🎃 Dublin, OH · Halloween 2026
Boo at the Zoo — Dublin, OH
Boo at the Zoo brings Halloween to Dublin for the 2026 season — october 3-4, 10-11, 17-18, 24-25, 2026 (saturdays & sundays) at Columbus Zoo and Aquarium.
🎯 DUBLIN, OH📅 October 3-4, 10-11, 17-18, 24-25, 2026 (Saturdays & Sundays)📍 Columbus Zoo and Aquarium👨👩👧 FAMILY FRIENDLY🎟 TICKETED
Follow the organizer:
Trick-or-treat among the animals at Boo at the Zoo in Dublin: a safe, contained, utterly charming Halloween evening built for little ones.
📋 Event Details
📍 Venue: Columbus Zoo and Aquarium — 4850 W Powell Rd, Powell, OH
📅 Dates: October 3-4, 10-11, 17-18, 24-25, 2026 (Saturdays & Sundays)
🕐 Hours: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
🎫 Price: Included with regular Zoo admission
👶 Ages: Family-friendly
🚗 Parking: On-site / street parking — check the official event page for details
⏱ Plan for: 2–3 hours
🏢 Organizer: See official event page
🎃 Local Insight Ratings
Best for: Families with young kids who want Halloween magic without the scares.
💡 Know Before You Go
🎃 Costumes encouraged — most zoo events run costume parades or contests for kids.
🎃 Don’t skip the animals — many are most active in the evening; the nocturnal houses are the hidden highlight.
🎃 Buy tickets online — zoo Halloween nights routinely sell out, especially weekend evenings.
🎃 Arrive right at opening — treat stations have the shortest lines in the first hour.
🎃 Bring a stroller and layers — it’s a lot of walking and October nights get cold.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is it scary for toddlers?
Not at all — zoo Halloween events are deliberately non-scary: lights, music, candy, and cute decorations.
When is Boo at the Zoo?
Boo at the Zoo runs October 3-4, 10-11, 17-18, 24-25, 2026 (Saturdays & Sundays), typically on select evenings — check the zoo's calendar for exact nights.
Do I need zoo membership?
No — event tickets are sold separately, though members often get discounts or presale. Included with regular Zoo admission.
