ZooBoo at the Indianapolis Zoo

Is regular October too humdrum, but haunted houses too creepy-crawly? Come to the Zoo for Halloween activities, amazing animals and pumpkins galore! ZooBoo is a fun family experience for itty-bitty ghouls and goblins as well as the bigger kids. October weather means active animals, colorful foliage and a new season to explore. Combine that with engaging, hands-free activities, spooktacular costumes and trick-or-treating, and you’ve got an unforgettable family tradition. Woo-hoo!

Best of all, ZooBoo is free for Zoo members and included with regular admission.

Zoo Boo 2022 Dates and Hours:

October 5-31, 2022

WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY & SUNDAY: 2-7 PM 

FRIDAY-SATURDAY: 2-9 PM 

Closed Monday and Tuesday

Pumpkin Town

The Bicentennial Pavilion is home to a whimsical village where Mayor Jack who keeps guests on their toes with his boo-worthy jokes! Professor Pumpkin leads mystifying science demonstrations for little witches and wizards at Pumpkin School. While snakes, cats and other not-so-scary creatures scurry in Jack’s Barn, you can also see Caretaker Kris’ collection of spooky skulls.

More ZooBoo Fun

• Meet Terra, a friendly witch, as she conjures up some Halloween magic at her cauldron
• NEW spooky décor throughout Zoo grounds featuring ghouls and a larger-than-life spider
• Trick-or-Treat Trail — including 7 treat stations in a NEW larger location in the Plains
• Adult Trick-or-Treat Trail  — Friday and Saturday from 5-8pm (while supplies last)
• Roller Ghoster — Indianapolis’ only roller coaster with a fun, Halloween twist!
• Round-Go-Merry — the carousel that moves in reverse. Open until 7pm.
• Spooktacular Train Ride — Enjoy a ride for a special view of the Zoo behind the scenes. Open until 7pm.
• Every Saturday from 4:30-7:30pm, meet ballerinas from Swan Lake by the Indianapolis Ballet