presents
The "World's Largest Halloween Party!"

October 8-10, 14-17, 21-24 and 28-30 
Enter from 5 until 8:30 p.m.

Be Seen. Not Scared.
If scary is no fun for your little one, then don’t miss the sweetest party in town. Join us for an evening of not-too-scary Halloween fun for the whole family with costumed characters and fanciful storybook scenes throughout the Zoo. Plus there’s trick-or-treating for kids 11 and under.

Ticket Prices and Locations

Special ticket required for guests age 3 and older

General Party Admission

Member Admission

NEW this year – Toyland

It’s where your favorite toys come to life – and they’re actually larger than life!

You’ll also enjoy: 

• Trick-or-treating for guests 11 and under! 

• Mumpkin the Giant Talking Pumpkin

• Land of OZ

• Pirate’s Cove

• Candyland

• Under the Sea

• Superhero City

• Ogre Swamp

• PNC Grow Up Great Storybook Land

• PNC Grow Up Great Learning Adventure - Oct. 22–23

• Meijer Virtual Playground - Oct.  28-30

• And more!

Party Plus

Enjoy the main Party festivities with basic Party admission. Special more thrilling experiences for the adventuresome are also available (fees and some restrictions apply).

Additional “adventure” attractions (same price for all guests):

• Dinosaurs!  - Featuring 16 life size, animatronic dinosaurs that move and roar. They’re impressive by day but even more thrilling by night - $4

• 4-D Ride with SpongeBob SquarePants™ - $4

• The Spooktacular Haunted Carousel - $2

• Journey to see the Headless Horseman. (TBD)

Important Details:   

• PLEASE NOTE: The Zoo closes early for the Halloween Party. Admission gates close at 3:00 p.m. (exit by 4:00 p.m.)

• Parking is $5 at the Zoo OR take advantage of free parking and shuttle bus service from Derby City Field.

• BRING YOUR OWN BAG! Kids! PLEASE help us be "green" this Halloween by bringing your own Trick-or-Treat Bag to the Zoo for this event.

• The HerpAquarium will be open during the Party.

• Animals: For their health and safety most of the Zoo animal exhibits are not guaranteed to be open beyond dusk with the exception of the HerpAquarium.

• Costumes / Masks: Kids are encouraged to wear costumes but they are certainly not required.  Adults may also wear costumes but we ask that they be family-friendly (not scary). And since this event caters to small children we must require that adults NOT wear masks that cover the face.

• Road Closings: The following road closings begin at 4 p.m. on event days: Illinois Ave. from Trevilian Way to Taylor Ave., Russell and Grenade. There will also be signs posted for no parking on Illinois Ave. from Trevilian Way to Taylor Ave., Russell, Grenade, Ridgefield, Tycoon and Oak Hill.

• Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about the Halloween Party.

Special dates to note:

October 22 & 23: PNC Grow Up Great Mobile Learning Adventure will be at the Zoo front entrance to take a free photo of your child in costume.

October 28 - 30: Meijer Mobile Virtual Playground will greet kids at the Zoo front entrance for an extra special treat before you enter the Halloween Party.

Sponsored by

Contributing Sponsors

Councilman   Jim King   District 10
Kentucky State Fair Board	White Lion the Movie	Carnes and Setzer Transportation

Additional Support

Dr. Kim Westerman Caring for your smile

Jason Philpott Hay Co.

Wolter Chiropractic

Halloween Party FAQs

General FAQs

Can you see the animals during "The World's Largest Halloween Party!" at the Louisville Zoo?

Most of the animals are off exhibit according to their regular night time schedules. The HerpAquarium is open during the event.

Is the Halloween Party held on Halloween night?

No, the last night of the party is October 30. We are closed on Halloween night.

Do kids have to wear costumes?

Kids are encouraged to wear costumes but they are certainly not required.

Can adults wear costumes?

Adults may also wear costumes but we ask that they be family friendly (not scary). And since this event caters to small children, adults may NOT wear masks that cover the face.

Are there any discount tickets available anywhere?

Yes, advance discount tickets ($6.50) will be available at participating area Meijer stores beginning September 20. A list of participating stores can be found elsewhere on this page.

Where is the free parking and shuttle area?

The free parking and shuttle area is located at Derby City Field off Taylor Avenue. (Parking at the Zoo is $5 per car)

How long do the free shuttles run?

Shuttles start about 15 minutes prior to the beginning of the event and they don’t stop until the last car leaves the parking lot. Shuttles are handicapped accessible and can handle strollers and wagons.

Will the train be running?

No, the Zoo train will not be running during the Halloween Party. 

What other rides and attractions will be available and when can we ride them?

The Carousel will be running during the party. ($2.00 per person.) The 4-D Ride will be operating pending crowd size ($4 per person). Dinosaurs! will be open ($4 per person) and there will be a journey to see the Headless Horseman (price TBD). No ride packages are available during this event.

Is the Halloween Party cancelled if it rains?

No, the party goes on rain or shine.

What are the busiest nights/when is the best time to come to the Party?

Generally speaking the busiest nights are Fridays and Saturdays. The least busy nights are Thursdays and Sundays. All nights tend to get busier closer to the end of the month.

Do any of the treats you give out contain peanuts?

None of the products we give out contain peanuts but some of them are made in facilities that process peanuts.

FAQs About Trick-or-Treating

Can adults trick-or-treat?

Trick-or-treating is for kids 11 and under, so adults cannot trick-or-treat.

How many times can we go through the treat route?

You may go through the trick-or-treat route one time.

Should children bring their own trick-or-treat bags?

Yes, please help us be green and bring your own bags. A limited number of bags will be available in the gift shop tent for 25 cents each (while supplies last) if you forget your bag.
 

FAQs About Zoo Members and Halloween

Do Zoo Members get into the party free? 

Zoo Members (and those covered under their membership) may enter free on these select nights (Oct. 8-10, 14-17) and must purchase half price tickets for other nights.

Can Zoo Members bring a guest?
Where do members buy guest tickets and how much are they?

For guests not covered under the membership, tickets are sold at the Membership tent for $8 the night of the event or you can purchase advance discount tickets at participating area Meijer stores beginning September 20.

Is there a separate Zoo Member entrance?

Zoo members come in the main gate with other ticket holders and should be prepared to show their membership card and ID.

LOUISVILLE ZOO * 1100 TREVILIAN WAY, LOUISVILLE KY 40213

BETTERING THE BOND BETWEEN PEOPLE AND OUR PLANET