Boo at the Zoo

Dates for 2026

Oct. 10 - 11, 17 - 18, 24 - 25 & 31
11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Ticket sales close at 6 p.m. each day. Entrance into the zoo after 6 p.m. will not be permitted.

Visit different themed areas across the zoo and enjoy classic fall games, character meet and greets, a mini corn maze, warm seasonal snacks and beverages, trick-or-treating and much more!

Perfect for all ages, Boo at the Zoo is a fall tradition you won’t want to miss.

Tickets on sale soon.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION for buying tickets

All guests (excluding infants) must have a ticket to enter, including free MEMBER observers. Tickets are available online and at the Akron Zoo box office. Tickets are not available at Acme Fresh Market stores.

Akron Zoo member and online discounts will appear once tickets have been added to your cart. Please make sure to log in and then continue to check-out to view your discount.

Ticket Definitions

Treater: Anyone who wishes to collect treats from each treat station, regardless of age.
Observer: Anyone, including members, visiting the zoo who does not wish to trick-or-treat.
Infant: Children under two who will NOT be trick-or-treating. Infants are the only guests who do not require a ticket.

Adults may come in costume. However, adults are prohibited from covering their faces with costume masks, mascot heads or face paint.

Teal Pumpkin Project

We offer non-food items for children with food allergies. Let the volunteers at the treat know that you're a Teal Pumpkin participant, and they'll have a special treat just for you!