WHEATON, IL — Cosley Zoo's Pumpkin Fest kicks off Oct. 1 for its 2026 season. This year, the event features a new weekly offering.
An array of pumpkins will be set out on Cosley's lawn and available for purchase. Also for sale will be decorative gourds, bales of straw and fresh apples.
Entry to Pumpkin Fest is included with zoo admission. Kid-friendly rides are available for an extra fee. New to the festival this year is an opportunity for kids to get their faces painted. A donation applies.
On Oct. 16, Cosley Zoo will keep the fall fun going with its Spooktacular Halloween Stroll. Visitors are encourage to don their Halloween costumes during this family-friendly event before decorating pumpkins. Follow the link to buy tickets to the Spooktacular Halloween Stroll.
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