It’s Boo Time!

October 15th, 22nd & 29th

Join us for the Northland’s favorite Halloween event!

Your family’s annual fall tradition is back on October 15, 22, and 29 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.! Bring the whole family and explore the Zoo with endless trick-or-treating stations, an ALL NEW Boo-tique, special Halloween-themed animal treats, food trucks, games & activities, and SO MUCH MORE!

YOU CAN PURCHASE TICKETS AT THE DOOR!

Your business can be a treat station, vendor, or sponsor! Click the links below to download the registration forms:

Sponsorship Information & Form

Treat Station & Vendor Registration Form

Boo-tique Vendor Registration Form

MEMBER-ONLY HOUR from 9 to 10 a.m. each event date!

Not a member yet? Click here to join today!

The Lake Superior Zoo is committed to making Boo at the Zoo accessible for everyone in our community!

We are donating up to 10% of last year’s ticket sales to area organizations that serve under-resourced youth and families.

Click here to request tickets for your organization.

How can I buy tickets?

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE YOUR TICKET!

You’ll save money and skip the line by purchasing your tickets in advance!

TICKETS WILL NOT BE MAILED – THE FIRST CONFIRMATION ORDER YOU RECEIVE IS YOUR TICKET!

You must bring your valid ID or order confirmation with you to redeem your tickets.

Event Maps

Map coming soon!

What activities will be happening?

  • Trick-or-treating stations
  • Boo-tique Craft Show (All new in 2022!)
  • Drag Story Time (Onsgard Room)
  • Costume Contests presented
  • Games & activities
  • Mini pumpkin hunt
  • Pumpkin Patch ($5 pumpkin sales!)
  • Magic show
  • AND SO MUCH MORE!

What health & safety measure will be in place?

  • Hand-sanitizer stations are available throughout the Zoo. Guests are encouraged to follow CDC and MDH recommendations of using hand sanitizer and washing their hands.
  • Guests of the Zoo are asked to refrain from visiting if they are not feeling well or have a fever. 
  • Additional sanitation of high-touch surfaces and restrooms will be performed throughout the day.
  • Zoo staff will monitor their health each day prior to reporting to work.
  • No full face masks will be permitted for adults.

Will there be food options available?

October 15

  • The Food Stand
  • Mystery Mobile (Tacos & burrito bowls)
  • Oh My Mini Donuts
  • Superior Cubans

October 22

  • The Food Stand
  • Kettle Kravings (kettle corn)
  • Mystery Mobile (Tacos & burrito bowls)
  • Oh My Mini Donuts
  • Superior Cubans

October 29

  • The Food Stand
  • Kettle Kravings (kettle corn)
  • Mystery Mobile (Tacos & burrito bowls)
  • Oh My Mini Donuts

What treat stations will be there?

  • Duluth Police Department
  • Northstar Community Services
  • Friends of Roundelay
  • Lake Superior Community Health
  • Grandma’s Marathon/Young Athletes Foundation
  • Challenge Center
  • Lake Superior College Dental Program
  • Cirrus Aircraft
  • CSL Plasma
  • Human Development Center
  • Duluth Woman of Today
  • Twin Ports Horror Society
  • Huckleberry & Lauralloons
  • Lake Superior Zoo Crew
  • Travel Resorts of the Midwest 
  • Essentia Health
  • WDIO

Do members need to purchase tickets?

Yes! Purchase HERE.

Who needs to purchase a ticket?

All people three years of age or older will be required to have a ticket.

Can I switch my tickets to another weekend? What if it rains?

  • Tickets are non-transferable, non-refundable and cannot be changed for an alternate date/time.
  • Event is rain, snow, or shine.
  • Must have a copy of your email or valid ID to redeem.

Advance Ticket Prices

  • Members: $10
  • Non-members: $12
  • 2 & under are FREE!

Day-Of Ticket Prices

  • Members: $10
  • Non-members: $15
  • 2 & Under are FREE!

Event Dates &Hours

Saturday October 15th, 22nd & 29th

9 am – 10 am MEMBERS ONLY

10 am – 4 pm each day

ALL NEW BOO-TIQUE Craft Show!

Drag Story Time Details

  • 11 AM, 12 PM, 1 PM, 2 PM
  • Story Time will be in Onsgard Classroom.

Costume Contest Times & Details

  • Brought to you by Twin Ports Pinup!
  • 10:30 AM, 11:30 AM, 12:30 PM and 1:30 PM
  • All guests can participate
  • One entry per day please

Event Sponsors

Howling Wolf Major Sponsors

Screech Owl Sponsor

Creepy Crawler Sponsor

Candy Sponsor

Event Photography