Saint Louis Zoo - Boo at the Zoo
Dates: October 10-30, 2024
Time: Nightly, 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
People of all ages can enjoy festive decorations, entertainers, specialty food and drinks, and more at the Saint Louis Zoo's nighttime, non-scary Halloween experience.
Please note, this is not a trick-or-treating event.
Price:
Oct. 10-13
Members (age 2+): $12 | Non-Members (age 2+): $15
Oct. 14 (Sensory-Friendly Night)
Members (age 2+): $10 | Non-Members (age 2+): $10
Oct. 15-17
Members (age 2+): $10 | Non-Members (age 2+): $13
Oct. 18-30
Members (age 2+): $12 | Non-Members (age 2+): $15
Free for children ages 0-1. Free parking is available at both Zoo parking lots during the event. The Zoo closes for all guests at 4 p.m. Doors re-open at 5 p.m. for the ticketed event.
High demand is expected, and popular dates may sell out quickly. Tickets may be purchased online the night of the event (based on ticket availability). Tickets are valid only for the day and time noted. Tickets are not refundable or transferable.
Free with Admission:
4D Theater, featuring "Happy Family 4D"
Additional Attractions Open:
Zooline Railroad ($3.95 for members; $4.95 for non-members); weather permitting
Wild Explorer VR Experience ($5 for all guests), featuring:
"Gorilla Trek"
"The Great Migration"
"Jinxed" (Note: Some spooky subject matter may not be appropriate for all ages.)
Group Discounts:
Groups of 15 or more may receive a discounted rate on tickets when purchased and paid for at least eight days prior to your visit date. To purchase group tickets, please call (314) 646-4781, or visit the Group Ticket Desk at the North Entrance from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Costume Policy:
Costume masks and face paint/makeup that conceal the whole face are not permitted on guests 14 and older. Scary costumes are not permitted. Costume appropriateness is up to the discretion of Zoo Security. Click here to read our full Costume Policy.
Sensory-Friendly Night
Monday, Oct 14, is Sensory-Friendly Night for neurodivergent guests with sensory sensitivities. This special night will mirror the traditional Boo at the Zoo experience, but also includes sensory maps, quiet areas and trained Zoo staff to assist individuals with sensory sensitivities.
Sensory-Friendly Night is sponsored by Mastercard.
2024 sponsors:
SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital
Mid America Chevy Dealers
Prairie Farms Dairy
Wells Fargo
Caleres
The Goddard School
To inquire about event sponsorship opportunities, please email sponsorship@stlzoo.org.