It was alot of fun, albeit cold, very very cold. Crowded, but not uncomfortable. If you are looking to see any animals then you are out of luck as it is at night. You will see a few camels and the kimodo dragons sleeping but other than that, you are only there to check out the wonderful light display that they have going on. It cost a little bit more on the weekends ( $14 a person) plus if you want to go any of the rides they have, those cost extra as well. I will say that the hot chocolate was delicious and worth the $3.49. Oh and parking is free but you will have to walk a ways if you get there late as the lot near the zoo fills up fast!