Lion Habitat Ranch is welcoming families, animal lovers, and holiday enthusiasts to celebrate the season with festive events running through the end of December, plus a special January fundraiser benefiting the nonprofit sanctuary.
Holiday Celebration Weekend
December 23–25 | 11 a.m.–3 p.m. (Last admission at 2 p.m.) — Yes, Wednesday too!**
Guests are invited to enjoy a series of holiday-themed experiences throughout Christmas weekend, including:
- Hide the pinecone: Find it and take home a Benny painting. A new color will be announced each day.
- Crafts and holiday activities in the Feast Room.
- Themed enrichment for the animals.
- Holiday music throughout the ranch.
- North Pole Animal Scavenger Hunt designed to educate and entertain.
- Seasonal decorations across the property for festive photo opportunities.
Noon Year’s Eve Celebration
December 31 | 11 a.m.–3 p.m. (Last admission at 2 p.m.) — Yes, Wednesday!**
Families can ring in the New Year a little early with a daytime celebration perfect for all ages:
- Craft activity hosted in the Feast Room.
- Themed animal enrichment experiences.
- “Ball Drop” at noon with Harry and George in the Feast Room, complete with an apple cider toast.
- Conservation-themed scavenger hunt to inspire meaningful New Year’s resolutions.
Tats for Cats Fundraiser at Studio 21
January 23 | 4 p.m.–8 p.m.**
Support Lion Habitat Ranch in a unique way with tattoos for a cause:
- $100 flash tattoo designs available exclusively during the event.
- 25% of proceeds will be donated to Lion Habitat Ranch.
- On-site raffle featuring Lion Habitat Ranch prizes.
- Sliders and drinks available for guests.
- A Lion Habitat Ranch keeper will host an educational table featuring biofacts and information about the sanctuary’s mission.
