Skelebration (2026)
SAVE THE DATE!
It’s the treat you’ve been waiting for! Join the Friends of the Louisville Zoo (FOZ) on Wednesday, October 14 from 6 – 9 p.m. for Skelebration, an exclusive after-hours Halloween event for adults 21 and over.
FAQs
Skelebration is an adult-only (21+) event that will occur on Wednesday, October 14 from 6 – 9 p.m. at the Louisville Zoo.
Full event plans are still in development. The Friends of the Louisville Zoo (FOZ) Board is taking the best features of their past events such as “Brew at the Zoo with Wine and Food, Too” and “Sip ‘N Stroll” to offer an adult-only (21+) Halloween-inspired event through the Zoo. It’s a first of its kind in the region.
Skelebration will utilize the traditional Louisville Zoo Boo at the Zoo route only for this adult-only event, it will deliver drinks, treats and food bites near the traditional candy booth stops. All weekend dates in October are reserved for children and their families at Boo at the Zoo
Yes! Skelebration guests will be encouraged to wear costumes! Please note that for the safety of all guests and animals, the following items are prohibited: masks and facial coverings; toy weapons of any kind; bookbags or bags larger than 12 x 6 x 12 inches. Clear bags are recommended.
All mobility devices for guests with disabilities, including ECVs, are permitted through the attraction. Strollers are permitted as well. Interactive areas have accessible elements such as raised dig box and wheelchair accessible photo ops. Please see our Rentals Page for more information.
The Louisville Zoo is happy to permit service dogs on grounds. Due to the unique nature of our facility, we do have a few restrictions so please see our Service Animals Page for more information.
For guests with sensory sensitivities, please see our Accessibility Page for information about Sensory Bags available for loan and nearby Quiet Areas to plan breaks during your visit.
If at any time during your visit you need assistance, please speak to a Louisville Zoo team member or call the Front Desk at (502) 459-2181. We are here to help.
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