Sunset Zoo in Manhattan will host their annual family trick-or- treating event, SPOOKtacular, on Friday, Oct. 22 from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 23 from 9:30 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 24 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
SPOOKtacular provides a way for families in the region to enjoy safe trick-or-treating while experiencing the wonders and adventures provided by the zoo. A change to the event this year will involve the Zoo selling timed tickets in two-hour time increments to manage the large crowds that annually attend SPOOKtacular. Each time slot will allow 500 guests per session.
There will more than 15 trick-or-treat stations throughout the zoo's exhibits, plus pumping bowling, local entertainment, a food truck and other surprises. Tickets can be purchased online at SunsetZoo.com/SPOOKtacular or at the Sunset Zoo ticket booth open 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.
Community members ae encouraged to pre-purchase tickets to avoid long lines the day of the event. Tickets are regular admission pricing of $5.50 for an adult ( ages 12+ and $3.50 for children ( ages 3-12 ), ages 2 and under are free.