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Halloweekend at Ross Park: Fang-tastic Fun for the Whole Family

Discovery Center and Zoo offer extravaganza of treats, thrills, and prizes October 28-29

By Kate Fletcher, Macaroni KID Binghamton Publisher October 22, 2023

The Discovery Center of the Southern Tier and Ross Park Zoo are excited to host Halloweekend at Ross Park 10AM-3PM on Saturday and Sunday, October 28-29, 2023. This family-friendly event will feature trick-or-treating, costume contests, crafts, activities, and performances. Visitors can trick-or-treat at both The Discovery Center and the Zoo, and participate in a variety of festive activities.

Every child who trick-or-treats at The Discovery Center for Halloweekend will receive a spooktacular 25% off coupon for tickets to Bluey's Big Play at the Forum Theater on November 1 & 2. In addition to this fang-tastic deal, there will also be a drawing for a family package of 4 tickets to see Bluey's Big Play. Entries will be accepted both Saturday and Sunday, with the drawing taking place at the conclusion of Halloweekend on Sunday.

On Saturday, October 28, nursing students from Binghamton University will be presenting Healthy Halloween games, activities, and displays providing a great opportunity for families to learn about healthy eating and living habits.

Admission to Halloweekend at Ross Park (including admission to The Discovery Center and Ross Park Zoo) is $10 for members, $13 for not-yet-members, and free for children under 24 months. To purchase tickets and for more information about Halloweekend at Ross Park, visit thediscoverycenter.org/event/halloweekend-at-ross-park.


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