The Cape May County Zoo will host their annual party, Boo at the Zoo on Saturday, Oct. 18 from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. It’s free and open to the public.

Wear your costume to this free annual event which includes games, prizes, crafts and even a scavenger hunt.

The Halloween costume contest, sponsored by Aramark, starts at 11 a.m. in front of the Ark in the Park gift shop where prizes will be awarded following the parade through the zoo.

Other Boo at the Zoo activities include a live creepy creature animal show at noon, 1 p.m. and 2 p.m.

The Cape May County Zoo is located at 707 Route 9 North in Court House.

The free Zoo is open, weather permitting, 364 days a year--closed on Christmas Day.

For additional information, please call 609-465-5271 or visit www.capemaycountygov.net.