🎃 Columbia, SC · Halloween 2026
Boo at the Zoo — Columbia, SC
Boo at the Zoo brings Halloween to Columbia for the 2026 season — october 16-30, 2026 (nightly) at Riverbanks Zoo & Garden.
🎯 COLUMBIA, SC📅 October 16-30, 2026 (nightly)📍 Riverbanks Zoo & Garden🔞 13+ RECOMMENDED🎟 TICKETED
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For thrill-seekers in Columbia, Boo at the Zoo delivers a full-throttle haunted house experience this Halloween season. Professional sets, relentless scare actors, and immersive storylines make it a standout among 2026 haunts.
📋 Event Details
📍 Venue: Riverbanks Zoo & Garden — 500 Wildlife Parkway, Columbia, SC 29210
📅 Dates: October 16-30, 2026 (nightly)
🕐 Hours: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
🎫 Price: From $18.95 general public ($14.95 members); under 2 free
👶 Ages: All ages
🚗 Parking: On-site / street parking — check the official event page for details
⏱ Plan for: 2–3 hours
🏢 Organizer: https://riverbanks.org
🎃 Local Insight Ratings
Best for: Teenagers, date nights, and hardcore haunt fans chasing the biggest scares.
💡 Know Before You Go
🎃 Buy tickets online in advance — weekend nights regularly sell out, and online prices are usually lower than the door.
🎃 Arrive early or go on weeknights — Friday and Saturday lines can top an hour; Sunday–Thursday means shorter waits.
🎃 Know the scare rules — actors won’t touch you, but strobes, fog, and loud sounds are constant; skip it if you’re sensitive.
🎃 Wear closed-toe shoes — you’ll be moving through dark, uneven sets; leave the costume pieces that drag at home.
🎃 13+ is the sweet spot — younger kids are allowed with adults at most haunts but rarely last the whole walkthrough.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is Boo at the Zoo too scary for kids?
This is an intense haunted attraction recommended for ages 13 and up. Younger children are generally admitted with an adult but the experience includes strobes, fog, loud noises, and graphic scenes.
When is Boo at the Zoo open for Halloween 2026?
Boo at the Zoo runs October 16-30, 2026 (nightly). Hours are typically evenings — check the official site for the exact nightly schedule, as hours vary by day of week.
How much are tickets to Boo at the Zoo?
General admission is ticketed; prices vary by night with peak pricing on Fridays, Saturdays, and Halloween week. From $18.95 general public ($14.95 members); under 2 free. Buy online ahead for the best price and guaranteed entry.
