The Toledo Zoo has it all – stunning animal habitats, behind the scenes tours, a Natural History Museum, Safari Railroad, carousel,  aerial course, massive playground, conservatory, Aquarium and throughout October there also have fall fun for families AND grown-ups. Enter to win 4 tickets to the Toledo Zoo and experience Harvest Fest!

Bring a wagon (or rent one at the entrance for $11) because the Toledo Zoo sits on over 70 acres and is jammed packed with activities and entertainment at every turn. You’ll want to plan for an entire day to experience all of the family fun – especially with the added Harvest Fest Fun.

The Toledo Zoo’s Harvest Fest is a month full of seasonal fun that includes every day activities and special ticketed events. Throughout the month of October you’ll find giant pumpkin displays, pumpkin animal displays, seasonal food and beverage offerings and autumn-inspired activities — all among a vibrant display of beautiful fall flora.

Plan your visit for one of these dates and enjoy EXTRA family fun – most activities INCLUDED with the price of general admission!

Saturday, October 1st

  • Meet & Greet PJ Masks’ Catboy, Gecko & Owlette
  • Bounce in the Inflatable Corn Maze
  • Sing and Dance with Scarecrows, Butternut & Squash
  • Pumpkin Carving Demos

Sunday, October 2nd

  • Meet Paw Patrol – Ryder, Skye & Chase
  • Pumpkin Carving Demo
  • Pumpkin Carving Classes (additional fee for non-members)

Friday, October 7th

Experience adult-only fun at a beer tasting event with a fall twist! Buckeye Broadband ZOOtoberfest will feature a variety of craft brews from over a dozen local and regional breweries. Guests will enjoy live music while sampling seasonal sours, stouts, pale ales, porters, IPAs and ciders – there is something for everyone!

Saturday, October 8th

  • Meet Belle, Cinderella & Ariel
  • Bounce In the Zoo House
  • Pumpkin Carving Demos
  • Music Entertainment
  • Sturgeon Fest – Toledo School for the Arts’ steel drum band, food trucks, partner organizations and family-friendly activities!

Sunday, October 9th

  • Meet & Greet with the Hocus Pocus Witches and WATCH Hocus Pocus at the Amphitheatre
  • Animal meet and greet in Nature’s Neighborhood
  • Bounce in the Zoo House
  • Pumpkin Carving Demo
  • Pumpkin Carving Classes (additional fee for non-members)
  • Music Entertainment

Friday, October 14th

Experience adult-only fun and stroll Main plaza to learn about and sample varieties of bourbons and whiskeys, each thoughtfully paired with small bites at Roar and Pour. This fall evening features live blues music, fire pits, and ambassador animals for all guests to enjoy. Bourbon and whiskey cocktails will also be available.

Saturday, October 15th

  • Meet Spiderman, Captain America, Superman & Super Girl
  • Bounce in Inflatable Corn Maze
  • Sing and Dance with Scarecrows, Butternut & Squash
  • Pumpkin Carving Demos

Thursday, October 20st & Friday, October 21st

Little Boo is a daytime Halloween event for littles. Kids can trick-or-treat around the zoo, watch puppet shows at Nature’s Neighborhood, ride the Jack-o-lantern Express Train, and meet and greet with characters including Hocus Pocus Witches, Ana, Elsa, and more! This ticketed event will sell out!

Saturday, October 22nd & Sunday, October 23rd

Pumpkin Path is a Halloween event where kids can trick-or-treat around the Zoo and enjoy other free activities including pumpkin carving, strolling magic, Boo-tactular Play Area, Jack-o-lantern Express Train and more. This ticketed event will sell out! 

Saturday, October 29th

  • Meet Maleficent and Evil Queen
  • Bounce in the Zoo House
  • Pumpkin Carving Demos
  • Pumpkin Stomp & Chomp – The Halloween fun is for our animals as they discover pumpkins in their exhibits! Some animals will make a meal and others will make a mess, but all of them will be using their natural instincts and displaying natural behaviors!

Sunday, October 30th

  • Meet Mirabel, Luisa, and Bruno
  • Pumpkin Carving Demo
  • Pumpkin Carving Classes (additional fee for non-members)

The Toledo Zoo is open Wednesdays thru Mondays from 10am to 5pm (last admittance is 4pm). Daily admission is $26 for adults and $23 for kids and seniors. Family Memberships are $131 and pays for itself for families with 3 or more children. Even if you don’t have 3 kids, we can assure you that you’ll want to go back for more than one visit.


Experience Toledo Zoo’s Harvest Fest and win 4 free tickets from LittleGuide Detroit!