🎃 BOO! at the Zoo 2025

October 4 – 31 | TIME: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (daily)

Mark your calendars—our most anticipated fall celebration is back! From October 4 to October 31, join us for BOO! at the Zoo, a month-long, family-friendly Halloween festival at Hobart Zoo & Aquiram that blends festive fun, magical moments, and wild animal adventures.

Tickets

BOO! at the Zoo is included with general Zoo admission—no extra ticket needed.

👉Click purchase your tickets online!

👻 What to Expect

From October 4 to October 31, Hobart Zoo & Aquiram transforms into a whimsical Halloween wonderland filled with pumpkins, decorations, and just the right amount of spooky (but never too scary!) surprises.

Not-so-scary thrills – Safe, fun, and imaginative Halloween excitement designed especially for children.
Festive atmosphere – Themed zones with glowing pumpkins, friendly ghosts, and plenty of photo ops.
Wild encounters – Keeper chats about bats, sea lions, primates, eels, and more.

🎃 Daily Fun All October Long

Trick-or-Treating at stations across the Zoo (every day!)
Halloween Eats & Drinks available for purchase
Costume-Friendly Environment for kids and adults

🎪 Weekend Special Events

Every weekend at BOO! at the Zoo, even more excitement awaits with special activities, including:

Magician Shows – Watch live illusions and tricks that will amaze the whole family.
Pumpkin Decorating – Get creative and design your very own festive pumpkin.
Free Inflata-BOO! Play Area – A safe, inflatable playground for kids to jump, bounce, and play.
Zoo Chats – Meet our expert keepers and discover fascinating facts about bats, sea lions, primates, eels, and more.
New! Art Fair (Sundays only) – Browse and enjoy Halloween-themed artwork and crafts from local creators.