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GloWild: Hidden Treasure lantern festival
Back every year in October. Here’s what we confirmed for 2026.
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2027 dates not announced yet
- Last time: Oct 16, 17, 18, 21 and 22, 2026Usually October
Every year
2027 datesNot announced yet. We’ll post the 2027 dates here once the organizer does.
- Time of yearOctober
- Last confirmed datesOct 16, 17, 18, 21 and 22, 2026
- Price in 2026Separate GloWild ticket
- Ages in 2026All ages
This page stays up all year. When the dates pass, it keeps the last confirmed details, and the next dates go here as soon as they’re posted on the official page.
Every year in KC · Christmas lights in KC · More things to do with kids in Kansas City this week
With little kids
- Best agesAll ages (2026)
About the 2026 event
A mile-long lantern walk through the zoo at night, best for kids who can handle a late one. Open Wednesday through Sunday nights.
On a regular visit to Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium
- ParkingFree in the Green, Yellow and Red lots.
- StrollersRentals are at the stroller barn near the entrance.
- Changing and nursingUniversal changing tables in Sobela Ocean Aquarium and at the Elephant Expedition restrooms, and family restrooms with little kid seats.
From our visiting guide. Special events can run on different parking and hours.
Times and prices can change, so check the official page before you go.
Where
- Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium6800 Zoo Drive, Kansas City, MO 64132Open in Maps ↗
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