Seasonal & Holidays

Turtle Back Zoo To Hold 'Howl-O-Ween' For 2015 In Essex County

Young trick-or-treaters can enjoy the holiday in a safe environment at this upcoming NJ event.

The Turtle Back Zoo in Essex County will host a “Howl-O-Ween” celebration on Saturday, Oct. 31, from 4 to 8 p.m., at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange.

According to a release, the event will feature a “safe and controlled atmosphere” for local kids to dress in costume and trick-or-treat at zoo stations set up with candy. Additional attractions include a “not-so-scary train ride.”

The Turtle Back Zoo will be closed the day of the event from 2:30 to 4 p.m. to prepare. Admission is $4 for Zoological Society of New Jersey members and $6 for non-members.

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