Looking for things to do in Toronto this Halloween weekend? On Saturday, October 24 and Sunday, October 25, 2026, your three best family-friendly picks are Boo at the Zoo at the Toronto Zoo, Halloween at The Village at Black Creek, and Legends of Horror at Casa Loma.
Key takeaways
- Toronto Zoo: kids 12 and under in costume get 50% off admission with a paying adult (code 50boo).
- The Village at Black Creek: a daytime Halloween festival built for kids aged 3 to 12.
- Casa Loma: Family Hours (5 to 6:30 p.m.) have no live actors; the scarier version starts at 7 p.m.
- All three run again on Saturday, October 31, if this weekend doesn’t work.
50% off
Zoo admission for costumed kids 12 and under
$22.50
Child ticket at Black Creek (plus HST)
5 p.m.
Casa Loma Family Hours start
Oct 31
Last date for all three events
Things to do in Toronto this Halloween weekend: compare the 3 picks
Each event suits a different age and a different time of day. Here’s the quick comparison, using prices and hours from each venue’s own website.
| Event | Best for | Oct 24-25 hours | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boo at the Zoo (Toronto Zoo) | Toddlers to tweens, animal fans | Event 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. (zoo open 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) | Free with zoo admission; costumed kids 12 and under 50% off |
| Halloween at The Village (Black Creek) | Kids 3 to 12 | 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. | Adults $27.45, kids 4-14 $22.50, 3 and under free (plus HST) |
| Legends of Horror, Family Hours (Casa Loma) | Older kids with parents | 5 to 6:30 p.m. | $45 online, $50 at the door |
| Legends of Horror, standard (Casa Loma) | Teens and adults who like scares | From 7 p.m. | $55 online, $60 at the door |
Boo at the Zoo
The zoo’s Halloween Spooktacular runs in the Discovery Zone. Expect treat stations, a costume contest, music, special animal encounters and a walk-through haunted attraction.
Character photo appearances change by day, so check the zoo’s event page if your child has a favourite. To get the costume discount, enter the code 50boo when you buy tickets online.
Halloween at The Village at Black Creek
This is the gentlest option. Stations include a Witches’ Lair, spooky stories in an Enchanted Library, a slimy science show, carnival games and puppet-making.
It runs rain or shine, with outdoor stations moving indoors in bad weather. Costumes are encouraged, but the Village asks for no weapons or scary masks.
Legends of Horror at Casa Loma
This is a self-guided walk of about 2 km through the castle grounds and tunnels, and it takes over an hour. Standard hours have live scare actors.
Casa Loma recommends Family Hours for younger children, because they’re earlier and have no live actors. Anyone 16 or under must be with an adult.
How to plan your Halloween weekend
- Pick by age, not by hype. Under 5? Go for the zoo or Black Creek. Teens who want real scares? Book Casa Loma’s standard hours.
- Book online before you go. Black Creek tickets are reserved online, and Casa Loma is cheaper online ($5 less than at the door).
- Use the zoo code. Enter 50boo at checkout for each costumed child 12 and under, and bring an adult paying regular admission.
- Stack two events. The zoo or Black Creek in the morning, then Casa Loma Family Hours at 5 p.m., makes a full Halloween day.
- Check the weather and the event page that morning. The zoo says its events can change without notice, and Casa Loma cancels only in severe weather (ticketholders get an email).
The catch: what to know before you go
Casa Loma isn’t for everyone. The route is mostly outdoors with tunnels and staircases, so it isn’t wheelchair or walker accessible, and strollers aren’t allowed.
Casa Loma is also cashless, and tickets are non-refundable. You can exchange them for another date if there’s space.
Black Creek charges for on-site parking. The zoo’s Halloween activities only run from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., so arriving mid-afternoon means you’ll miss them.
Safety and privacy tips for families
Put your phone number on your child. A wristband or a note in a pocket helps staff reunite you quickly in a busy crowd.
Post photos later, not live. Sharing costume pics is fun, but waiting until you’re home avoids broadcasting exactly where your kids are right now.
Need a costume by Saturday? Our guide to cheap Halloween costume ideas with AI turns clothes you already own into a costume for under $10.
Station take
For young families, Black Creek is the safest bet: it’s built for ages 3 to 12, runs rain or shine and keeps the scares mild.
The zoo is the best value if your kids will dress up, since the 50% costume discount is a real saving. Casa Loma is the one to pick for teens, or for a date night once the kids are in bed.
Missed Toronto’s big fall art night? See our Nuit Blanche Toronto guide, and find more local plans in GTA.
FAQ
Is Boo at the Zoo free?
The Halloween activities are free with regular zoo admission. Kids 12 and under in costume get 50% off admission with a paying adult and the code 50boo.
Is Casa Loma Legends of Horror too scary for kids?
It can be for young children during standard hours. Casa Loma recommends its Family Hours (5 to 6:30 p.m. on select dates), which have no live actors, and advises parental discretion.
What Halloween events are on in Toronto on October 31, 2026?
Boo at the Zoo, Halloween at The Village at Black Creek and Legends of Horror at Casa Loma all run on Saturday, October 31, with the same hours as this weekend.
Does Halloween at Black Creek happen in the rain?
Yes. The Village says it runs rain or shine, and outdoor stations move indoors if the weather turns bad.
Sources: Toronto Zoo: Halloween Spooktacular · Family Fun Canada · The Village at Black Creek: Halloween · Legends of Horror at Casa Loma · To Do Canada · Curiocity. Prices and hours checked October 23, 2026; events can change, so confirm with each venue before you go. Photos: Pixabay / Pexels (free licence). This article was prepared with AI assistance and reviewed by Media Station. Disclosure.