Boo at the Zoo Returns to Dublin Zoo This Halloween

25 October – 1 November 2025

Dublin Zoo will come alive this midterm with the return of Boo at the Zoo, a week-long Halloween event filled with spooky fun for all ages. From 25 October to 1 November, visitors can enjoy a range of seasonal activities, with highlights including pumpkin carving, scavenger hunts and themed face painting.

Running daily throughout the event, the Spooktacular Scavenger Hunt invites families to follow story-led trails with 15 checkpoints hidden around the zoo. Solve riddles, scan QR codes and crack clues for a chance to win one of two annual passes.

Pumpkin carving takes place from 25–27 October at the Haunted House (formerly Haughton House), with separate sessions for younger and older children. Little ones can decorate with paints and stickers, while older children carve their own jack-o’-lanterns. Pre-booking is required.

From 29–31 October, the Bone Zone at the Snow Leopard Habitat offers hands-on activities and biofacts in celebration of World Snow Leopard Day. It’s a chance to learn more about the species while joining in the Halloween fun.

On Halloween Day, 31 October, children in costume go free with a full-paying adult. From 11am to 3pm, face painting will be available at Zoorassic World, turning little monsters into ghouls, ghosts and wild creatures.

Tickets can be booked online or purchased at the gate. Early booking is advised.