Boo at the Zoo
Guests explore the zoo in costume to collect treats from vendor booths along the Trick-or-Treat Trail in Central Parq. The event features 'boo-tified' Haunted Habitats combining Halloween fun with animal and conservation education, alongside games, craft stations, and photo opportunities with characters. Visitors can also stop by the Beauty Shop of Horrors for face painting and ride the Scare-ousel transformed with spooky music and decor.
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Plan Your Visit
Website / Tickets
When
Tickets
Adults: $15; youth ages 3–12: $10; children 2 and under: free. Boo at the Zoo T-shirt: $25 each, with XXL costing an additional $2. Family or Small Business VIP: $500, including 4 tickets to arrive at any time, 4 T-shirts, and name recognition on the website and Sponsor Gratitude Sign. Active members who meet the stated requirements can get 50% off tickets during the presale.
Hours
9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Ages
Family-friendly
Neighborhood
Downtown Albuquerque
Parking
Free Park & Ride service runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. from Civic Center Underground Parking Garage to the ABQ BioPark Zoo. Boo at the Zoo ticket holders may park at the garage starting at 8:45 a.m.; use the Marquette Ave. or Tijeras Ave. entrances and collect a parking ticket to raise the entrance gate. Board the bus on Marquette Ave. between 4th and 5th Street, in front of City Hall. The last return bus leaves the Zoo at 5:30 p.m. Garage users leaving after 6:00 p.m. are responsible for the hourly rate for their full parking time.
Pets
Pets are not allowed in the Zoo.
Going?
Location
Tips & Advice
- Take advantage of the free Park & Ride shuttle operating from the Civic Center Underground Parking Garage.
- Bring your used household and button batteries to drop off at the recycling station near the pond gazebo.
- Leave prop weapons and full face masks at home, as neither are permitted inside the zoo.
Special Events & Promotions
- Active members who receive event eblasts can get 50% off tickets during the presale; watch for a promo code and link.
- Timed tickets are required to manage crowd size. Buy tickets online in advance; there are no walk-ups.
Links & Contact
Run by New Mexico BioPark Society
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Frequently Asked Questions
What costume guidelines must visitors follow?
Costumes must be family-friendly and non-violent. Full face masks are not allowed, and costumes cannot include real or prop weapons, toy swords, guns, or sharp objects.
What items are prohibited inside the zoo?
Prohibited items include glass, pets, alcohol, piñatas, weapons or prop weapons, sports equipment, straws, radios, portable speakers, grills, bicycles, skateboards, roller skates, roller blades, and Heelys.
Does the event take place if it rains?
Yes, Boo at the Zoo runs rain or shine, and refunds are not issued for any reason.
What kinds of batteries can be recycled at the event?
Household batteries including AA, AAA, C, D, 9-volt, and all button batteries can be dropped off for recycling near the pond gazebo across from Penguin Chill.
Can Zoo staff hold prohibited items at admissions?
No, staff cannot hold any personal or restricted items, so guests must leave all prohibited belongings at home or in their vehicles.
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