Boo at the Zoo Returns This Fall
Get ready! Boo at the Zoo is just around the corner from October 23 - 27.
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.
Mark your calendars because tickets go on sale soon!
Zoo Members: September 15th, 10am
Non-Members: September 17th, 10am
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Hours
Evening: Oct. 23 - 27
General Admission: 5:30 - 8:00 p.m.
VIP Early Access begins at 5:00 p.m.
Daytime: Sunday, Oct. 25 Only
General Admission: 12:30 - 3:00 p.m.
VIP Early Access begins at 12:00 p.m.
Please note: The Zoo will be closed October 25 for Boo at the Zoo. The historic portion (everything past the train tracks) will be closed October 19 - 30 for preparation and clean-up.
Tickets
General Admission Tickets
Valid any night from 5:30 - 8:00 p.m. or 12:30 - 3:00 p.m. (Oct. 25th 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 |
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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. 25th only). VIP Tickets include early access to the event and access to a special VIP line from 5:30-8pm.
| 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 |
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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.
How many free general admission tickets am I allowed to reserve with my Zoo membership?
• Free member general admission tickets or discounted member VIP tickets may only be used for those included in your Zoo membership. If you have a +1 on your membership, you may purchase one additional member ticket. Example: If you have a Family Membership and a family of 5, two adults and three children, living in the same household, you may reserve 5 member tickets. If you have an Individual & Guest membership you may reserve 2 member tickets.
What is included with a VIP ticket?
• VIP Tickets include 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. VIP VIP tickets must be used for the evening they were reserved for.
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 says 5:30pm or 12:30pm, can I come anytime that day?
• Yes, general admission tickets are valid anytime between 5:30 - 8:00pm on Oct. 23, 24, 26, & 27 or between 12:30 - 3:00pm on Sunday, Oct. 25. 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.
How many treat bags do I need to purchase?
• Treat bags need to be purchased for everyone who wants to collect candy. Booths will only place candy, coupons and other items inside Boo at the Zoo treat bags.
If I have train rides on my membership, can I use those for Boo at the Zoo?
• No, Boo at the Zoo train rides must be purchased if you'd like to ride the train during the event. Please note: during events, the train only makes one lap around the track.
If we arrive at 8:00 p.m. will we still have time to see everything?
• Yes, the admission gates will close at 8:00pm 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.
