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City of Atascadero & the Central Coast Zoo Announce ZOO BOO Tickets on Sale NOW!

04 October 2026
Category: City News

Friday October 23rd & Saturday October 24th

The City of Atascadero and the Central Coast Zoo are excited to announce ZOO BOO! This fun annual event takes place over two nights providing double the BOO! Both nights provide the same not too spooky experience for all ages - Friday, October 23rd & Saturday, October 24th, 4:00 – 7:00 pm!

2026 Zoo Boo flyer featuring a large orange moon and owl graphic. The event takes place October 23 and 24 from 4–7 p.m. at the Central Coast Zoo and includes Halloween decorations, carnival games, a costume contest, Halloween-themed activities, a haunted maze and barn, and tricks and treats. Admission is free for children 2 and under, $16 for general admission, and $15 for Zoo Members. Sponsored by Pure Pediatric Dentistry, MGP Coatings, and 5 Star Rain Gutters.

Enjoy Halloween fun for all ages with a spooktacular evening in store with a not-too-scary evening throughout the Zoo! You can expect Halloween decorations throughout the Zoo along with Carnival games, Halloween activities, a Haunted Maze, plus tricks, treats & so much more! Put on your favorite costume for prizes! There will be two costume contests, one for children and one for families. Recommended guidelines for the Zoo costumes include non-violent or scary costumes, no costume weapons, and no masks for adults. Please make sure costumes are appropriate for small children.

A variety of amazing animals call the Central Coast Zoo Atascadero home, including red pandas, monkeys, meerkats, parrots, a variety of reptiles and more! Come celebrate a fun and memorable Halloween evening at Zoo Boo! Tickets are $16/ per person per night Regular Admission; $15/ per person per night Zoo Member; Ages 2 & Under are FREE! Tickets are ON SALE NOW on My 805 Tix.

Buy Zoo Boo Tickets

Please help us go green and bring a reusable trick or treat bag. Zoo Boo is brought to you by presenting sponsors Pure Pediatric Dentistry, plus Supporting Sponsors MGP Coatings & 5 Star Rain Gutters! For more information about the Central Coast Zoo Atascadero, please visit the Central Coast Zoo website or call (805) 461-5080. See you at the Zoo! 

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