New York’s Animal Adventure Park Shines Bright With Over One and a Half Million Lights
Get ready to be dazzled because Animal Adventure Park's Jungle Bells is back and it's bigger and brighter! Located in the hills of Harpursville, New York, this holiday lights event has become a must-do tradition for families in the area with over one and a half million lights.
The owner, Jordan Patch, is thrilled to see Jungle Bells become a seasonal highlight for the community. He's not kidding when he says this year's event is going to be even more jaw-dropping!
They've added some new surprises and cool additions that will take the magical atmosphere to a whole new level. You'll walk through the park's pathways, and everywhere you look, there are twinkling lights. It's like stepping into a Christmas fairy tale!
Santa Claus and The Grinch Appearances at Jungle Bells
You and your family can see Santa Claus chilling in his heated workshop. You can meet the holly jolly fellow and his reindeer on Fridays and Saturdays from 5 to 8 p.m. It's a picture-perfect opportunity to share your holiday wishes and capture some special moments too!
Do you like a little mischief with your Christmas cheer? Mark your calendar for December 9th,16th, and 23rd because the Grinch will be making an appearance! This iconic creepy character with his heart two sizes too small will be there, creating some good-humored chaos and making your holiday experience more memorable.
Animal Adventure Park has animal lovers covered too. You can see and feed all kinds of amazing creatures, both indoors and outdoors. While you're there, make sure you grab some hot cocoa and treat yourself to an order of their hot, fresh mini donuts.
Jungle Bells will be open to visitors every Thursday to Sunday from November 9th to December 30th, running from 4 to 8 p.m. To accommodate additional people, they've added extra evenings on November 22nd, December 26th, and 27th.
KEEP THIS IN MIND: They'll be closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.
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