Zoo Boo
Family
- Friday, October 23 – Friday, October 30, 2026 · starts 6:00 PM
107 S 17th Ave, Hattiesburg, MS, United States, Mississippi 39401
107 S 17th Ave, Hattiesburg, MS 39401-6128
Open in Maps- $15–$17
About this event
🎃✨ Zoo Boo – Where the Wild Things Glow! ✨🎃
When the sun sets this October, the Hattiesburg Zoo lights up! Wander glowing pathways lined with 100+ colorful LED lanterns featuring witches, wizards, ghouls, goblins and more — a playful Halloween twist on the Zoo's beloved lantern experience.
Come in costume and enjoy:
🦁 Animal encounters & enrichment activities
🎠 Unlimited rides on the Zoo train and carousel
🏰 Jump houses for the kids
🍬 Halloween-themed food & drinks for purchase
🧗 High Ropes Adventure Course (additional fee)
🎨 Face painting (additional fee)
Dates: Oct 9 & 10 | Oct 16 & 17 | Oct 23–30
Time: 6:00–9:00 PM
Tickets: $15 online before 5 PM day-of / $17 online or at the gate after 5 PM
👉 Get tickets: hattiesburgzoo.connectngo.com/en/tag/special-events
Note: Zoo Boo is not a trick-or-treating event, and full-face masks aren't permitted for adults. Rain or shine — check our Facebook & Instagram for any weather updates. Advance tickets recommended, it sells out fast! 👻