Spooktacular brings a trick-or-treat event to 370 Zoo Parkway on Thursday, October 22 from 6 PM, running through Sunday, October 25. It falls one week before Halloween. Plan a costume; it's that kind of night. It is listed as family-friendly. Within three days of it, 36 more Halloween events happen around Jacksonville.
Thursday, October 22, 2026, 6 PM, running through Sunday, October 25 (one week before Halloween)
Where
370 Zoo Parkway, Jacksonville, FL, United States, Florida 32218
Ages
Family-friendly
Type
Trick-or-Treat Event
Dress code
Costumes encouraged
Details
Step into a whole NEW Spooktacular as Jacksonville's favorite fall tradition returns with a refreshed nighttime experience, presented by VyStar Credit Union! Beginning at 6 p.m., explore the Zoo after hours as you follow a one-way trail filled with festive lights, interactive displays and Halloween fun for all ages. Journey through a 400-foot light tunnel, discover your spirit animal with the Witches of Trout River and dance at the all-new Skeleton Disco. Along the way, enjoy trick-or-treat stations, seasonal photo opportunities and plenty of festive surprises. To help make your visit as enjoyable as possible, Spooktacular now offers timed entry windows. Select either the 6 to 7:30 p.m. or 7:30 to 9 p.m. entry window when purchasing your tickets and arrive during your chosen time. WHAT TO EXPECT: 🍬 Visit trick-or-treat stations along the trail, then take home a small goody bag at the end of your adventure. (Treats are available for children only.) 🎃 Journey through a glowing 400-foot light tunnel, discover your spirit animal with the Witches of Trout River and dance at the all-new Skeleton Disco. ☠️ Step off the main trail and into our optional Scare Zone for an immersive Halloween experience filled with mysterious characters and a few unexpected surprises. 🎵 Enjoy a frightening amount of music, entertainment and photo ops. 🛍️ Shop bewitching gifts and devour scary-good food and drinks. 🧙🏼 Get into the spooky spirit and dress in fun, family-friendly costumes. (Full-face masks are permitted for guests ages 10 and under ONLY, and may be worn during photos. Props resembling weapons are not allowed.) 🌙 Animals will not be visible during this event, as they go to bed before dusk.
Event Location
370 Zoo Parkway, Jacksonville, FL, United States, Florida 32218
