October 26, 27, 28, 29 & 30
Boo at the Zoo is Lincoln's largest trick-or-treat event. The entire family will love stopping at trick-or-treat booths to get candy, coupons, and more. All of the money raised during Boo at the Zoo directly supports the Zoo and its animals.
Evening Hours: Oct. 26 - 30
General Admission: 5:30 - 8:00 p.m.
VIP Early Access begins at 5:00 p.m.
Daytime Hours: Sunday, Oct. 26 Only
General Admission: 12:30 - 3:00 p.m.
VIP Early Access begins at 12:00 p.m.
Tickets on sale soon!
Member Early Access: Tuesday, September 23rd at 10 a.m.
Tickets on sale to the public: Thursday, September 25th at 10 a.m.
In preparation for Boo at the Zoo, the historic portion of the Zoo will be closed October 22 - November 1. The Zoo will close at 3:00 p.m. October 27, 28, 29 and 30 for Boo at the Zoo. The Zoo will be closed to day guests on October 26.
General Admission Tickets
- Lincoln Children's Zoo Members receive free entry to Boo at the Zoo, but must reserve a ticket.
- All tickets must be reserved in advance. No tickets will be available at the entrance gates during the event.
- All guests ages 2 and older require a ticket to attend.
- All guests who wish to trick-or-treat must purchase a treat bag. It is strongly encouraged to purchase treat bags in advance.
VIP Tickets
- Receive exclusive early entry to Boo at the Zoo 30 minutes prior to opening; 5:00 p.m. during evening hours or 12:00 p.m. during daytime hours.
- Enter via the VIP entrance line for quicker entry.
- All guests 2 and older require a ticket.
- All guests who wish to trick-or-treat must purchase a treat bag. It is strongly encouraged to purchase treat bags in advance.
To Receive Your Member Discount
During checkout, enter the e-mail address on your membership or member number to receive your discount. The discount is automatically applied after your membership information is entered.
Please note: All Boo at the Zoo tickets are non-refundable.
General Admission Tickets
Valid any night from 5:30 - 8:00 p.m. or 12:30 - 3:00 p.m. (Oct. 26th only)
| General Admission | Price |
|---|---|
|
Lincoln Children’s Zoo Member Valid any night. | FREE Members still need to reserve tickets to attend. |
|
Non-member Valid any night. | $7.95 |
|
Trick-or-Treat Bag Required for each member or non-member who would like to collect candy. | $3.75 |
| Train Ride | $3.00 |
VIP Tickets
Valid only for the night selected from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. or 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. (Oct. 26th only).
| VIP | Price |
|---|---|
|
Lincoln Children’s Zoo Member Only valid for the night selected. | $7.95 |
|
Non-member Only valid for the night selected. | $11.95 |
|
Trick-or-Treat Bag Required for each member or non-member who would like to collect candy. | $3.75 |
| Train Ride | $3.00 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who needs a ticket to Boo at the Zoo?
• Everyone ages 2 and up will need a ticket to attend Boo at the Zoo.
Can I purchase tickets when I arrive at Boo at the Zoo?
• No, all tickets must be purchased in advance. Tickets will not be available at the entrance gates during the event.
My ticket say 5:30 p.m. or 12:30 p.m., can I come anytime that day?
• Yes, general admission tickets are valid anytime between 5:30 - 8:00pm on Oct. 26-30 or between 12:30 - 3:00pm on Sunday, Oct. 26. Typically, things tend to slow down later in the evening, so if you want to avoid lines, later in the evening is the best way to do so.
Do adults need tickets if only the kids are collecting candy?
• Yes, everyone ages 2 and up will need admission tickets to enter Boo at the Zoo. Only those that want to collect candy need to purchase treat bags in addition to admission.
If we arrive at 8:00 p.m. will we still have time to see everything?
• Yes, the admission gates will close at 8:00 p.m. but the trick-or-treat booths will stay open until the last guest has passed their booth.
We are Zoo Members, can we just show our membership card instead of buying tickets?
• No, Zoo Members still need to reserve tickets in advance.
Do Omaha Zoo members receive a discount on Boo at the Zoo tickets?
No, members of other AZA accredited zoos, including the Omaha Zoo, do not receive a discount on Boo at the Zoo tickets.
