Night of the Living Zoo
Partygoers explore the Zoo after dark at this 21-and-over event featuring unlimited drinks from pop-up bars, live music, and dance floors with DJ sets. Attendees can check out creepy Halloween scenes, roving entertainers, 'Zoostrology' and tarot readings, and flash tattoos. The evening also includes evening access to select animal exhibits including the Reptile Discovery Center and Great Cats.
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Plan Your Visit
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When
Tickets
Tickets: $75; Zoo members save 15%. Each ticket covers admission, unlimited drinks, and live entertainment.
Hours
7 p.m. - 11 p.m. (last entry at 10:30 p.m.).
Ages
21+
Neighborhood
Cleveland Park
Food & Drink
Admission includes unlimited drinks from pop-up bars, and food is available for purchase from food trucks located throughout the Zoo.
Parking
Parking is $30 in advance or $40 day-of. Paid parking passes are available for purchase online; space is limited, and daytime parking passes will not be honored. Regular member parking benefits do not apply, and event parking must be purchased separately.
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Tips & Advice
- Costumes are encouraged, but leave full-faced masks, simulated or real weapons, balloons, skates, hoverboards, and scooters at home.
- Buy parking passes online before the event, as space is limited and daytime parking passes are not valid.
- If arriving in a group, plan to enter together through either the Connecticut Avenue or Harvard Street pedestrian entrances.
Special Events & Promotions
- This is an adults-only (21+) Halloween party.
- Zoo members save 15% on admission and may buy up to six discounted tickets plus up to six additional tickets at the general admission rate per order.
- Member ticket sales begin August 20, one week before general-public sales begin August 27.
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
Do guests need an ID to enter?
Yes, every guest must show a valid ID for entry regardless of age.
Which animal exhibits can guests visit during the party?
Guests have evening access to the Reptile Discovery Center and Great Cats exhibits.
What is included with admission?
Each ticket covers admission, live entertainment, and unlimited drinks from pop-up bars. Food trucks and flash tattoos cost extra.
Can tickets be refunded if plans change?
No, tickets to the event are strictly nonrefundable.
Are costumes required?
Costumes are encouraged but optional, provided they adhere to park safety guidelines prohibiting full masks and weapons.
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