by Wildlife Conservation Society
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A family-friendly Halloween celebration at the Bronx Zoo with costume-friendly activities and themed fun spread across the park, included with regular admission.
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| Monday | 10 AM – 5 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM – 5 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM – 5 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM – 5 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM – 5 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM – 5:30 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM – 5:30 PM |
October weekends/fall season; check schedule
Included with Bronx Zoo admission (Flex pricing; kids 3–12 from $27.70, adults from $37.70, under 2 free)
Open daily. Pick a date to add it to your plans.
Ages 2–12.
Included with Bronx Zoo admission (Flex pricing; kids 3–12 from $27.70, adults from $37.70, under 2 free)
Sunday: 10 AM–5:30 PM · Monday: 10 AM–5 PM · Tuesday: 10 AM–5 PM · Wednesday: 10 AM–5 PM · Thursday: 10 AM–5 PM · Friday: 10 AM–5 PM · Saturday: 10 AM–5:30 PM. October weekends/fall season; check schedule
2300 Southern Boulevard, 10460, in Bronx Park, the Bronx.
No. Boo at the Zoo is outdoors, so plan for weather, sunscreen and water.
Tickets are handled by Wildlife Conservation Society: bronxzoo.com, or call (718) 220-5100.
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