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Fall Fest at Seneca Park Zoo

For the entire month of October, join the Seneca Park Zoo in celebrating Fall Fest. From fall-themed animal enrichment programs to delicious donuts and cookies—it’s the perfect way to welcome the new season. Plus, we are bringing back our Spooktacular evening event!

Come Celebrate Fall Season
at the Zoo!

Come enjoy the Zoo with the beautiful backdrop of fall in New York. The Zoo will be decorated for the season with things like pumpkins, apples, mums, and more!  Apples, pumpkin spice, and seasonal sweets will be available to eat and drink, plus we will have our Conservation Graveyard, Spooktacular, and some special animal programming throughout the month. 

Members are FREE!

Celebrate the Season with Fall Fest at the Zoo!

Fall-themed Animal Enrichment

Weekends in October

This Fall Fest at Seneca Park Zoo, immerse yourself in the season with our special fall-themed animal experiences every weekend day! From engaging animal encounters to unique keeper talks, each experience is designed to highlight the wonders of autumn. Don’t miss the chance to connect with your favorite zoo residents in a whole new way!
Time Saturdays Sundays
11:30
Otter
Crane
12:30
Red Panda
Red Panda
1:30
Polar Bear
Sea Lion
2:30
Elephant
Rhino

Spooktacular!

Families of all ages! Join us for a spooky, fun-filled night Thursday, October 17th, Friday, October 18, and Saturday October 19th between 5:30 – 8:00 pm for our Afterhours Spooktacular! Your evening will include pumpkin carving demonstrations, trick-or-treating, storytelling  (the Big Bad Wolf is going to get to tell his side of the story!), fun activities, Halloween crafts, and spooky surprises.

Dates: Oct. 17, 18, 19 

Time: 5:30 – 8:00 p.m.

Price: $15 (non-member) $12 (member)
 Kids 2 and under are Free!
*tickets must be used on the night selected at purchase

Thanks to Spooktacular’s Presenting Sponsor:

Additional Support Provided by:
Summit Federal Credit Union
Kinecta Federal Credit Union
Healthy Baby Network
Renewal by Anderson
Sheen and Shine
Palmer’s Foods
Trillium Health
IBERO
Five Star Bank
Rochester Kung Fu and Fitness, Inc.

Fall Fest Fun

The Zoo’s Nature Cart will be out and about on the weekends as well throughout the month with members from our naturalist team working to educate guests on things like composting and garden maintenance in the fall/winter and a special skull, bugs and bones themed bio fact table as it gets closer to Halloween! 

Walk through the zoo and look for scarecrows! Be sure to find your favorite and vote!

Fairy Door & Scarecrow Hide and Seek

Fairy doors and scarecrows will be throughout the Zoo starting around the stream by otter habitat. Will you be able to find them all?

Dates: Throughout October


Costume Parade

Get ready for a spooky fun time! Every Saturday and Sunday in October, we’re hosting a lively costume parade starting at 2:00 pm. Come dressed in your favorite costume and join us at “A Step Into Africa” as we parade through the zoo, all the way to our elephants! The parade will wrap up with a special fall enrichment activity, adding a little seasonal twist that’s sure to make you have a smashing time. Whether you’re dressed as a superhero, a spooky ghost, or your favorite animal, we can’t wait to see your creativity on display. So, grab your best costume and join the fun!

Seasonal Treats

Join us for a delightful Fall Fest at Seneca Park Zoo! Indulge in delicious donuts and get creative with cookie decorating on weekends. It’s the perfect way to celebrate the season with family and friends. Come enjoy the crisp autumn air, festive treats, and fun activities that will make your visit truly memorable

Stay Updated

Keep in touch with your friends at Seneca Park Zoo on this event and more! There’s always something happening at the Zoo.