BOO! AT THE ZOO
DATE: Saturdays and Sundays, October 5-20, 2024
TIME: 10:00 a.m. - 5 p.m.
LOCATION: Zoowide

Bring your little ghosts and goblins to Boo! at the Zoo, a fun-filled family Halloween event perfect for all ages! Dress up in your favorite costumes and enjoy a day of spooky adventures, creepy crawlers, and delightful creatures. Capture unforgettable moments with family photo ops throughout the Zoo and watch as the kids leave with a sweet treat!
 

Costume Guidelines

We encourage everyone to express their creativity through their costumes! Please note that guests aged 13 and older are not allowed to wear full-body costumes that cover their heads to ensure safety for all visitors.


Please note, all activities are weather-dependent, and schedule/programming is subject to change.

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BOO! at the zoo ACTIVITIES

Activities are weather dependent and subject to change.

 

Seasonal Eats

Satisfy your cravings with a variety of delicious seasonal treats! Indulge in mouthwatering funnel cakes, fried s'mores, and refreshing seasonal beers at the Beer Garden. Don’t miss the Graze menu, featuring savory bratwurst, cider floats, and delectable apple turnovers.


Frightening Photo Spots

Capture your memories at Boo! at the Zoo with our festive photo spots! Explore giant inflatables, themed frames, and peekboards for fun photo opportunities. Make sure to visit the Howl-O-Scenes backdrop at the Nature Stage for an extra special snap!

 

Free Activities for All

Enjoy a variety of free activities throughout the Zoo:

  • Trick-or-Treat Stations at retail locations (North Gate Market, South Gate Market, Seven Seas Gift Shop, Coast Gifts, and Bear Crossing)

 

  • Magician Performances at Nature Plaza, with shows daily from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

 

  • Children’s Costume Parade starting at 12:30 p.m. from the Discovery Center plaza

 

Free Pumpkin Animal Enrichment:  

Watch as the animals enjoy pumpkin enrichment throughout the day! Scheduled times include:

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October 5
10:30 a.m. Capybara at Pachyderm House
 
2:30 p.m. African Painted Dogs at Habitat Africa! The Savannah

October 6
10:30 a.m. Sloth Bears at Big Cat Walkway
 
2:30 p.m. Mexican Wolves at Wolf Woods

October 12
10:30 a.m. Nigerian Dwarf Goats at Hamill Family Wild Encounters
 
2:30 p.m. Rodriguez Fruit Bats at Australia House

October 13
10:30 a.m. Polar Bears at Great Bear Wilderness

2:30 p.m. Echidna at Australia House

October 19
10:30 a.m. Gorilla at Tropic World

2:30 p.m. Mongoose at Habitat Africa! The Savannah

October 20
10:30 a.m. Brown Bears at Great Bear Wilderness

2:30 p.m. Mexican Wolves at Wolf Woods

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Free Zoo Chats:  

Participate in engaging Zoo Chats daily during Boo! at the Zoo, supported by our educational partner, Ferrara:

 

  • 11:30 a.m. Bat Chat at Australia House 

 

  • 11:30 a.m. Herps Chat at Feathers & Scales 

 

  • 12:00 p.m. Prairie Chicken and Crane Chat at North American Prairie Aviary 

 

  • 12:15 p.m. Sea Lion Chat at Sea Lion Cove 

 

  • 2:15 p.m. Wolf Chat at Wolf Woods  

 

  • 3:00 p.m. Sting Ray Chat at Living Coast (Sundays only)  

 

 

Exciting Entertainment (Additional Costs Apply)

Elevate your experience with thrilling rides and attractions (separate fees apply):

  • Creepy Carousel Rides

  • Anniversary Ferris Wheel Rides

  • Virtual Reality 4D Theater Show: Experience Jinxed, a spooky carnival coaster simulator with thrilling dips and drops

  • Inflate-a-Boo: A fun inflatable zone for kids ages 3-10

  • Pumpkin Decorating at the Beer Garden (no pre-registration needed, available while supplies last)  


 

 

 

 


 

 

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