Illustration of a child in a witch costume holding a pumpkin bucket on a leafy sidewalk lined with glowing houses at dusk (Boo at the Zoo)

Boo at the Zoo

Families stroll through the zoo stopping at trick-or-treat booths to collect candy, coupons, and other goodies. Visitors can also take a train ride across the grounds. All proceeds raised from the event directly support the zoo and its resident animals.

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Website / Tickets

lincolnzoo.org

When

Tickets

General admission: Lincoln Children’s Zoo members FREE (members still need to reserve tickets); non-members $7.95. Trick-or-treat bag: $3.75, required for each member or non-member who wants to collect candy. Train ride: $3.00. VIP: members $7.95; non-members $11.95. General admission tickets are valid any evening session or the October 25 daytime session; VIP tickets are valid only for the selected night/session.

Hours

Evening general admission: 5:30–8:00 p.m.; VIP early access begins at 5:00 p.m. Daytime on October 25: general admission 12:30–3:00 p.m.; VIP early access begins at 12:00 p.m.

Ages

Ages 2 and up

Going?

Location

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Lincoln Children's Zoo · 1222 S 27th St, Lincoln, NE 68502 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

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Purchase tickets online beforehand, as gate admission is not sold during the event.
  • Plan to visit later in the evening to avoid lines when crowds tend to thin out.
  • Anyone wishing to collect candy must purchase an official trick-or-treat bag in addition to general admission.

Special Events & Promotions

  • VIP early access is offered for the evening sessions October 23–27 and the daytime session October 25; VIP tickets are valid only for the selected session.
  • Lincoln Children’s Zoo members receive free general admission but must reserve tickets.
  • Members of other AZA-accredited zoos, including the Omaha Zoo, do not receive a discount.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who needs an admission ticket?

Everyone ages 2 and older requires an admission ticket to attend.

Can tickets be purchased at the gate?

No, all tickets must be purchased in advance.

Do adults need tickets if only children are collecting candy?

Yes, everyone ages 2 and up needs an admission ticket. Only guests who want to collect candy need to buy a treat bag.

Can zoo members gain admission by showing their membership card?

No, zoo members must reserve admission tickets in advance.

Will trick-or-treat booths remain open for guests arriving near gate closure?

Yes, trick-or-treat booths remain open until the final guest has passed through.

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