Far from the gory, adult-focused haunted houses found elsewhere in the city, the Bronx Zoo’s event focuses on "spooky-lite" fun. From daytime costume parades to a hay maze and pumpkin carving demonstrations, the event is designed for little goblins ages 3 to 12.
"We want kids to have that 'boo!' moment—that little shiver of excitement—but walk away loving animals," said a zoo educator. "The scariest thing we have here isn't a monster; it's the idea of losing more species."
Organizers recommend arriving early to snag a parking spot at the Southern Boulevard entrance and reminding parents that the zoo’s real animals—from the tigers to the lemurs—will be watching the costumed crowds with just as much curiosity. bronx boo at the zoo
A Spooky Stroll Through the Bronx: "Boo at the Zoo" Returns for Family-Friendly Frights
– The Wildlife Conservation Society’s Bronx Zoo is getting a haunted makeover this October, as the annual "Boo at the Zoo" event transforms the park into a Halloween wonderland for children and families. Far from the gory, adult-focused haunted houses found
However, the true highlight remains the Extinct Animal Graveyard —a whimsically spooky trail where children can meet "ghost" versions of animals that have vanished from the earth, such as the dodo bird and the passenger pigeon, all while learning about modern conservation efforts.
Boo at the Zoo runs weekends through October. For ticket prices and times, visit bronxzoo.com. "The scariest thing we have here isn't a
While the daytime hours are filled with treat stations and not-so-scary animal encounters, the zoo ramps up the atmosphere on select evenings with a "Jack-O'-Lantern Safari," where thousands of carved pumpkins light the pathways leading to the sea lion pool.