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Boo at the L.A. Zoo

Friday October 1, 2021 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Los Angeles Zoo5333 Zoo DriveLos Angeles CA 90027
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Description

This Halloween, let’s hear you howl!

The Halloween spirit is in full swing for 31 monstrous days this October, with special weekend entertainment and activities, including open-air live shows, special animal pumpkin feedings, themed photo ops, education stations, and much more. Costumes are encouraged! Daily fun through October 31, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. unless otherwise noted.

Spooky Stroll – Make your way down a mysterious path of hauntingly festive décor for some hair-raising photo ops.

Extinct Animal Graveyard – Honor dearly departed species and learn how you can help save at-risk wildlife today. 

The LAIR – Come face-to-face with rare snakes, poisonous frogs, and venomous lizards. No decorations required for this goose bump-inducing excursion!

Wild, Weird, and Wonderful Tour – Explore the Zoo to find wacky, creepy, or funny facts about some of your favorite animals and those that might be new to you.


Weekend Adventures

“Spooktacular Science” Show – Watch as a mad scientist conjures up spine-tingling experiments, bubbling potions, and other fun surprises in his spirited lab. Performances in Adventure Theater at 2:30 p.m.

“AbracaZoo!” – Magician Brandon Scott will present AbracaZoo! Take a step into the funny side of the twilight zone where prestidigitation and illusion will delight and amaze you. 

Green-Screen Photo Booth – Get a snap of yourself among some of our most Halloween-y critters. 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Creepy Craft – EEK! Make a creepy crawly spider web at our craft station, or take the supplies with you to assemble at home.

Creature Treats – Watch as our animal residents enjoy seasonal treats all their own. 

Education Stations – Stop by to learn some frightful facts that will delight and amaze.

  • California Critters – Discover the hauntingly amazing native wildlife of California by examining their bones and listening for their calls.  Some of these animals may even live in your neighborhood!
  • All the Better to Bite With! – Learn about the sharp teeth and fangs of carnivores – they’re frighteningly functional and have been inspiring monsters and ghouls for centuries! 
  • Fact or Fiction? – Animals are so awesome it’s scary! Can you tell which adaptation belongs to a fantastical beast and which two are real facts?


October 23/24 and 30/31 Only

Trick-or-treating, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. – Find treat stations throughout the Zoo, with palm oil-free treats and bags generously supplied by 99 Cents Only Stores! Available while supplies last.

Cost

Tickets starting at $17

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