Be our overnight guest for a howling good time and enjoy the thrill of the zoo after dark. During your adventure, learn the truth about "scary" animals through halloween-themed activities, games, live animal encounters, and night tours. Your adventure includes Trick-or-Treat stations and hot breakfast the next morning that includes pancakes, eggs, bacon, and coffee! Bring your own tent to tent camp in the Crooked House Meadow, or sleep indoors inside the Learning Lodge classroom. Class fee is for each individual participant. All children must be accompanied by a paying adult. Sleepover participants must be at least 5 years old. Please contact the Zoo Education Department if you have any questions regarding registration for this event (408)-794-6424.
- Saturday, October 20th, 2018 at 6:00pm to Sunday, October 21st, 2018 at 10:00am
Overview of Evening Activities
- 6:00-7:00 Check In, Set Up Camp, Crafts
- 7:00-7:45 Animal Extravaganza Presentation
- 7:45-8:15 Zoo-themed Games
- 8:15-8:30 Bathroom Break
- 8:30-9:15 Flashlight Zoo Tour
- 9:15-9:45 Story & Snacktime
Overview of Morning Activities
- 7:00-8:15 Rise and Shine! Pack Up Camp, Take Belongings to Car
- 7:30-8:15 Hot Breakfast: pancakes, eggs, bacon, coffee, juice
- 8:15-9:15 Behind-the-Scenes Morning Tour
- 9:15-9:45 Up-close Animal Encounters
- 9:45-10:00 Wrap-Up, Goodbyes
What to Bring
- Tent (if sleeping outdoors)
- Air mattress or foam pad (indoor sleeping is on concrete floor)
- Sleeping bag
- Pillow
- Flashlight
- Personal items: toothbrush, toiletries, washcloth, etc.
- Weather appropriate clothing, including a warm jacket
- Pajamas and change of clothes for the next day
- Flashlight
Please Do Not Bring
- Electronic devices, i.e. video games, ipods, etc.
- Alcohol
Please Note
The rides, playgrounds, Picnic Basket, and Explore & More Store will not be open during the sleepover. Instead, we have a fun-filled night of special activities, games and animal encounters prepared for you and your family! Participants are welcome to Stay and Play at HHPZ after the sleepover when these attractions will be available after 10:00am.
*Happy Hollow Members use coupon code HHMEM to receive your 10% member discount!
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The City of San Jose’s Department of Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services’ Citywide Scholarship Program will ensure that residents of the City of San Jose in need have access to department programs, classes, and activities. All requests are subject to available funding and qualifications. Please contact for more information.
