Daytime Wonders, All October
Included with daytime admission, Wild Fall brings the spirit of the “falloween” season to life! With creepy-crawly Animal Ambassadors, pumpkin carving and mysterious creatures like Bigfoot walking among us, it’s fall fun for all ages.
Date & Time
September 27 – October 31
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
ADMISSION
Included with daytime zoo admission.
Members visit anytime—no reservations required!
DETAILS
Enjoy the Fall season with your favorite animals!
Cryptids Spotted on Campus
You never know what you’ll see lurking about during Wild Fall. Stay vigilant and don’t let your eyes deceive you! You might just catch a glimpse of some of our most elusive and mysterious cryptids…
BIGFOOT
Sighted: Sheep Mountain
Seven feet tall and completely covered in shaggy fur, this ape-like creature prefers the solitude of mountain forests—but is rumored to be quite friendly!
MERMAID
Sighted: East of Stingray Cove
Unlike the sirens, who lured sailors to their deaths, this friendly mermaid is standing by to educate our human guests about her mysterious and misunderstood people.
FAIRY
Sighted: Carousel Meadows
A lover of all things autumn and Halloween, this ethereal creature travels between realms, spreading magic wherever she goes.
Bigfoot’s been spotted at DZCA! Dive into a world of fun educational activities and explore our rustic retail shop filled with all things Bigfoot. Inspired by our mission, this elusive legend is ready to help protect wild spaces that creatures like him call home!
Available onsite only 9/27–10/31
ADOPT AN ANIMAL
Bring the Legend Home: Adopt Your Own Bigfoot Plush!
Available onsite only 9/27–10/31
Don’t miss our other events this season:
Become a member today and get two free Boo at the Zoo tickets!*
*Tickets must be used in the 2024 season. Not valid with Zoo Pride, The HERD or Gift of Membership. Not valid for Monster Masquerade. Boo at the Zoo offer valid from September 6 at 9:00 a.m.–October 21 at 11:59 p.m. MT.
Boo at the Zoo
Boo at the Zoo Sensory Friendly Night
Monster Masquerade Adult Night
FAQs
- What are the dates and times for Wild Fall?
Wild Fall runs throughout the Zoo’s daytime operational hours, September 27—October 31. This “falloween” experience is spread over the Zoo’s 80-acre campus, with multiple moments of mystical surprise and delight to enjoy…and lots of amazing animals to discover.
- Will Wild Fall offer trick-or-treating and candy?
No, our daytime Wild Fall experience, which takes place September 27—October 31 during regular Zoo hours, does NOT offer trick-or-treating and candy. For a trick-or-treating experience, join us for our separately ticketed evening event, Boo at the Zoo! Click here for details.
- Can my family go trick-or-treating at Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance?
Yes! In order to provide a sweet, spirited and satisfying experience for everyone, we’re excited to announce the return of Boo at the Zoo! This is a separate ticketed event that takes place ONLY on select evenings in October. Boo at the Zoo is $20 for ages 3+, with FREE admission for little ones ages 0-2. Limited admission and timed entry ensure that all guests can fill their reusable trick-or-treat bag with 30–40 pieces of candy.
DATES: October 4-5, 11-12, 18-19 and 25-26, with members-only on October 27 and a sensory-friendly night on October 31. Tickets go on sale September 9 for Members and September 16 for the general public.
NOTE: our daytime Wild Fall experience does not offer trick-or-treating.
- Can my family still wear costumes at Wild Fall and Boo at the Zoo?
Absolutely! We love costumes—especially animal costumes. But since both Wild Fall and Boo at the Zoo are all-ages events, please refrain from wearing a mask that covers your eyes, and kindly stay away from outfits that are scary or gory. Eerie, spooky, creepy, mysterious and WILD are all fine!
- Will Wild Fall be scary for my little ones?
Nope! While there will be some characters in costume, none of them will be frightening—and our creatures won’t ever sneak up on you. If you prefer to avoid somebody like Bigfoot, for example, simply check the schedule of events to find out where and when he might be lurking around.
