THURSDAYS — SUNDAYS

SEPTEMBER 26 - OCTOBER 13 • 7-10PM*

OCTOBER 17 — OCTOBER 27 • 6:30-10PM*

*Last entry 9PM

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Event entry is ONLY at Bronx River Gate.

HALLOWEEN FAMILY FUN

Pumpkin Nights, the nighttime family Halloween spectacular, is returning to the Bronx Zoo on select evenings this fall! Follow an expanded and enhanced animal-themed illuminated jack o’ lantern trail, plus enjoy MORE live pumpkin carving, MORE Wildlife Theater, MORE games and MORE fun than ever before.

This event does not include animal exhibits. All animal exhibits close at the end of daytime park hours.

Oh My Gourd, That’s a Lot of Pumpkins

Pumpkin Nights will feature gorgeous scenes of more than 5,000 illuminated jack o’ lanterns, together with atmospheric sounds, music, costumed characters, fog, bubbles, and colored lights, to provide a festive family atmosphere as you follow a half-mile trail to holiday excitement right here in NYC. Explore diverse and beautiful new biomes, including bioluminescent bays, Amazon rainforests, Arctic winter, and many others.

From the deep sea, jungles, and deserts to your own backyard, there are fascinating ecosystems across the planet. Step into the night with us and meet the amazing creatures who inhabit these wild places.

“I was so impressed with the displays! I couldn't believe how many jack-o-lanterns were created. It was just really wonderful!”


2023 Pumpkin Nights Attendee

Halloween, Bronx Zoo-Style

Watch Pumpkin Carvers

Watch as expert pumpkin carvers create amazing animal images.

Get your fun and games on

Enjoy Wildlife Theater and family-favorite outdoor games.

Did somebody say treats?

Even MORE local food trucks will be on-hand than last year, with more treats and refreshment available for purchase.

Your ticket supports the Bronx Zoo’s mission to conserve wildlife and wild places locally and around the globe.

Get ready for a night of jack o'lanterns, games, and seasonal family adventures.

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WCS Members receive a 40% DISCOUNT on Pumpkin Nights tickets!

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Daytime Halloween Fun

Boo at the Zoo

Don’t forget to join us during the daytime hours for Boo at the Zoo, our annual family-friendly Halloween tradition on select dates from September 28 through October 27.

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Maximize your next trip to the zoo. Check out bronxzoo.com/today on your smartphone to view real-time info and our interactive map.

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