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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.

Forget the sugar rush—this is all about the wildlife rush! Boo at the Zoo weekends (typically running throughout October) feature a packed schedule of activities included with your admission ticket (and some special ticketed experiences). bronx boo at the zoo

From the Costume Parade to professional pumpkin carvers, the weekends in October are packed with spooky fun. Plus, don't miss the Haunted Safari if you're brave enough! 👻 Far from the gory, adult-focused haunted houses found

"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." Boo at the Zoo weekends (typically running throughout

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.

(Visual Idea: Photo of kids in costumes in front of the Sea Lion pool or a pumpkin carving display) Caption: 🎃🦁 It’s the most wonderful time of the year… for monsters and mammals! The Bronx Zoo’s Boo at the Zoo is back.

To make the most of your Bronx Boo at the Zoo experience, here are a few tips and tricks to keep in mind: