From TOLEDO ZOO & AQUARIUM
The Toledo Zoo’s autumn tradition is back. Harvest Fest 2025 kicked off on Wednesday, Oct. 1, which has transformed the zoo into a fall scene, filled with giant pumpkins, festive food, live entertainment, and a lineup of seasonal activities for guests of all ages.
The 2025 festival blends longtime favorites with fresh offerings. Guests can stroll past towering pumpkin displays, watch animals explore fall-themed enrichment, or participate in hands-on demonstrations. Evenings at the zoo transform into social gatherings with a craft beer tasting, bourbon pairings, and college night festivities.
Harvest Fest will run daily through Oct. 31. Admission is from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Mondays through Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays, with the zoo closing at 5 p.m. On Thursdays and Fridays, extended hours are from 10 a.m. – 8 p.m., with the zoo closing at 9 p.m.
Fall events:
- Oct. 9 – U at the Zoo College Night: current students only, separate fee
- Oct. 16-17 – Little Boo presented by Meijer: toddlers and preschoolers, separate fee, reservations required
- Oct. 18-19 – Pumpkin Path: all ages, separate fee, reservations required
- Oct. 21-23 – 125 Years of Impact Symposium: free event, reservations required
- Oct. 23 – Impact to Action: A Legacy Gala: separate fee, 21+
- Oct. 25 – Pumpkin Stomp & Chomp, included with admission, free for members
- Nov. 1 – F & M Bank Roar & Pour, separate fee, reservations required, 21+
Every weekend in October will feature autumn activities, including pumpkin carving demonstrations, animal enrichment events, live music, and character appearances. Select dates feature workshops and horticulture tours that give guests a deeper look at fall’s natural beauty.
Harvest Fest runs through Oct. 31. For tickets and event details, visit toledozoo.org/harvest-fest.
