The Philadelphia Zoo is taking visitors up into the skies, but not through a balloon this time.

The Fairmount Park attraction will soon unveil a Ferris wheel — or "Pherris wheel" — as part of its annual holiday light show. Reaching 110 feet, the ride promises views of the Schuylkill River, Boathouse Row, the Philadelphia Art Museum and the city skyline. It'll open on Thursday, Nov. 20, along with the rest of the LumiNature display. MORE: Christmas Village to feature new 30-foot centerpiece in LOVE Park that pays tribute to German heritage

The Ferris wheel will keep spinning after that exhibit packs up in early January. The zoo plans to offer rides through the end of 2026 as part of the wider semiquincentennial festivities throughout the city celebrating America's 250th anniversary. I

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