Would you like to see a hippo chomping on your favorite Halloween symbol--the pumpkin? Don't cry boo-hoo! This is merely the antics of a happy animal celebrating California's favorite season at the L.A. Zoo. Bears, birds, hippos, rhinos, zebras and other animals share in the wild fun and the wildest zoo around, the Los Angeles Zoo in Griffith Park next to Autry Museum of Western Heritage in Los Angeles.

One special weekend each year the kid-friendly destination decorates itself into a holiday delight that offers additional things to see and do for regulars who attend the zoo often and know it by heart. Arts & crafts, candy treats, music and entertainment (the animals are the main show!) offer families and adults the perfect Halloween escape.

There's a giant Pumpkin Patch with jack-o-lantern carving, photo opportunities, The Freaky Fun House at Treetops Terrace with Halloween entertainment, tasty treats, face painting, wacky mirrors, and an amusement zone filled with games.

While there are many Boo at the Zoo events throughout California, the Los Angeles Zoo Halloween experience promises to be one of the highlights of any weekend entertainment option during your Halloween season.

Location: Los Angeles Zoo and Botanical Gardens, 5333 Zoo Drive , Los Angeles, CA 90027
Call: (323) 644-4200 / lazoo.org