Zoo Boo

Celebrate fall festivities at the Zoo during Zoo Boo, Sept. 29-Oct. 31. Costumes are encouraged. 

Celebrate fall festivities at the Zoo during Zoo Boo presented by King & Spalding. Costumes are encouraged, and guests will have plenty of favorites to experience, including visiting our Carved Pumpkins sponsored by Frost Bank, Giant Pumpkin, and inflatable pumpkins. Don’t miss our Pumpkin Lantern Tunnel between the lions and tiger exhibits, our spooktacular Scary-Go-Round, photo ops all over the Zoo, and much more!

Zoo Boo: Hours are 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; last entry at 4 p.m. 

Highlights include: 

• NEW Jack-o’-lantern Tree sponsored by Proud Source Water
• NEW Animal-themed Peek-a-Boo Pumpkins and Happy Harvest photo op sponsored by Texas Children’s Hospital
• Pumpkin Arch photo op at Reflection Pool
• Daily fall-themed enrichment for our animals (View our Daily Schedule)
• And so much more!

Zoo Boo After Hours:
Every Friday during Zoo Boo, 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.