Boo at the Zoo
Guests can stroll along decorated paths and trick-or-treat at more than a dozen candy stations on Wayside Furniture Way. Entertainment includes meet-and-greets with costumed characters, a Monster Mash Dance Party, free rides on the Boomerang train, a hay maze, and performances by the Kooky Cellists, Rockin' Robots, and magician Rick Smith Jr. Visitors can also spot select animals along the event path before they head inside for the evening.
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Plan Your Visit
Website / Tickets
When
Tickets
Zoo members: advance online tickets $20 per person or $69 for a 4-pack; same-day online tickets $22 per person or $71 for a 4-pack until 4 p.m. The 4-pack is no longer available after 4 p.m. Non-Zoo members: advance online tickets $22 per person or $77 for a 4-pack; same-day online tickets $24 per person or $79 for a 4-pack until 4 p.m. Online day-of individual tickets are $22 for members and $24 for non-members after 4 p.m.; 4-packs are unavailable then, and sales stop at 8 p.m. Walk-up tickets are $21 per person for Zoo members and $23 per person for non-members. Children under 2 are free; ages 2 and older and adults need a ticket. Online ticket prices include a non-refundable $1 transaction fee per ticket. The VIP Package is $481, including a non-refundable $1 online processing fee; it admits up to 8 people ages 2 and older and is sold per tent at the same price regardless of group size. The VIP Package is not available as a walk-up purchase.
Hours
Thursdays through Sundays, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.; VIP tent menu served 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Ages
All ages
Food & Drink
Food including burgers, pizza, fries, and Mini Melts is available for purchase throughout the Zoo; alcohol is available for purchase at select locations.
Accessibility
Push wheelchairs and electric scooters are available to rent at the Main Entrance, and advance reservations are highly suggested.
Pets
Pets are not allowed. Guests with service animals should notify Zoo staff; service animals are not permitted in restricted areas during a Zoo visit.
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Tips & Advice
- Bring your own reusable candy bags, though the first 1,000 guests each evening receive a complimentary trick-or-treat bag.
- Reserve push wheelchairs or electric scooters ahead of time by calling the Gift Shop.
- Guests wearing full face coverings or masks must remove them while walking to maintain a clear field of vision.
Special Events & Promotions
- The new VIP Experience is available Friday and Saturday nights and is limited to five groups per evening.
- The VIP tent menu is served from 5 to 7 p.m.
- Zoo members receive reduced ticket prices through the Member Tickets section of the webstore after logging in.
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
Will the event take place if it rains?
Yes, Boo at the Zoo is held rain or shine, and no rain checks are provided.
Can guests wear costumes?
Yes, family-friendly costumes are encouraged, while scary costumes are discouraged. Full masks or face coverings must be removed while walking.
Are there allergy-friendly treat options?
Yes, treat stations along Wayside Furniture Way provide alternative treats for guests with allergies or special dietary needs.
Can outside food and beverages be brought into the Zoo?
Guests may bring coolers with food and non-alcoholic beverages, but outside alcohol and glass containers are strictly prohibited.
Are pets or service animals permitted?
Pets are not allowed. Guests with service animals should notify staff upon arrival, though service animals are not permitted inside restricted Zoo areas.
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