Zoo Boo
October 17 - 18, 2026
9:00AM - 3:00PM
Spooky Animal Fun
Costumes and critters
(The perfect combination)
Happy Howl-o-ween! Dress up like a cat, penguin or other favorite animal and then see that same real-life animal during Zoo Boo weekend. Wear a costume and join in the fun. Play ghostly games for treats. And look around the zoo for all our decorations.
Animals love pumpkins
(So do we)
Join us for a fun, fall-themed weekend as our animals experience special pumpkin enrichments. Animals enjoy fall treats and there's even a costume parade and dance party! Meet at the Picnic Pavilion at 10:15 a.m. and 1:15 p.m. to kick off the celebrations.
Pumpkin Carving
Underwater
Watch as divers carve pumpkins underwater in the Northwest Waters habitat of the Pacific Seas Aquarium at 11 a.m., and in the Lagoon habitat of the Tropical Reef Aquarium at 2 p.m.!
Zoo Boo Tickets
Pumpkin Carving Templates
Download for Free
Love animals? Then you’ll love our animal pumpkin carving templates! With easy and more difficult options, there’s something for everyone.
Free Pumpkin Templates
Thanks to our presenting sponsor
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