BOOze at the Zoo

Grab your best costume and celebrate spooky season at the Zoo with unlimited BOOze samples, trick-or-treating, a live DJ and plenty of party animals! With top-notch vendors and festive scenery, you don't want to miss the wildest costume party in Nashville!

What to Expect Frightful Fun ▼ Some of our signature Boo at the Zoo features will be open to treat your inner child. Take a stroll through Trick-or-Treat Trail to get a few treats, explore festive scenes, then meet Gourdon the Talking Pumpkin for some classic jokes and sassy one-liners.

Enjoy free rides on the Scary-Go-Round Carousel all night Purchase a pumpkin to decorate from our Pumpkin Patch to support conservation Shop the Zootique to purchase souvenirs made with the help of our animals Guests can stop by the Anheuser-Busch area at Festival Field for the Wicked Watering Hole, featuring samples of Nutrl and Wicked Weed plus free b lack light active face paint from 6:30 to 8:30 pm.

Spooktacular Sips & Tasty Treats ▼ We've conjured up a solid line-up of our favorite adult beverage vendors to offer unlimited samples of their best beers, wines and seltzers. We'll continue to add vendors as we get closer to the event! Including: Bar Diver, Bardstown Bourbon Co, Bomani, Carbliss Cocktails, Fiyori Vodka, Frugal MacDoogal, Honeytree Meadery, Kate Arnold Wines, Mom Water, Nelsons Greenbrier Distillery, NUTRL, Theoleo Wines, Wild Roots Vodka, Zeal Rums Several local food trucks will also be in attendance with food available for purchase.

Burgasm Urban Eats, Music City Brisket, The Grilled Cheeserie, The Mack Shack, Wacamole Dress to Impress ▼ Join our costume contest for a chance to win a behind-the-scenes tour! The Zoo will be all decked out in festive decor perfect for your Instagram photoshoot.

Check out the "Event Rules" below for the costume guidelines Party Animals ▼ Most of our animals like to go to bed early, but some party animals will stay up late including Sumatran tigers, our flamingo flock and Unseen New World. Be sure to catch some special animal themed shows at the Ajax Turner Amphitheater and watch out for animal encounters throughout the night!

The Smashville Lounge Join us at Jungle Terrace for the Smashville Lounge hosted by Anheuser-Busch and the Nashville Predators. Enjoy refreshing cocktails and beer options ! Ticket Details General Admission | $80* Ages 21+. Entry time is 6:30 pm.

A portion from each ticket supports the Zoo's conservation efforts. Designated Driver Tickets | $45* Includes a souvenir water bottle and a snack voucher. *Members save $5 per ticket through 10/9! Tickets go on sale August 6 at 10:00 am Get Tickets!

Schedule Preview the event map » Event Schedule ▼ 6:30 pm: Event Opens: Trick or Treat Trail, Food Trucks, Adult Beverage Samples, free Scary-Go-Round Carousel rides 7:00 & 8:00 pm: Animal Shows at the Ajax Turner Amphitheater 8:30 pm: Animal Exhibit Bedtime Begins 9:00 pm: Costume Contest at the Monster Mash DJ Tent - enter for a chance to win a Backstage Tour!

9:30 pm: Event Closes Costume Contest ▼ Please note here that no weapons are allowed as part of costumes 1 st Place winners will be awarded a souvenir trophy and a free Backstage Pass Tour for up to 4 people Know Before You Go Event Rules ▼ This event is ages 21+ only, no exceptions.

Children are not permitted. We encourage guests to wear costumes but please note that the zoo does not allow any kind of weapon, fake or real. Costumes that expose excessive portions of the skin are also prohibited. The Zoo reserves the right to deny admission to or remove any person wearing a costume or attire that is considered inappropriate or could detract from the experience of other guests.

Masks are not permitted for costumes and in general. No weapons of any kind. No illegal substances. Smoking (including vaping) is only permitted in a designated area, which will be noted on the festival map. Please do not smoke anywhere else.

If found smoking in other areas, you will be asked to leave. No outside food or beverages. Water will be provided. Empty reusable water bottles are permitted. No pets. Please respect yourself, your fellow patrons and the Zoo property. Getting Here & Parking ▼ Be responsible.

Don’t drink and drive. Guests are strongly encouraged to arrive and depart via rideshare or have a designated driver. Parking is $10. Members park for free. Parking at Nashville Zoo will be FREE starting at 5pm. Please remember that parking is free during the event, but if you leave your car overnight it must be removed from the Zoo between 6am and 10am or your car will be towed. Bag Policy ▼ Event Supported By