Experience Halloween Magic at Brandywine Zoo’s Boo at the Zoo Event
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
No special fitness required; suitable for all ages and activity levels.
Overview
Celebrate Halloween in style at Brandywine Zoo’s Boo at the Zoo event, an autumn weekend filled with costumes, trick-or-treating, and up-close animal encounters in Wilmington, Delaware.
Boo at the Zoo
Brandywine Zoo Halloween Event for all ages, October 17th-19th
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About This Adventure
Join the fun at Brandywine Zoo's Trick-or-Treat event! Dress in costumes and explore the zoo while collecting treats and enjoying festive activities. This family-friendly celebration promises a delightful experience with animals, making it a memorable outing for all ages. Don't forget to bring your own bags for treats!
Trick-or-treat at the Brandywine Zoo! All are invited to wear costumes while visiting the zoo animals at this merry, not scary, event. Plenty of treats and activities. Advance purchase recommended. Please bring your own bags for Trick-or-treating.
Tickets Members: $4 (Member rate applicable to # of people included in their membership)| Non-members: $8| Children under 3: Free| Guest Passes, library passes and other promotions are not applicable
Adventure Tips
Bring your own treat bag
The event encourages visitors to bring their own bags to collect treats safely and sustainably.
Wear comfortable shoes
Explore the zoo’s trails on foot comfortably with sturdy, weather-appropriate footwear.
Dress for fall weather
Layer up as October evenings can be chilly during your visit to the zoo.
Plan for a relaxed pace
Allow extra time to enjoy animal exhibits and interactive stations along the route.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Red pandas
- North American river otters
History
Founded in 1905, Brandywine Zoo is one of the nation’s oldest zoos, deeply connected to Delaware’s natural heritage.
Conservation
The zoo participates in species survival plans and offers guest education to promote environmental stewardship in the region.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Sturdy walking shoes
Essential for navigating zoo trails comfortably throughout the event.
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Layered clothing
Keeps you warm during cool October weather while allowing adjustments.
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Costume
Enhances the fun by matching the festive Halloween spirit of the event.
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Reusable treat bag
Eco-friendly choice for collecting candy and minimizing waste.
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