Boo at the Zoo Presented by Meijer
Children ages 11 and under can trick-or-treat through a route featuring 20 treat booths along the Zoo's walkways. Guests can ride the Spooktacular Carousel with festive lighting and music, journey through Sleepy Hollow on a guided Headless Horseman walk-through, and observe real arachnids in the barrier-free 'not-so-itsy-bitsy' Spider House. Fall-themed food, specialty cocktails, face painting, and Halloween merchandise are also available throughout the grounds.
Oct 1 – Oct 30, 2026
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Plan Your Visit
Tickets
Louisville Zoo members $8.50; non-members $14.25; age 2 and under free; Meijer Anytime Tickets $12.25 per person, valid for any Boo at the Zoo night and time during 2026. Tickets are required for guests ages 3+. Meijer tickets go on sale September 27 at participating locations. The Spooktacular Carousel, Headless Horseman and “not-so-itsy-bitsy” Spider House are included with ticket purchase. Parking is included in the ticket price.
Hours
Regular nights: 5–9 p.m.; exit by 10 p.m. Sensory-Friendly Night and Allergy-Friendly Night: entry 5–7 p.m.; exit by 8 p.m.
Ages
All ages (trick-or-treating for 11 and under)
Food & Drink
Event concessions offer fall snacks and Halloween sweets, including apple cider soft serve and funnel cake, plus seasonal specialty drinks; alcoholic cocktails are for guests 21 and over.
Parking
Visitors are asked not to park elsewhere unless directed by Zoo staff.
Accessibility
Manual wheelchairs, strollers, and wagons are available for rent, along with a limited number of electric wheelchairs that can be reserved online.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Tickets must be purchased online in advance and shown on your phone or printed at the entrance gate.
- Bring your own treat bag, or purchase a reusable cloth bag at the gift shop.
- Wear comfortable walking shoes, as the one-way trick-or-treat loop is about 1.3 miles long.
Special Events & Promotions
- Sensory-Friendly Night is October 7, with entry 5–7 p.m. and exit by 8 p.m.; it features fewer lights, lower music and smaller crowds, and tickets are very limited.
- Allergy-Friendly Night is October 28, with entry 5–7 p.m. and exit by 8 p.m.; it includes peanut-free treat booths and added non-food treats.
- New this year: the Light Up Ghost Cup and flash temporary tattoos.
Links & Contact
Halloween Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their contact page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can adults trick-or-treat?
Trick-or-treating is reserved for children ages 11 and under.
Can adults wear costume masks?
Adults may wear family-friendly costumes, but they are not permitted to wear masks that cover the entire face.
Can you see the Zoo's animals during the event?
Most animal ambassadors are not viewable in the evening so they can rest and keep their regular routines.
What happens if it rains?
Boo at the Zoo is a rain or shine event with no refunds or exchanges.
How many times can visitors walk through the trick-or-treat trail?
Admission allows guests to complete the one-way trick-or-treat route one time.
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