Boo Bash — Wheaton, IL

Boo Bash — Event Details

📍 Venue: Cosley Zoo — 1356 North Gary Ave, Wheaton, IL 60187
📅 Dates: October 15, 2026
🕐 Hours: 5:15 pm – 6:45 pm
🎫 Price: $7
👶 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 Bash?
Boo Bash runs October 15, 2026, 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. $7.