For many families, it is a seasonal tradition to cruise local neighborhoods in the weeks following Thanksgiving to enjoy the holiday lights that decorate the homes and properties of Denver’s many area neighborhoods.

This year though, you may want to make Denver’s Zoo Lights one of your stops. Visitors to “Zoo Lights” at the Denver will be entranced by millions of sparkling lights, featuring trees that glitter, and animated animal light sculptures. Numerous zoo animals will be available for viewing during this special evening events, Dec.12-Jan.4, 5-9p.m.

Holiday entertainment by local schools and choir groups will undoubtedly add to the merriment.

Here’s a 12-Days-of-Christmas-sing-along music video of some of the light displays at Denver Zoo Lights!