Festive Fun
Fall Festival Field features carnival games, bounce houses, dance parties, a corn pit and more. The Howl-O-Ween Hayride takes riders on a trip through the Zoo’s backroads to discover magical scenes. Trick-or-treat around the Zoo trail and uncover favorite treats made with sustainable palm oil. Enjoy special animal, science and magic shows, and grab a photo with a princess, superhero or villain. Visit the Frightful Farm to take a Dying Traditions home tour or brave the Haunted Barn.
Tickets
Tickets go on sale September 4 at approximately 10:00 am.
$19 - Adults & Teens
$14 - Children ages 2-12
Children under age 2 are free
Members save $2 per ticket!
Buy Tickets!
Please note, tickets are required for ALL guests including kids under 2, valid for selected night only and are transferable person-to-person. Tickets include the carousel and hayride, but the zip line is an additional fee. No refunds or rainchecks.
Flex Ticket
Good for any non-Saturday night!
Zoo Members: $13
Non-members: $16
Buy Flex tickets
Saturday+ Ticket
Select one Saturday night to attend!
Zoo Members: $14
Non-members: $17
Children under age 2: Free
Should you not be able to attend on your selected Saturday, your ticket will be valid for one use on any remaining non-Saturday event night.
Buy Saturday+ tickets
Know Before You Go
Most animals go to bed early, but a few favorites like to stay up late. You can see Andean bears and Sumatran tigers until 6:30 pm, and antelope, zebra, ostrich and flamingos until 8:30 pm.
Kids can expect to visit about a dozen treat stations, collecting 1-2 pieces of candy at each. Bring your favorite reusable bag or container to trick-or-treat! Please note, trick-or-treating is intended for children only.
All Saturdays and the last weekend of Boo at the Zoo is certainly the busiest. Regardless of which day you come, arrive early! Gates will open at 5 p.m.
Boo at the Zoo is rain or shine. In the event of rain, some activities may be delayed or canceled.
There will be food and beverages available for purchase, but you are welcome to bring in outside food and drink.
After dark, some areas may be scary for young children. Your event guide (available upon entry) will provide more guidance.
Adults are welcome to dress for the occasion but should avoid masks and scary costumes. Costumes are up to Zoo security's discretion.
Animals You'll See
Most animals go to bed early, but a few favorites like to stay up late. You can see Andean bears and Sumatran tigers until 6:30 pm, and antelope, zebra, ostrich and flamingos until 8:30 pm.
Trick-or-Treating
Kids can expect to visit about a dozen treat stations, collecting 1-2 pieces of candy at each. Please note, trick-or-treating is intended for children only.
Beat the Crowds
The last weekend of Boo at the Zoo is certainly the busiest. Regardless of which day you come, arrive early! Gates will open at 5 p.m.
Plan for the Weather
Boo at the Zoo is rain or shine. In the event of rain, some activities may be delayed or canceled.
Food & Drink
There will be food and beverages available for purchase, but you are welcome to bring in outside food and drink.
The Scare Factor
After dark, some areas may be scary for young children. Your event guide (available upon entry) will provide more guidance.
Adult Costumes - Be Merry, Not Scary
Adults are welcome to dress for the occasion but should avoid masks and scary costumes. Costumes are up to Zoo security's discretion.
Supported By
Apex Moving and Storage
Civil Constructors
Dr. J. J. Wendel Plastic Surgery
MetroPCS
The Goddard School
Become a Sponsor
Interested in having your company involved with Boo at the Zoo? Email sponsorship@nashvillezoo.org to learn about our corporate package.