Join Us for Night Eyes at Blank Park Zoo


After 22 years, Night Eyes at Blank Park Zoo has become the sweetest Halloween fun in Central Iowa, and this year’s 23rd annual event is sure to continue the tradition!

This merry, not scary event will have children and adults go on a treat safari, travel along the yellow brick road, explore Fareway Food Stores Haunted Forest, and travel past the sea of orange at the Dahl’s Pumpkin Patch. Don’t miss this sweet and enchanting tradition.

Come out in costume and don’t forget to check out all the animals at the Zoo to!

Night Eyes takes place on October 17–20 & 24–27

Thursday & Fridays: 5:30pm–8:00pm
Saturday & Sundays: 1:00pm–8:00pm

Advance Tickets: $3 (purchased on or before October 17)
Gate Tickets: $5, children under one are free
Zoo Member: $4

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*Night Eyes admission supports the many programs and opportunities that are brought to our community and ensures quality care for our many animal friends.

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