Spooky Safari at The Zoo in Forest Park
Visitors can wander through decorated zoo grounds featuring a trick-or-treat trail offering candy, small toys, and books for children. Activities include animal encounters, face painting, crafts, games, a scavenger hunt, and appearances from special characters. Guests of all ages can dress up to enter a virtual costume contest featuring categories for Most Creative, Best Group, and Funniest costume.
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Plan Your Visit
Website / Tickets
When
Ages
Trick-or-treat trail for kids ages 0-12
Neighborhood
Forest Park
Food & Drink
Candy is offered on the trick-or-treat trail, along with small toys and books; no other food or drink options are specified.
Parking
Parking is not included with the ticket. The City of Springfield charges $3 for an in-state plate and $5 for an out-of-state plate, cash only; the fee is not imposed or collected by The Zoo.
Accessibility
Parking is free for vehicles with a handicap placard, and service animals are permitted.
Going?
Location
Tips & Advice
- Purchase tickets in advance online, as tickets are required and will not be sold at the gate.
- Bring cash for the park entrance parking fee, which is collected separately by the City of Springfield.
- Input 293 Sumner Ave into your GPS for directions, as other addresses may lead to a locked park gate.
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can participate in the trick-or-treat trail?
The trick-or-treat trail is designed for children ages 0 through 12.
Can visitors wear costumes?
Yes, the whole family is invited to dress in costume and take part in a virtual costume contest with prizes for Most Creative, Best Group, and Funniest costume.
Are pets allowed inside the zoo?
Pets are not allowed inside the zoo, but service animals are permitted.
Can guests bring outside food into the zoo?
Outside food is not allowed inside the zoo for animal safety, though guests may eat packed meals at picnic tables located in the park outside.
Can visitors feed the animals?
Grain cones can be purchased at the ticket booth to feed designated hoofstock animals, but no other outside food or park plants may be fed to the animals.
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