Boo at the Zoo

2025 Boo at the Zoo Dates:
October 18, 19, 25 & 26
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

It’s time for Boo at the Zoo!

Wake the Komodo dragon, gila monster, and hooded vultures!

Zoo Atlanta’s Boo at the Zoo is Atlanta’s favorite fun family Halloween festival! During the last two weekends of October from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., enjoy trick or treating, plenty of photo opportunities, themed entertainment and activities, costumed characters, and so much more. Costumes are welcome.

Boo at the Zoo is about creating special memories with the family, not necessarily to bring home the biggest haul of candy. Come for the candy but stay for the fun! This event is rain-or-shine; however, some activities may be delayed or canceled due to rain.

Boo at the Zoo is FREE for Zoo Atlanta Members and children under 3; FREE with general admission.
Zoo Atlanta Members do not require a timed reservation for Boo at the Zoo.

Entertainment & activities

Available 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. unless otherwise noted.

• Kids’ Trick or Treat Lane: Visit booths along Trick or Treat Lane for some scary good treats! Kids can expect to visit about a dozen treat stations, collecting one piece of candy at each while supplies last. Note to grown-ups: trick-or-treating is complimentary and designed for the kids.
• Kids’ Craft: Get into the spirit with a fun, Halloween-themed craft while supplies last.
• Carnival Games: Try your luck for a petrifying prize at our carnival games.
• “The Missing Mayor” Train Ride: Take a train ride to help us look for Boo Town’s missing Mayor! Purchase of a Rides ticket required. Themed train rides run from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Family-Friendly Performances: To be announced!
• Strolling Characters: You’ll never know who you’ll run into! Keep an eye out for special characters roaming around the Zoo from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Perfect for a photo-op!

The Scare Factor

• Decorations: Boo at the Zoo décor includes mostly friendly spooks!
• Costume Guidelines: While we encourage creativity, we also value safety, good judgment, and animal welfare. Please take a moment to read over our latest rules and regulations on our website.