Illustration of striped booths with pumpkins and costumed figures on a town street with orange autumn trees (ZooBOO! at The Maryland Zoo)

ZooBOO! at The Maryland Zoo

Visitors can trick-or-treat throughout the zoo, navigate an inflatable corn maze, and pick from a pumpkin patch while supplies last. Seasonal activities include sack races, crafts, meet-and-greets with animal ambassadors and zoo mascots, and an animal clinic for plush patients. Entertainment includes magic shows, bubble shows, a ventriloquist performance, and weekend costume contests.

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Plan Your Visit

Website / Tickets

marylandzoo.org

When

Tickets

ZooBOO! is included with general Zoo admission or membership; a small charge applies for game tickets. Face painting and fall-themed games are marked as paid ($).

Hours

10:00am–4:00pm on all listed event dates.

Food & Drink

Food trucks and vendors are available.

Going?

Location

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The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore · One Safari Place, Baltimore, MD 21217 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Scare Factor

👻 👻 👻 👻 👻 (1/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (5/5)

Best For

Families with young children

Vibe

Festive and family-friendly

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Halloween costumes are encouraged, but attire should remain family-friendly.
  • Costume contests take place at the Stone Barn in Main Valley on Saturdays and Sundays.
  • Plan to purchase tickets if you want to participate in face painting or fall-themed games.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Costume contests are held on Saturdays and Sundays.
  • The Animal Clinic for plush patients is offered October 3, 4, 24, and 25.
  • Silly Goose and Val perform on Fridays; bubble shows and magic shows take place on Saturdays and Sundays.
  • The bounce house is available on Sundays and October 31 only.

Links & Contact

Website / Tickets Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where do the costume contests take place?

Costume contests are held at the Stone Barn in Main Valley on Saturdays and Sundays.

Which activities require an additional fee?

Face painting and tickets for fall-themed games have an additional charge.

What special performances are offered?

Performances include entertainer and ventriloquist Silly Goose and Val on Fridays, as well as bubble shows and magic shows on Saturdays and Sundays.

Can children bring stuffed animals to the event?

Yes, there is an Animal Clinic for plush patients offered on specific dates during the festival.

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