It’s back: the creators of “China Light ZOO” will be bringing some much-needed colour to those dark, winter nights.
They plan to illuminate ZOO Planckendael at Mechelen with a new and impressive magical light adventure.
This year it will all be on the theme of “mythical figures of the Far North.”
For the fourth year in a row, the lights (of the North) will shine at the outdoor animal park from October 25 to January 5.
A multitude of mythical characters from the snowy Great North will shine in the park during the winter months as part of the “Dragons of the North” festival of lights.
You will get to experience the epic encounter between ice and fire, meet friendly trolls and elves, a howling werewolf accompanied by his pack and splendid winged horses.
They will all come to life alongside stylish dragons and a four-metre-high phoenix.
Through more than 60 compositions and 1,000 luminous objects scattered throughout the park, the festival of lights aims to create a mystical atmosphere.
Once again, the luminous objects are the work of the creators of China Light Festival for whom a spokesman said, “A Chinese light festival is the perfect way to wish each other happiness and prosperity in the new year. It is a message that we want to convey every year to ZOO Planckendael.”
It promises to be a great chance to share some fun with family and/or friends.
The festival is open Thursday to Sunday, after the park closes and every day during the autumn and Christmas holidays, except December 24 and 31. The festival closes at 10pm.
Tickets are available at www.zooplanckendael.be. Subscribers to Antwerp ZOO and ZOO Planckendael benefit from a reduction.
It is possible to combine the visit to the park with the festival of lights. Please note, however, that the park closes its doors at 4pm.
The Toepaja restaurant is exceptionally open from 4 to 6pm.