Join us at Tampa Bay’s number one family Halloween event, Creatures of the Night at ZooTampa for a night of eerie family frights! Ghouls and goblins of all ages can enjoy howling outdoor experiences, spooky characters, creepy culinary treats, and much more!
ZooTampa Members and Pay For A Day ticket holders get free admission to seasonal events like Creatures of the Night.
This year’s event features elder vampires Count Chirop and his wife, Countess Tera. Thriving on the spirit of celebration and friends to the human world, these elegant vampires invite you to their Vampire Ball where fun and dancing is encouraged! Will you join the month-long ball and let out your inner creature of the night?
**Please note, Members can only purchase the same number of tickets as individuals listed on Membership pass.
**To guarantee entry to select seasonal events with limited capacity, members and Pay For A Day ticketholders are encouraged to secure reservations in advance. A $5 reservation fee per member or Pay For A Day ticketholder would be reimbursed in the form of a voucher for use in the park at select dining and retail locations.
Meet your favorite storybook villains, get transported into unique realms with immersive Halloween decor, and more as you make your way through the Zoo.
Dance at the Vampire Ball, smash a pumpkin with Lucilla Lumpkin, enjoy a Halloween light show, and more!
Don’t miss out on the excitement; access all of our event details from the palms of your hands! Get walking directions to all event locations, view the nightly show schedule, and more.
There is no trick, just treats with our Creatures of the Night Foodie Guide. Know what special Halloween-themed delicacies are available and where to find them with this guide.
Take a look at our print map and see the scare levels for each zone and show. Most content available on the print map is also available on the mobile app.
To guarantee entry to select seasonal events with limited capacity, members and Pay For A Day ticketholders are encouraged to secure reservations in advance. A $5 reservation fee per member or Pay For A Day ticketholder would be reimbursed in the form of a voucher for use in the park at select dining and retail locations.
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ZooTampa at Lowry Park offers a variety of delicious food for guests at several restaurants and concession stands throughout, but we understand that guests may need to bring outside food for special dietary needs. Acceptable and prohibited food items are listed below. For the convenience of our guests, there is a picnic area located outside the park near the main parking lot.
For the safety of our animals, guests and employees, the following items are not permitted to be brought into ZooTampa:
The following items are also prohibited to avoid blocking of walkways and/or trip hazards:
Please leave any unnecessary articles secured within your vehicle to expedite your entry into the park.
We reserve the right to deny entry to anyone not observing Zoo Rules.
With a new Pay For A Day, Rest of Year Free ticket – for a limited time – you get unlimited admission through December 31, 2024 including access to our seasonal event series. Some blockout dates apply — see below for details. Not valid with any other discounts.
When does my Pay For A Day ticket expire?
Pay for a Day Get the Rest of the Year Free tickets purchased in October, November, or December of 2023, are valid from the day of purchase until 12/31/2024. Any Pay For a Day Get the Rest of the Year Free tickets purchased prior to October 1, 2023 expire on 12/31/2023.
What are the blockout dates?
11/24/23 – 11/26/23
12/26/23 – 12/31/23
3/9/24 – 3/17/24
11/24/24 – 11/26/24
12/26/24 – 12/31/24
Blockout dates apply to admission before 4:00 PM on the above dates.
Can I purchase a Pay For A Day ticket on a blockout date?
Yes! You can purchase a Pay for a Day, Rest of Year Free ticket for first-time use on a listed blockout date and have full access to the park on that day. Blockout dates apply to repeat visitation.