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Eagles' Fletcher Cox To Kick Off Elmwood Zoo's 'Wild Lights'

Elmwood's Wild Lights Winter Spectacular will feature Eagles star Fletcher Cox on opening night.

NORRISTOWN, PA — Elmwood Park Zoo's Wild Lights Winter Spectacular will be kicked off by Eagles star Fletcher Cox, the zoo announced Wednesday.

The unique event will transform the zoo into a winter wonderland with millions of lights and interactive attractions.

Fletcher will appear at the opening night of the exhibit on Friday, Nov. 16 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. to sign autographs and greet guests.

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The event will continue during the evening hours, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., Thursdays through Sundays, through Dec. 13, the zoo said. It will be open during those hours on a nightly basis from Dec. 14 through Dec. 31.

The zoo's 16 acres will include lit pathways, guided tours, music, themed stops, animated installations, and much more.

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Tickets are available here.

Main photo courtesy Elmwood Park Zoo; second photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images

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