Peoria Zoo

The holiday season wouldn’t be complete without a visit to the Conservatory, where the tropical collection blends with drifts of poinsettia to create a wonderland! Come check it out and enjoy the festive feeling in the air.

Come check out the Conservatory during select Friday and Saturday nights for Luthy Lights!

*Garden closed select holidays.

Runs November 22 through December 30. The Garden is open daily from 10am-5pm, with last admission at 4:30pm.

All Ages Welcome. Garden admission is free but donations are appreciated.

Wine and Wreaths
Offered – Friday, November 29; Saturday, November 30 and Thursday, December 5
5:30-7:30 pm 

Ages 21 and over

Enjoy a glass of wine, while creating your very own wreath. It will be the perfect seasonal complement to a front door, window or fireplace mantel. We will provide all the tools, supplies & greenery (i.e. evergreens, juniper, pine cones, dried hydrangea and floral picks), while beer and wine will be available for purchase. A fun way to unwind with friends and welcome the holidays. Registration required.

Wreath Making
Offered – November 30, 9:00 – 11:00am

A hands-on class, where you will create your very own wreath. It will be the perfect seasonal complement to a front door, window or fireplace mantel. We will provide all the tools, supplies & greenery (i.e. evergreens, juniper, pine cones, dried hydrangea and floral picks). Registration required.

Join us at Luthy Lights for an enchanting illuminated garden experience featuring themed light scenes, beverages from the Parks on Tap Traveling TapHouse, live music and the seasonal celebration of poinsettias in the Conservatory. Stop on by anytime and enjoy a fun respite during the holiday and enjoy catching up with old friends or creating new ones. Let the season of joy begin!

All Ages Welcome. There is no cost for the events; donations are appreciated!

Happening December 6-7, 13-14, & 20-23, from 5pm-8pm

Join us at Luthy Lights for an enchanting illuminated garden experience featuring themed light scenes, beverages from the Parks on Tap Traveling TapHouse, live music and the seasonal celebration of poinsettias in the Conservatory. Stop on by anytime and enjoy a fun respite during the holiday and enjoy catching up with old friends or creating new ones. Let the season of joy begin!

All Ages Welcome. There is no cost for the events; donations are appreciated!

Happening December 6-7, 13-14, & 20-23, from 5pm-8pm

Discover the holiday magic at Santa’s Secret Garden! Bring the family for an unforgettable afternoon filled with festive cheer. Kids can meet Santa himself and create a special holiday craft with the talented Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum staff. Wander through the enchanting Poinsettia Show, where vibrant blooms light up the season in a dazzling display. Warm up with a cozy drink at the Merry Mug and stick around Garden to cap off your visit with a stroll through the sparkling wonder of Luthy Lights!

Cost: $10/craft. No advance tickets needed—come and make your holiday memories!

Brunch with Santa:

Celebrate the magic of the holiday season with Brunch with Santa! This festive event features two seating options: 10:00 AM to Noon or 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM, each offering a delightful meal and an unforgettable holiday experience for all ages. Enjoy quality time with Santa, write a letter to Rudolph, craft with PlayHouse staff, and a special gift—admission to the Peoria PlayHouse on a future date (valid through March 31, 2025).

Early Bird Pricing: $25 per person (available through December 1)
Standard Pricing: $30 per person (December 1-7)
Registration closes at midnight on December 7, 2024. Don’t miss out—reserve your spot for this enchanting holiday tradition!

Join us at Luthy Lights for an enchanting illuminated garden experience featuring themed light scenes, beverages from the Parks on Tap Traveling TapHouse, live music and the seasonal celebration of poinsettias in the Conservatory. Stop on by anytime and enjoy a fun respite during the holiday and enjoy catching up with old friends or creating new ones. Let the season of joy begin!

All Ages Welcome. There is no cost for the events; donations are appreciated!

Happening December 6-7, 13-14, & 20-23, from 5pm-8pm