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This event is in the past.It took place on October 31, 2026 at Prospect Park Zoo.

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Nature Spots

Spooktober

October 3 at 10am - October 31

At Prospect Park Zoo

Brooklyn

馃懟Come in costume to take photos in the festive harvest spots.
馃晲Visitor Karen advises coming by at opening to avoid the crowds.
馃挼Bring cash or coins for dispenser machines if you want to feed the animals.

Tombstones of extinct animals mark the sea lion court in Prospect Park Zoo, where visitors walk a spooky trail, inspect harvest decorations in costume, and encounter nocturnal wildlife during weekend Halloween events.

Extinct animal tombstones
Spooky walking trail
Spooky Science activities
Festive harvest photos

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  • Extinct animal tombstones
  • Spooky walking trail
  • Spooky Science activities
  • Festive harvest photos
  • Prospect Park Zoo
  • Brooklyn

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