ZooLights
December 9
ZooLights
December 9, 2026
$139
Celebrate the season with delicious Italian food and a dazzling evening of holiday lights! We’ll begin with an early dinner, included, at RigaTony’s Italian in Tempe. This family-owned restaurant has served the Valley for more than 30 years, bringing a touch of New York’s Little Italy to Arizona. Its welcoming atmosphere and classic Italian favorites make it a wonderful place to gather for a meal before our evening adventure. After dinner, we’re off to the Phoenix Zoo for ZooLights! More than four million twinkling lights transform the grounds into a holiday wonderland, with glowing animal sculptures and colorful displays along illuminated, tree-lined pathways. Take your time exploring, snapping photos, and enjoying the festive scenery around each bend. This evening is all about the lights—the illuminated animals are the stars of the show! Bring a warm jacket and comfortable walking shoes, and join us for a wonderful way to get into the holiday spirit!
D: NW 3:45 p.m. Phx 3:45 p.m. Scts 4 p.m. Mesa 4:30 p.m. R: 10 p.m.
Departure Locations — We can only guarantee pick-up from the locations listed below. If you’re requesting pick-up from an unofficial location, please call our office at 480-497-2478 to confirm. It never hurts to ask!
Northwest Valley:
Sundome Plaza
13547 W. Camino Del Sol
Sun City West, AZ 85375
Located in the heart of Sun City West at the Sundome Plaza Shopping Center.
Scottsdale:
La Quinta Inn & Suites
8888 E Shea Blvd
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
The Scottsdale pickup location can be easily reached via AZ 101/Pima Freeway. Exit the freeway at Shea. The La Quinta Hotel is located at the northeast corner of AZ 101 and Shea Blvd.
Phoenix:
Paradise Valley Community Center
17402 N. 40th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85032
The Paradise Valley Community Center is easily found on 40th Street, north of Bell Road. No overnights. No Late-nights
Mesa:
Mesa Doubletree Hotel
1011 W. Holmes Ave
Mesa, AZ 85210
This is the Fiesta Mall region, and the Hilton Hotel is easily viewed from the U.S. 60/Superstition Freeway. Exit the freeway at Alma School and head east to Holmes. Park and wait for the bus at the west end of the hotel parking lot.