Halloween 2026 at the Paris Zoological Park: thrills and animals on the program

For Halloween 2026, the Paris Zoological Park invites families to discover animals in a new way with a special program during the All Saints’ Day holidays. Shows, meet-and-greets and activities around creatures that frighten will be on the agenda.

What to do for Halloween 2026? If the amusement parks have already dressed up in their scariest decorations, the events in the capital are in full swing. For the fearless kids, the Paris Zoological Park is offering a 100% thrills-filled day. Meet fantastical creatures, dragons, fauns, animals, and even witches right inside the park, as you weave between the animal enclosures. The children are invited to tackle the challenges set by these creatures, before catching their grand parade scheduled to start at 4 pm.

What’s on for Halloween 2026 at the Paris Zoological Park:

feedings and activities (pumpkin and spider-web decorations option)
spine-tingling tales to discover near the vultures (recommended for ages 4 and up)
strolls by fantastical creatures
make-up station
Planktonautes workshops: discover the astonishing plankton creatures under the microscope
discount on admission if you come in costume (-20% off adult and child tickets, provided you wear a full costume, valid October 31 from 10:00 to 16:00; fake firearms will not be accepted)

At the Parc zoologique, giraffes, lions and even rhinoceroses offer an unusual stroll through the 14-hectare Bois de Vincennes, with its 3,000 animals to discover. The thrill day is part of the Parc zoologique de Paris ' series of wild autumn events. These include the Paris Zoo Run, a race through the Parc zoologique de Paris, and the Paroles d'experts, an opportunity to talk to the park's professionals. Entrance to the park entitles you to all activities free of charge, including the late afternoon parade.

To purchase your admission ticket, expect to pay €22 per adult at full price, €17 for adult reduced fare, €17 for children aged 3 to 12, with under-3s entering free.

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