Zoo Boo! presented by PNC
Enjoy FREE trick-or-treating, pumpkin spice, and everything nice at San Antonio Zoo during the Halloween season for Zoo Boo!, Presented by PNC. Guests can enjoy trick-or-treating, engaging entertainment, animal encounters, fall-flavored food and drinks, and special themed weekends that guarantee a memorable visit each time!
In keeping with our commitment to wildlife preservation, the candy distributed during trick-or-treating is eco-friendly, containing sustainably sourced palm oil. This initiative supports rainforest ecosystems and the animals that rely on them, like orangutans, making your visit both fun and impactful.
What to Expect
Saturdays: Saturdays will be filled with entertainment. We will have a DJ and other activities at the Great Lawn.
Decorations: The entire zoo will be transformed with family-friendly Halloween décor.
Event Entertainment Schedule
Zoo Boo!, Presented by PNC comes alive with music, contests, cultural showcases, and themed activities every weekend. Check out the full lineup of DJs, performances, craft times, costume contests, and Halloween-day spectacles below.
September 27
DJ Danniel | 1–5 pm | Great Lawn
October 4
HS – Craft Time | 11:30 am–12:30 pm | Great Lawn
Trick-or-Treating | 4–5 pm
October 5
Zenshin Daiko | 10–10:15 am | Great Lawn
Zenshin Daiko | 11–11:15 am | Great Lawn
October 11
DJ Mayhem | 1–5 pm | Great Lawn
HS – Craft Time | 11:30 am–12:30 pm | Great Lawn
Trick-or-Treating | 4–5 pm
October 12
DJ Mayhem | 1–5 pm | Great Lawn
October 13
Vogue Cosmology | 2–2:30 pm | Great Lawn
DJ Mayhem | 1–5 pm | Great Lawn
HS – Craft Time | 11:30 am–12:30 pm | Great Lawn
Trick-or-Treating | 4–5 pm
October 19 (Dog Day)
Paws for Big Hearts | 9 am–5 pm | Zootennial
Animal Blessing League | 11 am–12 pm | Great Lawn
DJ Mayhem | 1–5 pm | Great Lawn
Dog Costume Contests | 12–2 pm | Great Lawn
Trick-or-Treating | 4–5 pm | Go Wild
October 25 (Member Appreciation Day)
Member Lounge | All Day | Hippo Overlook
Popcorn Vouchers | 10 am with Savanna & 3 pm with Cowboy | Hippo Overlook
The Skeleton Crew | 10 am – 2 pm | Great Lawn
Craft Time w/ Hype Squad | 11:30 am – 12:30 pm | Great Lawn
Pictures with Savanna & Cowboy | 10 – 10:30 am | Hippo Overlook
Caricatures | 1 – 3 pm | Hippo Overlook
Slime Party | 11 am – 3 pm | Hippo Overlook
Pictures with Savanna & Cowboy | 3 – 3:30 pm | Hippo Overlook
DJ Mayhem | 3 – 9 pm | Great Lawn
Trick-or-Treating | 4 – 5 pm | Great Lawn
October 26
DJ Mayhem | 1–5 pm | Great Lawn
October 31 (Halloween Night)
Hype Squad Craft Time | 11:30 am–12:30 pm | Great Lawn
Slime Party | 2:00 am–5:00 pm | Great Lawn
DJ Mayhem | 3 –5pm
Costume Parade | 3:00–3:30 pm | Great Lawn
Glow in the Dark Bubble Party | 5–9 pm | Great Lawn
Trick-or-Treating | 4-5 pm & 7–9 pm | Zoo Grounds
New In 2025
• Booterfly Tree – Capture dazzling memories at this magical tree filled with giant sparkling butterflies.
• Día de los Muertos Plaza – This reimagined festive space is filled with larger-than-life sugar skull themed zoo animals.
• John & Greli Less Spider Rainforest – Brave this all-new creepy crawly experience and come face-to-face with an assortment of real-life spiders and gothic butterflies. (additional fee required)
FREE Trick-or-Treat
• Candy: Palm-oil-free treats will be handed out, continuing our commitment to conservation.
• Hours: Daily from 4–5 pm, September 20 – October 30.
• Halloween Hours: Extended hours and special activities on Halloween night, Friday, October 31, with the zoo open until 9 pm.
Special Events
• Dog Day – October 19: Doggy costume contest plus one hour of dog trick-or-treating.
• Member Appreciation Night – October 25: Entertainment for all with extra perks just for members.
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