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Saturday, October 4th

Schedule updated each morning before we open at 9 a.m. Meet the Keeper Talks are sponsored by CenterPoint Energy Foundation.

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Oh my Gourd! Zoo Boo is Back!
September 26, 2025

Hey witches and wizards, it’s time to get your favorite costumes ready and get your spook on with Zoo Boo presented by King & Spalding! We’ll have many fan favorites and new additions,…

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