Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens: Spooktacular

Step into a whole NEW Spooktacular as Jacksonville's favorite fall tradition returns with a refreshed nighttime experience! Beginning at 6 p.m., explore the Zoo after hours as you follow a one-way trail filled with festive lights, interactive displays and Halloween fun for all ages. Journey through a 400-foot light tunnel, discover your spirit animal with the Witches of Trout River and dance at the all-new Skeleton Disco. Along the way, enjoy trick-or-treat stations, seasonal photo opportunities and plenty of festive surprises.

Visit trick-or-treat stations along the trail, then take home a small goody bag at the end of your adventure. (Treats are available for children only.)

-Journey through a glowing 400-foot light tunnel, discover your spirit animal with the Witches of Trout River and dance at the all-new Skeleton Disco.

-Step off the main trail and into our optional Scare Zone for an immersive Halloween experience filled with mysterious characters and a few unexpected surprises.

-Enjoy a frightening amount of music, entertainment and photo ops.

-Shop bewitching gifts and devour scary-good food and drinks.

-Get into the spooky spirit and dress in fun, family-friendly costumes. (Full-face masks are permitted for guests ages 10 and under ONLY, and may be worn during photos. Props resembling weapons are not allowed.)

-Animals will not be visible during this event, as they go to bed before dusk.