Naked mole-rats appear to be bald, but they are not completely hairless. They have sensory whiskers on their face and tail, which allow them to move backward just as quickly as they can move forward.

The zoo will be transformed into a bustling Halloween bash with hauntingly hilarious interactive characters and sets for children and families to enjoy. Its “kooky not spooky” theme provides families with Halloween fun without the fear!
Kids (and parents), costumes are encouraged!
NOTE: For 10/26 & 10/27 additional shuttles have been arranged. Overflow parking is available at the Syracuse Developmental Center on Wilbur Ave. Shuttles will pick up at a designated location; please look for the signs.
| Time | Activity | Location |
| 6:00 | Ichabod's Not-So-Scary Stories | Campfire |
| 6:00 | Mama Pajama |
Scary-cuse Stage |
| 6:15 | Gravediggers |
Grave Estates |
| 6:15 | Creature Feature |
Cave Entrance |
| 6:30 | Shane Hillman Magic Show (Fridays) Bubblemania! (Saturdays) |
Scary-cuse Stage |
| 6:30 | Puppet Show | Dungeon |
| 6:45 | Ichabod's Not-So-Scary Stories | Campfire |
| 6:45 | Creature Feature | Cave Entrance |
| 6:45 | Gravediggers | Gravediggers |
| 7:00 | Mama Pajama |
Scary-cuse Stage |
| 7:15 | Creature Feature | Cave Entrance |
| 7:15 | Gravediggers | Gravediggers |
| 7:30 | Shane Hillman Magic Show (Fridays) Bubblemania! (Saturdays) |
Scary-cuse Stage |
| 7:30 | Ichabod's Not-So-Scary Stories | Campfire |
| 7:30 | Puppet Show | Dungeon |
| 7:45 | Creature Feature | Cave Entrance |
| 8:15 | Finale! | Scary-cuse Stage |
Children and adults can participate in the pumpkin carving fun and enter the Zoo Boo carved pumpkin contest. To participate, bring an already carved pumpkin to the zoo and a Zoo Boo character will choose one child and one adult winner with the best carved pumpkin. The winners receive a prize and lead the Pumpkin Procession at the start of Zoo Boo! All pumpkins entered in the contest remain on display for all to enjoy.
NOTE: The Jungle Cafe and four concession stands will be open!
$6/person members (purchased at the zoo during business hours prior to the event and online)
$7/person non-members (available at the zoo and online)![]()
$8/person
$6/person (purchased at the zoo)
Purchases from the zoo can be made in person at the membership desk or by calling (315) 435-8511 x113. If you need to leave a message, please be sure to leave your name, member number (if applicable) and a phone number where you can be reached during the day.
Children 2 and under are free.
Sponsored by:
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Additional support provided by:
Rosamond Gifford Zoo • One Conservation Place, Syracuse, NY 13204 • (315) 435-8511
Joanne M. Mahoney, County Executive
© Rosamond Gifford Zoo
