🎃 Royal Oak, MI · Halloween 2026
Zoo Boo 2026 — Royal Oak, MI
Zoo Boo 2026 brings Halloween to Royal Oak for the 2026 season — october 3-4, 9-11, 16-18, 23-25, 2026 at Detroit Zoo.
🎯 ROYAL OAK, MI📅 October 3-4, 9-11, 16-18, 23-25, 2026📍 Detroit Zoo👨👩👧 FAMILY FRIENDLY🎟 TICKETED
Follow the organizer:
Zoo Boo 2026 transforms the zoo into a glowing Halloween wonderland — pumpkin trails, costumed characters, treat stations, and animals active in the cool evening air. It’s Royal Oak’s most magical family night of the season.
📋 Event Details
📍 Venue: Detroit Zoo — 8450 W 10 Mile Rd, Royal Oak, MI 48067
📅 Dates: October 3-4, 9-11, 16-18, 23-25, 2026
🕐 Hours: 3:00 PM – 8:30 PM
🎫 Price: $21-$25 online; $27 at the gate; children under 2 free
👶 Ages: All ages; ages 2+ need a ticket
🚗 Parking: On-site / street parking — check the official event page for details
⏱ Plan for: 2–3 hours
🏢 Organizer: https://zooboo.detroitzoo.org/new/
🎃 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
Do I need zoo membership?
No — event tickets are sold separately, though members often get discounts or presale. $21-$25 online; $27 at the gate; children under 2 free.
Is it scary for toddlers?
Not at all — zoo Halloween events are deliberately non-scary: lights, music, candy, and cute decorations.
When is Zoo Boo 2026?
Zoo Boo 2026 runs October 3-4, 9-11, 16-18, 23-25, 2026, typically on select evenings — check the zoo’s calendar for exact nights.
