Spooky Zoo
This festival has wrapped for 2026 — it typically returns October 2027.
Next edition · 2027
2027 dates: not announced yet. Spooky Zoo typically returns in October. We read the organiser's site and update this page when dates are confirmed; what follows is the record of 2026.
Lincoln Park Zoo's daytime trick-or-treat party for kids in costume.
- Dates: October 17, 2026
- Where: Lincoln Park Zoo, 2001 N Clark St
- Neighborhood: Lincoln Park
- Cost: Free
How it was
This year's edition is over — the practical notes below are kept as the record of 2026.
What to expect
Trick-or-treat stations around the zoo, costume parades and seasonal activities.
Transit
#22 Clark or #151 Sheridan bus.
Family-friendly
Built for families with young kids.
Frequently asked questions
When is Spooky Zoo 2027?
The organiser has not announced 2027 dates yet. Spooky Zoo typically returns in October; this page is updated when dates are confirmed.