Zoo Boo Details
Celebrate fall festivities at the Zoo during Zoo Boo presented by LyondellBasell. Costumes are strongly encouraged, and guests will have plenty of favorites to experience, including visiting our Giant Pumpkin presented by LyondellBasell and the Carved Pumpkins sponsored by Frost Bank. Don’t miss our Pumpkin Lantern Tunnel between the lions and tiger exhibits, our spooktacular Scary-Go-Round sponsored by Texas Children’s Hospital, photo ops all over the Zoo, and much more!
Zoo Boo Dates: October 1-31
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., last entry at 4:00 p.m.
NEW THIS YEAR:
- Glowing lights in the Bug House during the day and during Zoo Boo After Hours
- Spooky themed lights in African Forest
- An interactive dance floor inside the John P. McGovern Children’s Zoo during Zoo Boo After Hours
Zoo Boo After Hours
Every Friday night in October, we’re extending our hours until 8:30 p.m. to give guests the opportunity to experience Zoo Boo after hours. As the sun goes down, Zoo Boo begins to glow. This event is included with general admission and is FREE for members. Last entry at 7:00 p.m.
Upcoming dates and animal highlights:
- October 7 – Great Ape Gallery (chimps and gorillas)
- October 14 – Reptile & Amphibian House
- October 21 – South America’s Pantanal
- October 28 – Big Cats
Additional activities include a live ice carving at 7:00 p.m. and a dance party at our John P. McGovern Children’s Zoo.