Halloween

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The zoo's after-hours Halloween event. Zoo members $11.95, non-member kids ages 3-12 $17.95, non-member adults $20.95, kids 2 and under free (reserve a ticket anyway). Tickets are online-only and this one sells out — the zoo closes early (3:30 PM) to reset for it. Also runs Oct 16-17, 23-24 and 31.

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Too Cute to Spook trick-or-treat trail (kids 12 and under, 6-8 PM, flat paved route), a family-friendly Glow Trail (7-11 PM) and a Haunted Trail (7-11 PM, not recommended for kids under 13; strobes, fog, uneven terrain, no costumes or masks for guests over 12). $15 ages 13+, $7 ages 4-12, free ages 3 and under; shuttle, trails, kids zone and bonfire included. Park at the Volkswagen lot and ride the shuttle: ticket booth closes at 10 PM, arrive by 9:30. Service animals only. Also runs Oct 9-10.

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New! Costumes, crafts, live critters from the Tennessee Aquarium, a potion lab, bubble painting, a bounce house, s'mores and the new Spooky Town exhibit. $22 general, $10 members, $5 with EBT. Also Saturday Oct 10; pick one date when buying tickets (refunds aren't available, but you may switch days).

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Canceled for Saturday Oct 10 due to inclement weather, per the zoo. No make-up date is posted. Ticket holders: watch your email for the zoo's instructions on rescheduling to another date or requesting a refund. Boo in the Zoo still runs Oct 16-17, 23-24 and 31.

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Too Cute to Spook trick-or-treat trail (kids 12 and under, 6-8 PM, flat paved route), a family-friendly Glow Trail (7-11 PM) and a Haunted Trail (7-11 PM, not recommended for kids under 13; strobes, fog, uneven terrain, no costumes or masks for guests over 12). $15 ages 13+, $7 ages 4-12, free ages 3 and under; shuttle, trails, kids zone and bonfire included. Park at the Volkswagen lot and ride the shuttle: ticket booth closes at 10 PM, arrive by 9:30. Service animals only. Also runs Oct 9-10.

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New! Costumes, crafts, live critters from the Tennessee Aquarium, a potion lab, bubble painting, a bounce house, s'mores and the new Spooky Town exhibit. $22 general, $10 members, $5 with EBT. Also Friday Oct 9; pick one date when buying tickets (refunds aren't available, but you may switch days).

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New! Free and pet-friendly. A Halloween costume parade and contest for pets, plus pet vendors and rescues, artisan and food vendors, and family fun on the riverfront.

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New! SCUBA divers carve jack-o'-lanterns underwater while fish swim past, part of the Aquarium's ODDtober. This Saturday's show is in the River Giants gallery. Runs every Saturday in October.

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The zoo's after-hours Halloween event. Zoo members $11.95, non-member kids ages 3-12 $17.95, non-member adults $20.95, kids 2 and under free (reserve a ticket anyway). Tickets are online-only and this one sells out — the zoo closes early (3:30 PM) to reset for it.

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The zoo's after-hours Halloween event. Zoo members $11.95, non-member kids ages 3-12 $17.95, non-member adults $20.95, kids 2 and under free (reserve a ticket anyway). Tickets are online-only and this one sells out — the zoo closes early (3:30 PM) to reset for it.

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New! SCUBA divers carve jack-o'-lanterns underwater while fish swim past, part of the Aquarium's ODDtober. This Saturday's show is in the Tennessee River gallery. Runs every Saturday in October.

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The zoo's after-hours Halloween event. Zoo members $11.95, non-member kids ages 3-12 $17.95, non-member adults $20.95, kids 2 and under free (reserve a ticket anyway). Tickets are online-only and this one sells out — the zoo closes early (3:30 PM) to reset for it.

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A free community trunk-or-treat for young children in costume, hosted by Morning Pointe of Hixson with Life Care Center of Hixson and Hughes Farmers Market.

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The zoo's after-hours Halloween event. Zoo members $11.95, non-member kids ages 3-12 $17.95, non-member adults $20.95, kids 2 and under free (reserve a ticket anyway). Tickets are online-only and this one sells out — the zoo closes early (3:30 PM) to reset for it.

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New! SCUBA divers carve jack-o'-lanterns underwater while fish swim past, part of the Aquarium's ODDtober. This Saturday's show is in the River Giants gallery. Runs every Saturday in October.

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New! Free. One of the city's largest family Halloween events — 30+ churches and community groups handing out candy from decorated trunks, city vehicles on display, free CARTA and Dolly Bus rides, inflatables and food trucks.

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New! Free for families; registration required. A trick-or-treat night designed for children with mobility, developmental and sensory differences: reduced sensory stimulation, allergy-conscious treats and non-candy options, and accommodations so every child can take part comfortably.

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Halloween haunted grounds with vendors and food. $20 ages 9 and up, $7 ages 8 and under; optional inflatables wristband $10. Heads up: some attractions can be intense for younger guests, with darkness, loud sounds, jump scares and disorienting spaces, and the organizer advises parental discretion. Runs Oct 28-31.

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Halloween haunted grounds with vendors and food. $20 ages 9 and up, $7 ages 8 and under; optional inflatables wristband $10. Heads up: some attractions can be intense for younger guests, with darkness, loud sounds, jump scares and disorienting spaces, and the organizer advises parental discretion. Runs Oct 28-31.

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New! The Aquarium's family-friendly Halloween night: costumed SCUBA divers, themed decorations, music and candy. Costumes encouraged, children must be accompanied by an adult. Buy tickets in advance since it often sells out; check the Aquarium's page for prices.

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Halloween haunted grounds with vendors and food. $20 ages 9 and up, $7 ages 8 and under; optional inflatables wristband $10. Heads up: some attractions can be intense for younger guests, with darkness, loud sounds, jump scares and disorienting spaces, and the organizer advises parental discretion. Runs Oct 28-31.

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New! Free. A Halloween-themed sing-along with the Chattanooga Boys Choir, open to the public — costumes welcome.

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Halloween night at the zoo's after-hours event. Zoo members $11.95, non-member kids ages 3-12 $17.95, non-member adults $20.95, kids 2 and under free (reserve a ticket anyway). Tickets are online-only and this one sells out — the zoo closes early (3:30 PM) to reset for it.

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A free family Halloween block party hosted by First Things First: face painting, inflatables, activities, giveaways, candy and a DJ.

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New! Free. Four city community centers host Halloween parties and trunk-or-treats on Halloween night — open to the public, costumes encouraged.

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A special day during the farm's Fall Festival: kids 14 and under in costume get in free and guests 15 and older in costume get half off regular $12 admission. Corn maze, hayrides, pumpkins and farm animals; free parking and restrooms.

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Halloween haunted grounds with vendors and food. $20 ages 9 and up, $7 ages 8 and under; optional inflatables wristband $10. Heads up: some attractions can be intense for younger guests, with darkness, loud sounds, jump scares and disorienting spaces, and the organizer advises parental discretion. Runs Oct 28-31.

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Candy, music and fun for kids, hosted by the Lone Oak Community Center and Lone Oak Volunteer Fire Department. Costumes encouraged. The page doesn't say whether there is a fee.

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An outdoor talk with Wildlife Curator Taylor and Winnie, the barn owl ambassador. Paid tickets through Eventbrite, adults need one too; no dogs. Weather can cancel it.

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New! SCUBA divers carve jack-o'-lanterns underwater while fish swim past, part of the Aquarium's ODDtober. This Saturday's show is in the Tennessee River gallery. Runs every Saturday in October.