Award-winning night-time spectacular Wild Lights is returning to Dublin Zoo.

Running from November 1st until January 6th 2019, it features a brand-new theme, "Ocean of Light".

It will see an entirely new cast of illuminated silk lanterns, inspired by the wonders of aquatic life - such as hammerhead sharks, blue whales and seahorses.

It will be open every Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday evening in November - extending to seven nights a week in December and into January.

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In addition to Ocean of Light, three new areas also feature this year.

'Winter Wonderland' is home to Arctic favourites such as polar bears and walruses, 'Celebrating China' brings a flavour of the Orient, and 'The North Pole' is home to Santa's workshop: a 16-metre high silk Christmas tree and a host of festive displays.

Tickets are available from the Dublin Zoo website and must be booked in advance.