October Buzz: It's Spooky Season at the Zoo

2023 October Buzz

Zoo Boo Is Coming Soon

The time has finally come! This year, Zoo Boo is October 20-21, 2-8 pm and October 22, 10 am-4 pm. We're closed regular hours those days.

Trick or treat with our vendor partners and enjoy seeing your favorite animals, pumpkins, lights, and decorations. Enjoy other attractions such as the Haunted Train (scary after 5 pm) and the Enchanted Carousel!

Regular admission is $12 per person. Zoo Members are $6 per person. Babies 2 and under are free. The train and carousel are $3 per ticketed rider. Visitors CAN use Attraction Passes.

Advance tickets aren't necessary but can be purchased on our website starting October 5. They can also be purchased in-person during Zoo Boo.

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Craft With Our Creatures

Celebrate fall and Halloween by painting with our Ambassador Animals.

Join us on Sunday, October 8, from 2-3 pm. We'll be watching some of our Ambassador Animals paint. You'll also learn cool information about our special friend and finish with making your very own art piece. Crafting With The Creatures is fun for all ages, and a perfect opportunity to create fall memories.

The program is $25 for adults, $20 for seniors, and $15 for children. It includes drinks and a snack.

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Encounter Invasive Species

Register for the Curious Conservationist class on Sunday, October 15, from 2-4 pm, and learn all about invasive species around the world.

From rats to zebra mussels to muntjacs, invasive species aren't where they're supposed to be! Find out what conservationists are doing about it through games, activities, and animal encounters.

This event is for adults 21 and up. Admission is $25 and includes a complimentary cocktail.

Kudu Calf Born

The Potawatomi Zoo is thrilled to announce the birth of a male greater kudu calf, a first for the zoo. The calf, named Mosi, was born to first time mother, Neva, and father, Tumaini, on September 5. Mosi is a Swahili name that means "first born."

We are so blessed to have this amazing guy join our Zoo family. He's out in the public view now, so keep an eye out for him the next time you visit.

Learn more about the calf and his family below.

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2023 Season Ends October 31

The Zoo's last regular season day will be October 31. But we'll have plenty to do at the Zoo this winter! The Gift of Lights, efficiently powered by Indiana Michigan Power, will begin November 24. The Gift of Lights runs through December 23, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays starting at 5 pm. We'll also have Winter Days and before you know it, our spring 2024 opening day will arrive!