# German zoo light festivals

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/german-zoo-light-festivals
> Updated: 2026-10-17T22:02:11.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Various zoos in Germany are hosting light festivals during the latter part of 2026.

In Cologne, the Cologne Zoo has announced the seventh edition of its ‘China Lights’ festival, themed ‘Journey Around the World’. Running from December 11, 2026, to January 31, 2027, the event features 64 light ensembles including replicas of landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower, Stonehenge, and the Statue of Liberty.

Separately, Schwerin Zoo is hosting a festival titled ‘WILD LIGHTS’ from October 9 to November 29, 2026. This exhibition focuses on XXL-format light representations of endangered species and aquatic themes integrated into the zoo’s natural forest and water landscapes.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-17: Schwerin Zoo to host WILD LIGHTS festival

Schwerin Zoo will host the ‘WILD LIGHTS’ festival from October 9 to November 29, 2026, featuring large-scale light installations of endangered species and nature scenes.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/schwerin-zoo-to-host-wild-lights-festival

### 2026-10-16: Cologne Zoo announces China Lights festival with global theme

Cologne Zoo has begun ticket pre-sales for its ‘China Lights’ festival, running from December 2026 to January 2027 with a global landmark theme.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cologne-zoo-announces-china-lights-festival-with-global-theme

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