Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens Spooktacular

Get ready for a hauntingly good time at the 38th annual Spooktacular, presented by VyStar Credit Union! Whether you crave spooky thrills or a family-friendly adventure, Spooktacular has something for everyone.

Explore the Zoo and Botanical Gardens and discover a world of spooky delights and seasonal fun! Enjoy over eight treat stations throughout the grounds, then head to the Great Lawn for fall festivities including carnival games, crafts, DJs and photo ops. For those daring enough, the Lost Swamp returns with a chilling comeback in Riverview Gardens, where demented forest creatures lurk in the shadows, ready to torment brave souls who enter their eerie domain. (Recommended for ages 13+.)

Sensory-Friendly Night on October 12 – No scares, loud sounds or flashing lights.