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OCTOBER 13 – 15, 20 – 22, & 27 – 29

Members Only | 9AM – 10AM
General Admission | 10AM – 5PM

Zoo Goes Boo is coming back bigger than ever! Watch as the Zoo transforms into the ultimate Halloween destination decked out with decorations, twisted treat stations, and of course, amazing animals! There will be magicians, jugglers, music, and more. Even your favorite villains can’t stay away! This is a can’t miss trick-or-treating event for families.

EVENT DETAILS

Rotating Villain Meet-and-Greets
Trick-or-Treat stations
Strolling entertainment
Animal experiences throughout the day
Face Painting

*Please note, character rotations occur throughout the day; due to breaks specific character meetings are not guaranteed. 

John Ball Zoo

Zoo Goes Boo

Fri, October 20, 2023 - Sun, October 22, 2023
10:00am - 5:00pm

Event Info:

OCTOBER 13 – 15, 20 – 22, & 27 – 29

Members Only | 9AM – 10AM
General Admission | 10AM – 5PM

Zoo Goes Boo is coming back bigger than ever! Watch as the Zoo transforms into the ultimate Halloween destination decked out with decorations, twisted treat stations, and of course, amazing animals! There will be magicians, jugglers, music, and more. Even your favorite villains can’t stay away! This is a can’t miss trick-or-treating event for families.

EVENT DETAILS

Rotating Villain Meet-and-Greets
Trick-or-Treat stations
Strolling entertainment
Animal experiences throughout the day
Face Painting

*Please note, character rotations occur throughout the day; due to breaks specific character meetings are not guaranteed. 

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