purchase BOGO
Judy, the Zoo will be happy to help with any issues. Contact them through their website or by phone at (614) 645-3400.
Why do people outside of Franklin County have to pay $10.00 more for a ticket? I was prepared to purchase tickets but since you want to discriminate against residents of other counties I will save my money and stay home.
Merry Christmas to you and all your privileged Franklin County Residents.
Hi Brad. Franklin County residents support the Zoo through their taxes, and I’m sure the Zoo would be happy to answer any questions about their prices. They can be contacted through their website or at 614-645-3400.
Thank you for this offer! Very much appreciated!
When I select 2 adults it adds up to 50 and not 30 for aep
Hi Cassie, make sure you’re entering only the number of tickets that you plan to pay for. If you need tickets for two adults, make sure you’ve entered the promo code, then add one adult ticket to your cart. In your shopping cart, you’ll see the full price ticket plus the free one.