Zoo Atlanta hosts Boo at the Zoo for two weekends in October. Kids come dressed in costumes for a not-so-scary Halloween festival during the day. Families enjoy games, dancing and get to trick-or-treat all while seeing animals. 

A few tips before you go:

• Children may get one piece of candy per station (about 12 in all). 
• Parents can wear costumes but keep them kid-friendly. 
• The second weekend is busier than the first. ​

Enjoy trick or treating, plenty of photo opportunities, themed entertainment and activities, costumed characters, and so much more. Costumes are welcome. This event is rain-or-shine; however, some activities may be delayed or canceled due to rain. 

Boo at the Zoo is FREE for Zoo Atlanta Members and children under 3; FREE with general admission. 

Zoo Atlanta Members do not require a timed reservation for Boo at the Zoo. 

Entertainment & activities

Available 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. unless otherwise noted.

Kids’ Trick or Treat Lane: Visit booths along Trick or Treat Lane for some scary good treats! Kids can expect to visit about a dozen treat stations, collecting one piece of candy at each while supplies last. Note to grown-ups: trick-or-treating is complimentary and designed for the kids. 

Kids’ Craft: Get into the spirit with a fun, Halloween-themed craft while supplies last.  

Carnival Games: Try your luck for a petrifying prize at our carnival games. 

“The Missing Mayor” Train Ride: Take a train ride to help us look for Boo Town’s missing Mayor! Purchase of a Rides ticket required. Themed train rides run 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.  

Family-Friendly Performances: To be announced! 

Strolling Characters: You’ll never know who you’ll run into! Keep an eye out for special characters roaming around the Zoo from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Perfect for a photo-op! 
 

The Scare Factor

Decorations: Boo at the Zoo décor includes mostly friendly spooks!   
Costume Guidelines: Please take a moment to read over the zoo's latest rules and regulations on their website.