ZooBoo
Guests can trick-or-treat through the zoo grounds decorated with glowing pumpkins and festive Halloween lights. The evening features costumed character encounters, live magic shows, and opportunities to see animals active in the cooler night air. Optional experiences available during the event include feeding giraffes, touching stingrays, and walking through Zoorassic Park.
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Tickets
Non-members: adults (12 & up) $22.00; children (ages 2–11) $20.00. Members: adults (12 & up) $18.00; children (ages 2–11) $16.00. Children 2 and under get in free. Some experiences cost extra and have limited hours; they are not guaranteed.
Hours
5–8 PM.
Ages
Ages 2-11 for child pricing
Parking
Parking is at Roeding Park and costs $5 per car; it is not included. The park has entrances on Belmont Ave. and Olive Ave.; Olive Ave. is an alternative when Belmont has heavy traffic. Arrive early for parking. The parking lot has wheelchair-accessible spaces near the Zoo entrance. Pay by exact cash, card (with a $0.40 convenience fee), or the ParkMobile App.
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking spaces are located near the zoo entrance, and wheelchairs and electric scooters are available to rent on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Location
Tips & Advice
- Arrive early to secure parking and experience the shortest trick-or-treat lines.
- Bring your own trick-or-treat bag and wear comfortable walking shoes.
- If the Belmont Avenue entrance has heavy traffic, use the Olive Avenue entrance as an alternative.
Special Events & Promotions
- Members receive lower ticket prices than non-members.
- Sniffari Night: ZooBoo Edition is a separate dog-friendly evening with trick-or-treating and a pooch parade; dogs must be leashed, and one dog ticket is allowed per adult ticket.
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the costume guidelines?
Costumes should be family-friendly, with no weapons, balloons, or extremely scary or gory elements. Inflatable costumes are allowed throughout the event, except at the giraffe feeding station at Twiga Terrace.
What is included with admission?
ZooBoo admission includes trick-or-treating, live magic shows, character encounters, and evening access to the zoo.
Do tickets need to be purchased in advance?
Buying tickets online in advance is recommended, as the event often sells out.
Are strollers and wagons allowed?
Yes, strollers and wagons are welcome. Additionally, strollers, wheelchairs, and electric scooters can be rented from the Safari Trading Co. gift shop on a first-come, first-served basis.
What ages is the event suitable for?
The event is designed for families with kids of all ages, skipping scares and gore in favor of candy, costumes, and animals.
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