This week’s events, in your region, on one page.
Boo at the Zoo
Merry-not-scary Halloween in Adventure Cove — Trick-or-Treat Trail, character ambassadors, mazes, pumpkin carving, and rides included with Zoo admission.
WHO Family
WhenMon Oct 12 – Sun Oct 25, 2026 · Saturdays & Sundays Oct 3–4, 10–11, 17–18, 24–25, 2026 · 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m
WhereColumbus Zoo and Aquarium — Adventure Cove, 4850 W. Powell Road (Delaware County)
CostIncluded with Zoo admission
Columbus Zoo Lantern Festival
70+ Asian lantern sets after hours — new dinosaur lanterns for 2026, with complimentary parking and select rides included.
WHO Family
WhenMon Oct 12 – Sun Oct 25, 2026 · Aug 20–Oct 25. Thu–Sun evenings 7:30–10:30 p.m
WhereColumbus Zoo and Aquarium, 4850 W. Powell Road (Delaware County)
CostSee organizer website for details
Candy by the Carload
Trunk-or-treat with Powell community organizations at Adventure Park; free, open to all, no registration.
WHO Family
WhenSun Oct 25, 2026 · 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Where260 Adventure Park Dr, Powell (Delaware County)
CostFree
Wildlights at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
Millions of LED zoo lights and animated holiday shows fill the Columbus Zoo — Wildlights runs into the new year.
WHO Family
WhenFri Nov 20, 2026–Sun Jan 3, 2027 · Contact organizer for hours
WhereColumbus Zoo and Aquarium, 4850 W. Powell Road, Powell
CostSee organizer website for details