Zoo Boo! Presented by PNC Bank
Enjoy FREE trick-or-treating, pumpkin spice, and everything nice at San Antonio Zoo during the Halloween season for Zoo Boo!, presented by PNC Bank. This family-friendly, non-scary Halloween celebration opens daily from September 21 to October 31, inviting visitors to enjoy a varied lineup of activities and attractions, including daily FREE trick-or-treating. This year, visitors can also look forward to encountering GIANT animatronic bugs, offering an exciting chance to come face to face with larger-than-life moving creatures like bees, butterflies, spiders, dung beetles, praying mantises, and scorpions. These animatronic marvels provide perfect photo opportunities as you trick or treat, adding another layer of fun to the festivities.
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! Each weekend, immerse yourself in a distinct thematic experience, such as Medieval Times (September 21-22), Western Weekend (September 28-29), Superhero Days (October 5-6), Mystery Monster Weekend (October 12-13), and Decade Dress Up Weekend (October 19-20). In addition to themed weekends, Zoo Boo! features delightfully themed realms, including the Scarecrow Station at Train Depot, Creepy Crawlers in NEOTROPICA, Dia De Los Muertos in Zootenial Plaza, and more!
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.
• 9/28-/9/29 - Western Weekend
• 10/5-10/6 - Superhero Weekend
• 10/12-10/13 - Cryptid Weekend
• 10/19-10/20 - Decade Dress up Weekend
• Animal Ambassador Encounters
Wednesday to Sunday Activations:
• Cowboy Welcome Party: 9:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
• Roaming Entertainment: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
• Mini Monster Mash: 2:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
• Costume Contest: 3:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Weekend Activations:
• Vulture Chat
• Flying Fox Chat
• Snake Chat
Additional Saturday Activations:
• DJ Mayhem: 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
• Roaming Characters: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Día de Los Muertos
November 1-2, 2024
9am-5pm
Themed activities located at Zootenial
This year's event also features delectable seasonal treats, including a range of signature cocktails like the Ghoulish Margarita and Witches Brew, alongside unique food items such as Zombie Brains, Specialty Popcorn, and an Instagram-worthy Witches Ice Cream.
Zoo Boo! is included with Standard Admission and is FREE for San Antonio Zoo Members, making it an ideal family outing this fall. Not a Member? For just $38, the cost of an Adult Any Day Admission Ticket, you can enjoy a year of thrilling adventures at the zoo with when you Pay for a Day and Get a Year Free. This includes unlimited visits, access to the newly announced Naylor Savanna – opening in October, and exciting events like Zoo Boo!, Zoo Lights, and 2025's Spring and Summer Attractions. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to create unforgettable memories; purchase your tickets today and embark on a year-long journey of wild fun at San Antonio Zoo!
ZOO BOO! FAQs
WHEN DOES TRICK-OR-TREATING TAKE PLACE?
FREE Trick-or-Treating will take place during the last hour of zoo operations.
Sunday – Friday 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Saturday 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
CAN I WEAR A HALLOWEEN MASK?
Halloween masks are only permitted for children under the age of 12.
DOES THE ZOO PROVIDE TRICK-OR-TREATING BAGS?
Guests are encouraged to be “green” and bring their own bag for trick-or-treating. San Antonio Zoo will offer reusable, eco-friendly trick-or-treat bags for purchase at the 4D theatre bar!
ARE ANY OF THE ZOO BOO! ACTIVITIES AN ADDITIONAL FEE?
Yes, the Pick a Pumpkin is an additional charge during Zoo Boo!
IS THE CANDY THAT IS BEING HANDED OUT ECO-FRIENDLY?
Palm oil is used in everyday items, including shampoo, potato chips, and candy. While it helps to make our soap bubblier and our food taste better, it can affect rainforest ecosystems and the animals that call them home. To help orangutans and their neighbors, San Antonio Zoo only provides candy containing palm oil from sustainable sources. Thanks for helping us protect wildlife around the world!
TRICK-OR-TREATING SAFETY GUIDELINES
To make trick-or-treating safe for our guests and Zoo Crew during Zoo Boo!, we have implemented the following safety guidelines for our guests participating in trick or treating.
Guests will be required to form single-file lines when waiting to receive candy at our trick or treat stations throughout the zoo.
All guests participating in Zoo Boo! trick or treating are encouraged to have a bag with them for Zoo Crew to place candy in.
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
