Boo at the Zoo - Stone Zoo

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Venue:	Stone Zoo
Dates:	Sat, Sun from 10/19/24 - 10/20/24
Hours:	10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Ages:	Toddlers, Kids, Adults
In/Outdoor:	Outdoor
Cost:	$$ see below
Category:	Seasonal Fun

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Join us for this spooktacular celebration, where wild creatures and Halloween fun come together!

Wander through our animal habitats and collect terrifyingly tasty treats on our trick-or-treat trail, and get creative at our arts and craft stations.

The wildly popular “Boo at the Zoo” celebration at Stone Zoo offers several unique activities including a costume contest, arts and crafts stations, DJ and music, and photo ops with our costumed characters at the front entrance.

Don’t forget to stop by the Canopy Courtyard on Sunday, Oct. 20 for special storytelling sessions with local puppeteer, Big Joe the Storyteller!

This event is included with general Zoo admission. Event takes place rain or shine.

Keep an eye out—some of our animals might be getting into the spirit too! And don't forget to show off your Halloween style in our kids' costume contest!

Be sure to bring your own treat bags!

Thrills, chills, and animals lurk around every corner on the trick-or-treat trail, while other haunted happenings include mystery animal encounters, costume contests and a scavenger hunt with prizes!

As you explore the Zoo, be sure to meet with Zoo educators to learn about creepy crawly critters, as well as about the importance of purchasing treats made with sustainable palm oil this Halloween.

• Trick-or-treat trail
• Costume contests
• Mystery animals encounters
• Education Stations: Learn about a “Green Halloween” and the importance of purchasing treats made with sustainable palm oil.
• Animal enrichment
• Terrifyingly tasty treats, including mini cider donuts, caramel apples, and hot apple cider, are available for purchase at the Yukon Creek Cafe.

Throughout the day, guests can learn about the role enrichment plays here at the Zoo as they watch many of the animals receive pumpkins.

Learn about creepy crawly critters and the importance of purchasing treats made with sustainable palm oil and the importance of enrichment as you watch animals enjoy 'pumpkenrichment.'

Advance general admission tickets are required unless you are a Zoo member.

Find more pumpkin festivals and jack-o-lantern displays near you in our helpful guide to fall family fun.

And for a daily view of what's going on in Boston - visit our Boston Events Calendar any time of the year.

COST

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Varies by age - Purchase Tickets

WEBSITE

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www.zoonewengland.org/engage/boo-at-the-zoo/

LOCATION

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149 Pond Street, Stoneham, MA map
Phone: (617) 541-5466

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Looking for fall activities? In addition, you can find all sorts of family fun in our October events guide, as well as our handy guides to activities like Apple Picking and Corn Mazes near Boston. Enjoy the season!