Boo at the Zoo | Denver Zoo

Events & Programs

December

S	M	T	W	T	F	S
						1
2	3	4	5	6	7	8
9	10	11	12	13	14	15
16	17	18	19	20	21	22
23	24	25	26	27	28	29
30	31

Search By Timeframe

Start date:

End date:

Search By Age

Under 3 yrs

3-5 yrs

6-8 yrs

8-12 yrs

Teen

Adults

Select: All | None

Search Classes & Programs

Bunk with the Beasts Sleepovers

Bunk with the Beasts Sleepovers Ages 6 and up

An overnight learning adventure for schools, scouts, families and more, designed to encourage bonding time and shared zoo experiences that create lifetime memories.

Summer Safari Day Camps

Summer Safari Day Camps PreK - 8th grade

The WILDEST camp in town provides a fun-filled educational experience for animal lovers from Pre-K through 8th grades.

School Break Mini-Camps

School Break Mini-Camps PreK - 5th grade

Kids get active and explore the zoo during those days off of school; offered during school breaks October-February.

Early Childhood Programs

Early Childhood Programs Ages infant - 5

Engaging programs for infants, toddlers and early elementary aged children, connecting kids with animals and nature.

Zoo You

Zoo You Ages 9 - 13

Kids ages 9-13 experience the zoo in a new way, learning about animal care, careers & conservation at Denver Zoo.

Career Panel

Career Panel Ages 12 - 18

Middle and high school students meet zoo experts with Q&A opportunities, to learn more about animal-related careers.

Career Discovery Days

Career Discovery Days Ages 12 - 18

From keepers to trainers, veterinarians and exhibit designers, the wide variety of possible zoo and animal careers will be on display. For middle and high school students.

Keeper Experience

Keeper Experience Ages 9 to adult

Ever wonder what it's like to be a zookeeper? Come spend a morning with Denver Zoo Education animal keepers and find out!

VIP Tour

VIP Tour Adults and kids 3 and up

Come experience the zoo that few visitors get to see, in a behind the scenes tour!

Teacher Professional Development

Teacher Professional Development Adults

Let Denver Zoo be your life science and environmental education resource with a variety of professional development opportunities just for educators.

Advanced Inquiry Program

Advanced Inquiry Program Adults

Denver Zoo is partnered with Miami University in Ohio to offer this unique academic opportunity for education professionals to earn a Master's degree in the zoo and conservation setting.

Adult Volunteer Information Session

Adult Volunteer Information Session Adults

Learn about the volunteer program and meet current Denver Zoo volunteers.

Photo Safari

Photo Safari Ages 12 and up

Learn techniques to taking great wildlife photos from the pros at Mike's Camera and test your skills at the zoo.

Mike's Camera Photo Test Drive

Mike's Camera Photo Test Drive Adults

Try some of the hottest new equipment from the leading camera, lens, and photo accessory manufactures at Denver Zoo.

Select: All | None

Search Special Events

Boo After Dark

Boo After Dark All Ages

After-hours, trick-or-treat event where costumes are encouraged and fun is expected.

Boo at the Zoo

Boo at the Zoo All Ages

Costumes are encouraged at this family friendly trick-or-treat experience.

Brew at the Zoo

Brew at the Zoo Ages 21 and up

Enjoy beer tasting, appetizers and entertainment during this evening fundraiser.

Comedy Night

Comedy Night Ages 21 and up

Stand-up comedians entertain at this fundraiser for the Rocky Mountain chapter of the American Association of Zoo Keepers.

Conservation

Conservation All Ages

Activities and events at the zoo and in the field with a focus on conservation.

Date Night

Date Night Adults Only

A themed evening out for two, with seated dining, carefully crafted menus and unique animal experiences.

Dia de los Muertos

Dia de los Muertos All Ages

A celebration of the Day of The Dead, a beautiful and meaningful tradition originating in Latin America.

Do at the Zoo

Do at the Zoo Ages 21 and up

Denver's best food and wine festival where restaurants and entertainment are featured at this evening fundraiser.

Educator Night

Educator Night Adults

Educators explore Toyota Elephant Passage and learn about supporting curriculum, school programs and teacher professional development.

Enrichment Day

Enrichment Day All Ages

Learn how keepers encourage natural behaviors and curiosity in animals and how to apply these techniques at home.

Ice Cream Social

Ice Cream Social All Ages

Enjoy a summertime classic with ice cream and special zoo activities.

Lunar New Year

Lunar New Year All Ages

A celebration of the Lunar New Year, considered a transition into the spring season in many cultures.

Mother's Day Brunch

Take your mom to the zoo to celebrate and honor her contributions with a meal.

Redirect Guide Green Sprouts Festival

Redirect Guide Green Sprouts Festival All Ages

An educational event to learn about and explore eco-friendly, natural and healthy options for raising a family.

Scout Night

Scout Night All Ages

Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts and their families are invited to the Zoo for a special after-hours event that meets scout requirements.

Singles Safari

Singles Safari Ages 21 and up

An adventurous evening event for those looking for love.

St. Patrick's Serpent Festival

St. Patrick's Serpent Festival All Ages

Wear your favorite St. Patrick's Day green for this celebration of snakes and serpents.

Zoo Lights

Zoo Lights All Ages

The region's largest holiday lighting event featuring seasonal food, activities and animal demonstrations.

Zoo Year's Eve

Zoo Year's Eve All Ages

A safe celebration for families to ring in the New Year with activities, animal demonstrations and an early countdown at 9:00 p.m.

Select: All | None

Search By Keyword

Education Programs & Events

Education Programs
& Events Calendar

MAY- SEPT 2013 Download PDF (.5 MB)

Learn more about our SCHOOL PROGRAMS & COMMUNITY OUTREACH

Event Details

Events Home > Boo at the Zoo

Boo at the Zoo

Saturday, October 27 to Sunday, October 28

9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Activities FREE with zoo admission

The 28th annual Boo At The Zoo offers more than 25 trick-or-treat stations, creepy crawly animal demonstrations and exciting family-friendly entertainment under the canopy of the beautiful fall foliage of Denver Zoo.

Presented By Your
Neighborhood Toyota Stores

Print this page

Activities FREE with zoo admission

Events & Programs

December

Search By Timeframe

Bunk with the Beasts Sleepovers Ages 6 and up

Summer Safari Day Camps PreK - 8th grade

School Break Mini-Camps PreK - 5th grade

Early Childhood Programs Ages infant - 5

Zoo You Ages 9 - 13

Career Panel Ages 12 - 18

Career Discovery Days Ages 12 - 18

Keeper Experience Ages 9 to adult

VIP Tour Adults and kids 3 and up

Teacher Professional Development Adults

Advanced Inquiry Program Adults

Adult Volunteer Information Session Adults

Photo Safari Ages 12 and up

Mike's Camera Photo Test Drive Adults

Boo After Dark All Ages

Boo at the Zoo All Ages

Brew at the Zoo Ages 21 and up

Comedy Night Ages 21 and up

Conservation All Ages

Date Night Adults Only

Dia de los Muertos All Ages

Do at the Zoo Ages 21 and up

Educator Night Adults

Enrichment Day All Ages

Ice Cream Social All Ages

Lunar New Year All Ages

Mother's Day Brunch

Redirect Guide Green Sprouts Festival All Ages

Scout Night All Ages

Singles Safari Ages 21 and up

St. Patrick's Serpent Festival All Ages

Zoo Lights All Ages

Zoo Year's Eve All Ages

Search By Keyword

Education Programs& Events Calendar

Event Details

Education Programs
& Events Calendar