Saint Louis Zoo: Halloweekends Presented By SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital

Press release from the Saint Louis Zoo:

September 28, 2021

9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Saturdays & Sundays
Oct. 16-17 • Oct. 23-24 • Oct. 30-31, 2021
Halloweekends is not a trick-or-treating event.

Drop by for a weekend visit and let us see your family-friendly costumes. The too-cute-to-spook decorations throughout the Zoo will provide plenty of perfect photo ops.

• Pumpkin Stomp 'n' Chomp enrichment treats for the animals (pumpkins courtesy of Eckert’s Country Store & Farms)
• Autumn-inspired menu selections
• Unique, non-scary Halloween decorations for photo opportunities
• Zoo's daily schedule, exhibits and attractions (weather permitting)

Zoo Reservations Required

Free, timed-ticket reservations required to visit the Zoo and Halloweekends. Reservations are available seven days prior to visit.

Parking & Directions

All-day parking ($15/vehicle) is available on the Zoo's North Lot on Government Drive and South Lot on Wells Drive. Limited street parking is available in Forest Park.

Safety

• This is primarily an outdoor event.
• Masks/face coverings are required indoors for all guests age five and older, including those who are vaccinated.
• Guests age five and older not fully vaccinated are required to wear masks/face coverings both indoors and outdoors.
• Subject to change based on recommendations and guidelines from the St. Louis City Department of Health and CDC

Halloween Costume Policy

We welcome all visitors to get into the Halloween spirit and dress up for Boo at the Zoo and Halloweekends. Since the Zoo is a family-friendly place, we have policies in place for everyone's safety and enjoyment:

• Family-friendly Halloween costumes are encouraged. Costume masks are not permitted for any age. (Costume masks are defined as non-protective masks intended for decorative/costume-only use.)
• No face paint that completely conceals the face.
• Scary costumes are not permitted.
• Costume appropriateness is up to the discretion of Zoo security.

Be sure to check this page prior to your visit for any changes to these policies.

This press release was produced by the Saint Louis Zoo. The views expressed here are the author’s own.