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Perform with Your Choir at Zoo Lights

Houston Zoo invites school and community choirs to perform during Zoo Lights.

Join us for Zoo Lights

Houston Zoo is bringing back a favorite holiday tradition with a new opportunity for school and community choirs to perform during this year’s celebration of Zoo Lights!

Performance Dates & Times

Date: November 20, 2026 – January 3, 2027
Performances will not be available on December 9, December 24, or December 25.

Each choir will perform two 30-minute sets:

  • 6:30 p.m.
  • 7:30 p.m.

Performance Location
Children’s Zoo Stage
Stage size: 14 ft. x 25 ft.

Group Capacity
Performances are available for choirs with up to 40 members.

Ticket pricing

  • Weekday tickets: $20 per person
  • Weekend tickets: $25 per person

After your performance request is confirmed, your group will receive a ticket link to purchase admission.

Choir Requirements

  • Houston Zoo will provide access to a sound system that can be connected through an AUX cord.
  • Groups are responsible for bringing any additional equipment needed for their performance, including:
    • Risers
    • Music stands
    • Microphones
    • Other performance equipment
  • Houston Zoo does not provide performance equipment.

All participating choir members and guests will be required to complete signed waivers prior to performing.

Additional check-in instructions and payment deadlines will be provided after your performance request is confirmed.

Contact our Event Operations team for questions/comments.

Request a Choir Performance Date

Complete the form below to share your group’s information and preferred performance dates. A Houston Zoo team member will follow up with availability and next steps.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Who can perform at Zoo Lights?

School choirs, community groups, and professional ensembles are invited to submit a request to perform at Houston Zoo Lights.

How are performance requests reviewed?

To help us learn more about your group, please provide a link to your organization’s website or a previous performance video when submitting your request. Performance opportunities are reviewed based on group suitability, availability, and overall Zoo Lights experience.

Does my performance ticket include Zoo Lights admission?

Yes. Your Zoo Lights ticket includes admission for the evening of your scheduled performance. Performers are welcome to enjoy Zoo Lights before or after their scheduled performance time.

Do non-performers in our group need a ticket?

Yes. All guests, including group coordinators, chaperones, and technical support team members, must have a Zoo Lights ticket for entry.

How soon will we know if our group is confirmed?

After submitting your performance request, a Houston Zoo team member will review your information and respond within 48 business hours with next steps and availability.

When is payment due?

Payment details and deadlines will be provided after your performance request has been approved and confirmed.

What are the check-in instructions for performers?

Arrival and check-in details will be provided after your performance has been confirmed and tickets have been purchased. Groups must complete the confirmation process before arriving at Houston Zoo Lights to perform.