Trick-or-Treat Nights

October 24, 25, 26 & 27

  5:30PM - 8:30PM

Bring the kiddos to the zoo for a night of trick-or-treating fun! Adults and children are encouraged to dress up in their best costume. Guests can enjoy one free carousel ride included with their ticket and animal meet and greets. Don’t forget your trick-or-treat bag. Adults 21+ can visit Zoo Brew during the event for drink specials.

Entertainment

October 24
5:30PM – 8:30PM: Andrew Scharff – Stilt Walker
5:30PM – 8:30PM: Danielle and Jennifer

October 25
5:30PM – 8:30PM: Danielle and Jennifer

October 26

5:30PM – 8:30PM: Andrew Scharff – Stilt Walker
5:30PM – 8:30PM: Danielle and Jennifer

October 27
5:30PM – 8:30PM: Andrew Scharff – Stilt Walker
5:30PM – 8:30PM: Danielle and Jennifer

Our indoor exhibits Habitat HQ and Trail of the Jaguar will be open. Please note: Since this is an after-hours event, many animals will be sleeping or inside for the night.

Carousel will close at 8:30PM. One ride per visitor.

OUR POLICY: NO REFUNDS. THIS IS A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT.

ELMWOOD PARK ZOO HAS THE RIGHT TO CANCEL, CHANGE, OR POSTPONE ANY PROGRAM/EVENT. IN THE EVENT THAT THE ZOO CANCELS THE PROGRAM/EVENT, TICKET HOLDERS WILL BE CONTACTED DIRECTLY.

Interested in Volunteering?

We have many volunteer opportunities throughout the fall season to help with our themed events (Boo at the Zoo or Trick-or-Treat Nights).  Volunteering positions include helping guests with crafts, giving out treats, assisting photo opportunities, and many other tasks. Everyone who volunteers will be entered into a raffle to win a chance to feed our porcupine Pokey or catch our black vulture Hoover as part of a flight demonstration. Please click the button below to fill out our volunteer application.

Interested in Becoming a Vendor?

We are in search of organizations a businesses that would love to help out at our fall events! Vendors are welcome to set up a table in the zoo and handout palm oil-free candy or one non-food item. We encourage sponsors to also bring a toddler friendly option, such as pretzels, crackers, or a non-food item for families with younger kids or allergies.