NORFOLK — Zoo Boo, the Virginia Zoo’s annual Halloween Festival is back with double the fun this year.
On Oct. 27 and 28, the Zoo will turn into a fun fall delight with themed decor, costume contests, a trick-or-treat trail, fun games and crafts and pumpkins for all of the animals to enjoy.
Community partners will pass out sustainably-produced candy and other treats at the new Candy Land trick-or-treat trail.
According to a news release from the Zoo, sustainably-produced candy helps save orangutans and other endangered animals in the wild, which is why the Virginia Zoo buys only candy that is from companies who are members of the RSPO (Round Table on Sustainable Palm Oil) and are committed to using certified sustainable palm oil.
This year the Zoo will also be selling “reZoosable” trick-or-treat bags for $1.
Families are encouraged to come in costume and take part in educational activities such as the Mad Scientist Lab in the new World of Reptiles classroom or visit the Mummy’s Tomb, a fun adventure of archaeology.
Be sure to catch a presentation at the ZooLive! Stage with your favorite animal ambassadors while the exhibits are filled with pumpkins for the other animals to enjoy.
Tickets are on sale for just $6 for Virginia Zoo members (ages 2 and older) and $15 for non-members (ages 2 and older).
Children younger than 2 get in free.
Cost does not include other amenities like the ZooBoo ChooChoo, bounce houses or food and beverage.
Purchase your tickets in advance online at virginiazoo.org/zoo-boo, by phone at 757-441-2374 or at the Membership Office during regular Zoo hours.
