Events/Halloween

Boo at the Zoo

Los Angeles Zoo

October 26-27, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

The LA Zoo is always a wonderful place to take the kids for a little outdoor time. There is a lot of construction going on right now for a major expansion, but all the usual exhibits are open. -- Douglas

From their web site...

Parents, bring your kids to the L.A. Zoo for a safe weekend of trick-or-treating fun. Kids, have a ghoulish good time as you enjoy face-painting activities, mask-making, and other spooky crafts. A Pumpkin "Stomp 'n' Chomp" is scheduled for several Zoo animals, and Creepy Creature Encounters will feature giant hissing cockroaches and other creepy crawlers. There's even a special Halloween-themed Imagination Adventure taking place in Adventure Theater . . . come if you dare! Spook-tacular strolling entertainers will also provide lots of fun and music. Anyone wearing a Halloween costume receives $1 off admission, and all activities are free with paid Zoo admission. Don't miss out on a spooky good time!

October 26-27 (Saturday and Sunday) -- 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Pumpkin "Stomp N Chomp" and special feedings

(times are subject to change)

Meerkats: 10:30 a.m.

Chimpanzees: 11 a.m.

Sea lions (Aquatics area): 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.

Sea lions (Winnick Family Children's Zoo): 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Elephants: 1 p.m.

Black bears: 1:30 p.m.

Hippopotamuses: 2 p.m.

For additional information, call 323/644-6400.