October 14, 16-18, 23-25, and 30

6:30-9:30 p.m.

Zootacular, presented by Veridian Credit Union, is when Halloween comes alive at the Zoo. Explore glowing pathways, trick-or-treat stations, live entertainment, after-hours animal encounters, and unforgettable family fun after dark.
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Don't forget, Zoo members receive a 20% discount on admission!

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Choose Your ZooTACULAR Experience

Enjoy an unforgettable night at Zootacular your way. Choose from General Admission, upgrade your night with Family VIP, or make your evening extra special with a private Ghouly Iglooze experience.​
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Don't forget, members save 20% on admission.
General Admission
Trick-or-Treating at Zootacular
Your ticket to Halloween magic! Explore the Zoo after dark, trick-or-treat your way along Treat Street, enjoy live entertainment, and discover glowing pathways filled with festive surprises around every corner.​​
Members
20% OFF
Adults (ages 12+)  $20
Children (ages 3+)  $12
non-members
Adults (ages 12+) $25
Children (ages 3+) $15
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Ghouly Iglooze
Family in Ghouly Iglooze at Zootacular
Gather your favorite ghouls in a fully furnished private igloo for up to six guests, complete with a personal igloo attendant and an exclusive preorder menu. Make it your cozy home base for the night.
Members
20% OFF
$240 per Igloo
non-members
$300 per Igloo
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FAMILY VIP
Family at Zootacular
Make your Zootacular night even more magical with Family VIP. Starting at 4:30 p.m., enjoy a delicious dinner, spirited Storytime, and hands-on Halloween crafts. Then explore Zootacular with exclusive early access at 6:15 p.m. before the event opens to General Admission guests.

Tickets are limited. Experience Zootacular at the Family VIP ticket level on October 16-17, 23-24, or 30.
Members
Adults (ages 12+)  $60
Children (ages 3+)  $52
non-members
Adults (ages 12+)  $65
Children (ages 3+)  $55
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PLAN YOUR NIGHT AT ZOOTACULAR

Step into a world of Halloween magic as glowing pathways sparkle with twinkling lights and festive décor. Along the way, enjoy fall-inspired bites and drinks, fill your bag on Treat Street, and be mesmerized by fire performers and magicians. Dance beneath the lights and end the evening with the thrill of exploring animal habitats after dark, creating a spectacle of wonder that brings out the kid in all of us.
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Grab sweets
down treat street
Delight your sweet tooth as you stroll down Treat Street, collecting candy from nine stations with your very own custom Zootacular bag.
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feel the heat
at the fire show
Make your way to Orangutan Oasis for a show-stopping fire performance that lights up the night, provided by the Omaha Circus Arts Fire Show.
Dance and Glow
beneath the surface
Head inside the Scott Aquarium Conference Center for a glow-in-the-dark dance party, then strike a pose at the photobooth to remember the night.
go on a fall
foodie adventure
Come hungry and make a night of it with dinner and treats the whole family will love. From the Monster Burger and chili dogs to Halloween Churro Bites and the Blue Sharks lemonade, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
halloween animal
encounters
Explore Mahoney Kingdoms of the Night with the lights on, participate in a Bat Talk, meet an Ambassador Animal at Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom Pavilion, and build an animal enrichment craft.
Meet the salem sisters
The Salem Sisters are ready to put a spell on your Zootacular night. Meet these Halloween-favorite characters, snap a photo together, and add a little extra mischief and magic to your evening.
SEE THE MAGIC
UNFOLD
Prepare to be amazed by Joe Cole’s Magic Show, where incredible illusions, surprising tricks, and plenty of Halloween fun take center stage.
Explore the Plaza
Adventure meets imagination! Step into the Wild Explorer VR pods for immersive 360° journeys alongside dinosaurs, sharks, and the diverse migratory species of Africa.
Unwind in the
Halloween HIDEAWAY (21+)
The kids aren’t the only ones getting a treat. Duck into Halloween Hideaway inside the Durham Lodge and Birthday House, an adults-only escape serving up spirited sips and mocktails with a splash of Halloween mischief. Consider this your reward for making it through Treat Street.
Boy Trick-or-Treating at Zootacular
Fire Show at Zootacular
Dance Party at Zootacular
Monster Burger | Food at Zootacular
Mahoney Kingdoms of the Night at Zootacular
Salem Sisters Photo Op at Zootacular
Joe's Magic Show at Zootacular
Wild Explorer VR at Zootacular
Halloween Hideaway Speakeasy at Zootacular

FAQS

Got questions? We've got answers! Here's what to expect.

Do members get free admission?
Does my daytime Zoo admission include access to Zootacular?
Can guests ages 12+ trick-or-treat?
Are there any costume rules or restrictions?
Which habitats and concessions are open?
Are allergy-friendly treats available?
Is the candy palm oil-free?
Does every ticket include a trick-or-treat bag?
Can I move my ticket?
If I lost my email ticket, what can I do?
What are the Ghouly Iglooze booking policies?