Zoo Boo 2022

Celebrate fall festivities at the Houston Zoo during Zoo Boo. (Photo courtesy of the Houston Zoo)

Celebrate fall festivities at the Houston 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 a.m.-5 p.m. Last entry at 4 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.

Every Friday night in October, Zoo Boo hours are extended 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. (Photo courtesy of the Houston Zoo)

Zoo Boo After Hours:
Every Friday night in October, Zoo Boo hours are extended 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 p.m.