Join us this October half term!
24th October – 1st November 2026
Enjoy spook-tacular daytime activities!
This October half term, enjoy a week filled with SPOOK-TACULAR daytime activities suitable for children of all ages. More details coming soon!
Members: This event is FREE for Zoo Members. Simply turn up on the day and bring with you your valid Membership to gain entry into the Zoo.
Paying Visitors: We recommend all non-members to book their tickets online in advance to receive the best price on admission.
Activity Timetable
witches’ potion trail
9:30AM – Zoo close Find the 8 ingredients around the zoo for your chance to win a prize!
WILD VIBE CREW PARTY
10:30AM, 1:00PM & 2:00PM Main stage, next to Penguini’s restaurant Join the Wild Vibe Crew for Luna’s Howl-o-ween House Party – a fang-tastic party for the whole family!
WILD VIBE CREW PARADE
11:30AM & 2:00PM Starts at the Main Stage, next to Penguini’s restaurant Join the Wild Vibe Crew as they journey around the zoo with popular party tunes!
RUNAWAY PIRATE ROAD TRAIN
10:30AM – 4:00PM Lost Madagascar Train Station Take a journey and embark on a thrilling treasure hunt!*
WITCHES’ COVEN
11:00AM – 4:00PM Indoor Picnic Area next to Penguini’s Restaurant Visit the good witches and wizards and create magical crafts!**
CIRCUS SCHOOL
11:00AM – 1:00PM & 2:00PM – 4:00PM Kalahari Theatre, next to Jungle Tumble Join the team and learn some amazing circus skills!
*Please note, the train will not be stopping at the Lemur Walkthrough.
**Additional charges apply.
Dates, times and locations are subject to change
Don’t forget to stop by…
Face Painting Stations
Transform into your favourite Halloween character at our Face Painting Station!
Open from 11:00am until 4:00pm. Located inside Face Painting Station, near Penguini’s Restaurant and inside Kingdom of the Wild.
PLEASE NOTE: Opening is weather dependant. Additional charges apply.
Crazy Sand
Created your own colourful sand bottles and pendants at Crazy Sand. All items are available whilst stocks last.
Open from 11:00am until 4:00pm, located next to Meerkat Hangout.
PLEASE NOTE: Opening is weather dependant. Additional charges apply.
The Exploratorium
Visit The Exploratorium and discover a range of different themed activity boxes including some NEW creepy boxes!
Open from 11:00am until 4:00pm, located inside Kingdom of the Wild.
