Highlights
Racine Zoo's 5th annual Jack-O'-Lantern Nights offers dazzling lights, spooky displays, and an award-nominated Halloween event.
About This Deal
Highlights
- Dazzling light displays and charming Halloween decorations create an immersive ambiance along a dedicated paved pathway.
- Enjoy a fresh new look for the 5th annual Jack-O'-Lantern Nights, enhancing the unique Halloween experience.
- Discover spooky lighting and festive photo opportunities with pumpkin displays and hay bales.
- Walk through an event recognized as an Innovation Award nominee for the 2023 Wisconsin Governor’s Tourism Awards.
- A perfect gift for families and friends seeking a unique and festive fall evening outing.
Please note: Admission to the Zoo during the day is not included, as this is a separate nighttime event.
What to Expect
As visitors step into the crisp fall air at the Racine Zoo, they are immediately enveloped in the enchanting glow of dazzling lights and charming Halloween decorations. A dedicated paved pathway guides them through the Zoo, transforming each step into a journey deeper into the Halloween spirit. This fifth annual Jack-O'-Lantern Nights event boasts a fresh, new look, promising an even more captivating experience for all ages.
Continuing along the brightly lit path, guests will encounter Halloween-themed up-lighting that perfectly sets the ambiance. Around every corner, they will discover vibrant pumpkin displays, rustic tractors, and delightful photo-ops with pumpkins and hay bales. The entire route is filled with spooky lighting, ensuring a fully immersive and unforgettable Halloween adventure.
Plan Your Visit
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Operating Hours
Thursday - Sunday from 6 PM to 10 PM. Last admission is at 9:30 PM.
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Ticket Validity
The event runs from October 1-31, 2026. The promotional value must be used in a single visit and does not include admission to the Zoo during the day, as this is a separate nighttime event.
Important Information: This deal provides admission exclusively to the nighttime Jack-O’Lantern Nights event and does not include daytime admission to the Zoo.
Event Schedule
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6 PM - 10 PM
Jack-O’-Lantern Nights
Enjoy the dazzling light displays and festive Halloween decorations. Last admission is at 9:30 PM.
How It Works
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Grab the Deal
Buy your Groupon first!
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No reservation needed!
Just show up whenever you’re ready.
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Redeem your Mobile Ticket
Scan your Groupon upon arrival.
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Enjoy the Experience!
Fine Print
- Event runs October 1–31, 2026.
- Valid only for the option purchased.
- Promotional value must be used in a single visit.
- Does not include admission to the Zoo during the day.
- This is a separate nighttime event.
About Racine Zoo
Nestled on the sandy shores of beautiful Lake Michigan, the Racine Zoo is home to some of the world's most remarkable and endangered wildlife. The walk is easy for kids and seniors, making the Racine Zoo a great way to enjoy the outdoors with the family.
Currently, the Racine Zoo cares for approximately 75 different species and over 300 individual animals from Wisconsin and around the world.
Each year, more than 140,000 guests visit the Racine Zoo’s 32-acre park on the shores of Lake Michigan.
