Howlabaloo at the Zoo — Bloomington, IL

Howlabaloo at the Zoo — Event Details

📍 Venue: Miller Park Zoo — 1020 S. Morris Ave., Bloomington, IL
📅 Dates: Oct 24, 2026
🕐 Hours: 5:00-8:00 p.m.
🎫 Price: $10 ($8 for Miller Park Zoological Society members)
👶 Ages: All ages (evening event may be a little scary)
🚗 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

🎃 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.

🎃 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.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need zoo membership?
No — event tickets are sold separately, though members often get discounts or presale. $10 ($8 for Miller Park Zoological Society members).

Is it scary for toddlers?
Not at all — zoo Halloween events are deliberately non-scary: lights, music, candy, and cute decorations.

When is Howlabaloo at the Zoo?
Howlabaloo at the Zoo runs Oct 24, 2026, typically on select evenings — check the zoo’s calendar for exact nights.