Bay Area Family Fun | Oakland Zoo Glowfari Daytime Guide 🌟

The annual Glowfari lantern festival at Oakland Zoo is back! 🎄✨ This year's event runs from November 7th to January 25th, 4:30pm–9pm nightly. If your little one’s schedule isn’t night-friendly, why not try a daytime visit? Though the lights won’t be on, the displays are still delightful and perfect for a quieter, photo-friendly outing! 📸 📍Location Oakland Zoo 🎫 Tickets: $33–$44.75 (free for under 2, members get 10% off) ⭐Daytime Tips 1️⃣ Limited access: Some lantern areas may be roped off during the day, but you can still take great photos from the outside. 2️⃣ Dress warmly: Oakland is much chillier than the South Bay ❄️! Even at 10am, it can be quite cold—bring layers (and bundle up if you go at night!). 3️⃣ Don’t miss the summit: Take the gondola up the hill 🚠 to explore ocean-themed lights, a playground, and lookout points. The山顶餐厅's burgers are surprisingly tasty 🍔! Enjoy panoramic views of Oakland, OAK airport, the Bay Bridge 🌉, and the San Francisco skyline. 🌞Daytime vs 🌙Nighttime ✅ Day perks: Fewer crowds, better for napping babies, clear photos, combo with zoo visits. ❌ Downsides: No glowing lights, some sections closed. 💡 Tip: If you can adjust nap times, nights are magical—but daytime is still a wonderful alternative! #BayAreaKids #OaklandZoo #Glowfari #FamilyFun #DaytimeAdventure