Multiple US Zoos Host Annual Halloween 'Boo at the Zoo' Events

Several zoos across the United States are hosting Halloween-themed events this October, offering family-friendly activities including trick-or-treating, costume contests, and animal interactions. The Panaʻewa Rainforest Zoo & Gardens in Hawaiʻi will hold its third annual "Boo at the Zoo" on October 25-26, featuring free admission, treats, and a keiki costume contest. Similarly, the Maryland Zoo’s "Zoo BOO!" runs on weekends through Halloween and includes games, face painting, and animal ambassador visits. California’s CALM Zoo is celebrating its 20th Annual Boo at the Zoo from October 15-19, with activities tailored for toddlers, animal treats, and affordable admission. The Central Coast Zoo in Atascadero is hosting "Zoo Boo" on October 24-25, offering carnival games, a haunted maze, live music, and costume contests, with an emphasis on family-appropriate costumes and reusable trick-or-treat bags. These events emphasize safe, fun, and educational Halloween experiences for children and families in a zoo setting.