October is where we come alive and hope you plan your frightful family festivities with Peoria Park District.
Family-friendly events and programs will take place across our park system, at Peoria Zoo, Proctor Recreation Center, Sommer Farm and more ensuring a District-wide reach… and some howling good times!
Don’t miss the charming Halloween festivities, where costumes, candies and spooky memories unite! Check back soon for a full list of fall fun events. Check out our highlighted Zootober events below!
Welcome to Zootober, where Halloween comes alive in the most thrilling way! Each weekend, the Peoria Zoo transforms after dark into a family-friendly fright fest, bursting with glowing lights, spooktastic characters, and hair-raising fun.
Guest can enjoy:
- Immersive Halloween scenes filled with lifelike animatronics, dazzling light displays, and live actors who’ll surprise and delight around every turn.
- Themed food and drinks—think witches brew, spooky snacks, and ghoulish goodies.
- Costumes encouraged—come dressed to impress and strike a pose at our eerie-sistible photo ops!
- No animals on exhibit, but you’ll meet plenty of eerie new “creatures” lurking in the shadows.
- Live entertainment to keep the excitement alive all evening.
New in 2025:
- Every night features the same frightful fun—making it easier than ever to plan your visit!
- More games and activities to keep your little monsters entertained.
- 10 Activity and Candy Stations spread throughout the event for a relaxed, easy-flowing experience with treats, trinkets, or family-friendly activities.
Save the Date!
Dates: 10/10, 10/11, 10/17, 10/18, 10/23, 10/24, 10/25, 10/30, 10/31
Peoria Zoo Member Night: 10/9
Times: 6-9pm each night
Whether you’re seeking thrills, treats, or just a fang-tastic night out with the family, Zootober at Peoria Zoo is the place to be this Halloween season.
Special Thank You to Our 2025 Sponsors!
Contact us at advancement@peoriaparks.org to become a sponsor today!
