Spooktacular 2026

Dates: Every Friday & Saturday in October

Gates Open: 4:00pm for all ticket holders

Location: Auchingarrich, Comrie, Perthshire, PH6 2JE

Car Park: Parking is free

Checkin: Please check in at the Welcome Desk on arrival

Duration: The event lasts approx 60 mins in total from checkin

Access: Sadly not suitable for pushchairs or wheelchairs 

Dress Code: Wear warm clothes and suitable footwear for woodland paths – fancy dress is very welcome! Infact, sparkling or flashing scares away the ghosts and ghouls

Pre-book: Marshmallow tokens are available online only – limited availability!

 

 

 

 

Tickets & Booking
Q: How much are tickets?
A: £8 per child, £12 per adult, or £38 for a family ticket (2 adults + 2 children). Every ticket includes free entry to Perthshire Zoo, all event activities and the free tractor ride.

Q: Can I change my booking date?
A: Yes! If we have to cancel due to severe weather, or if you need to reschedule, you can move your booking to another available date completely free of charge.

Are refunds available?
A: We do not offer refunds, but you can transfer your booking to an alternative date for free.

Do I need to book in advance?
A: Yes – sessions sell out fast! Marshmallow tokens must also be pre-purchased online and cannot be bought on the day.

 

Times & Sessions
Q: What time should I arrive?
A: The park opens for Spooktacular guests from 4:00pm. Please arrive 15 minutes before your chosen session time.

Q: Why are there different start times?
A: We’ve designed slots to match scare levels:
Fri 9 & Sat 10 October
7:00pm — ✨ Gentle & Magical (younger children)
7:30pm — 👻 Thrilling & Spooky (older children)
8:00pm — ⚡ Intense Frights (teens)
8:30pm — 💀 Maximum Terror (adults only)

Fri 16 & Sat 17 Oct | Fri 23 & Sat 24 October
6:30pm — ✨ Gentle & Magical (younger children)
7:00pm — 👻 Thrilling & Spooky (older children)
7:30pm — ⚡ Intense Frights (teens)
8:00pm — 💀 Maximum Terror (adults only)

Fri 30 & Sat 31 October — Halloween Special! Extra slots for everyone
5:00pm & 5:30pm — ✨ Gentle & Magical (perfect for our youngest visitors)
6:00pm & 6:30pm — 👻 Thrilling & Spooky (younger/medium children)
7:00pm — ⚡ Intense Frights (teens)
7:30pm — 💀 Maximum Terror (adults only)

Quick note: Sunset gets earlier each week — full darkness falls roughly an hour after sunset. We plan our slots so early sessions feel magical in the dusk, while later sessions are fully dark for the ultimate haunted forest experience!

Q: Does it get darker earlier later in October?
A: Yes – dusk is around 6:30pm at the start of the month, but will fall earlier as October goes on. Please bear this in mind when choosing your slot.

 

Getting Around & Accessibility
Q: Is the tractor ride included?
A: Yes – rides are free for all guests, but capacity is limited. You may need to wait for the next available trailer at busy times.

Q: Is the forest route suitable for wheelchairs or buggies?
A: The walking path is uneven natural terrain and dimly lit, so it is not suitable for wheelchairs, pushchairs or buggies. However, wheelchair users are welcome on our accessible tractor to the forest entrance, where games, music and activities are fully accessible. The full walking route unfortunately cannot be adapted.

Q: What should I wear?
A: Sturdy shoes, warm layers and waterproofs – it can be cold and damp in the forest after dark! Fancy dress is very welcome.

 

Event Rules & Safety
Q: Can we touch the characters or props?
A: No – please stay on the marked path at all times, and do not touch or interact physically with our actors or decorations. Anyone doing so will be asked to leave immediately. Our team works incredibly hard to make this event special – please treat them with respect!

Q: Will there be jump scares?
A: Yes – but only appropriate to your session time. Our team will never jump out at guests in the 6:30pm slot.

Q: What happens if it storms?
A: For safety, we may cancel at short notice. We will give as much warning as possible, but weather can change quickly. You will be able to move your booking to another date for free – no refunds are given.

 

Extras & Facilities
Q: Where can we buy marshmallows for toasting?
A: Tokens must be bought online in advance – you then collect them from the welcome desk and redeem then with Count Dracula at the event to toast your marshmallows over the fire pits.

Q: Is there food available?
A: The Dizzy Duck Cafe is open 4:00pm–8:00pm – show your event ticket for **10% off all meals**.

Q: Are the play barns open?
A: They close promptly at **6:00pm**. Please remove muddy shoes and wet coats before entering.

Q: Can I arrive before 4:00pm?
A: Spooktacular tickets only cover entry from 4:00pm onwards. Normal admission charges apply if you wish to visit earlier or use other park attractions outside of the event.

Q.: Are there toilets?
A: There are toilets at the main entrance next to the gift shop and cafe but there are no toilets in the haunted forest.

Q: Who benefits from this event?
A: This is a fund raising event for the zoo organised by SIE Ltd. The proceeds of this event go to Perthshire Zoo, a charity registered with OSCR SC053939

 

Terms & Conditions – Spooktacular Halloween 2026
By purchasing a ticket and attending our event, you agree to the following terms and conditions. Please read carefully before booking.

 

Weather & Cancellation Policy
- This event takes place entirely outdoors in a forest setting. In the event of severe weather, storms, or other safety risks, we may need to cancel the event at short notice for health and safety reasons.
- Every effort will be made to give you as much advance notice as possible; however, weather conditions can change rapidly and are sometimes beyond our control.
- No refunds will be issued for weather-related cancellations. Instead, you will be offered the option to transfer your booking to an alternative available date free of charge.
- We reserve the right to alter, shorten, or suspend parts of the event at any time if safety is compromised.

 

Accessibility & Terrain
- The Haunted Forest path is uneven, natural terrain and is poorly lit. It is **not suitable for wheelchairs, pushchairs, or buggies.
- If you or a guest uses a wheelchair: you are welcome to use our wheelchair-accessible tractor transport to the forest entrance, where fair games, music, and the welcome area are fully accessible and free to enjoy. Please note that the full forest walking route will not be accessible.
- Please wear sturdy, suitable footwear and warm clothing appropriate for woodland conditions and evening weather.

 

Suitability, Behaviour & Event Rules
- This event includes themed decorations, lighting effects, and costumed characters with jump scares. It takes place after dark and can be frightening – please ensure the event is suitable for your child’s age and sensitivity before booking.
- children must be accompanied by adults at all times
- Stay on the path at all times – for your safety and to protect our decorations and woodland environment.
- Please respect our team: Touching, grabbing, or interfering with our actors or props is strictly not permitted. Anyone doing so will be asked to leave the event immediately. We want this to be fun for everyone – please respect the hard work and effort our team puts in to make this event special!
- Session times are carefully planned to match the level of scares. Please choose the correct time and scare level.
- Dusk falls around 6:30pm at the start of October, but it will get progressively darker earlier as the month goes on – please take this into account when selecting your session.
- Please arrive 15 minutes before your session start time. Late entry may not be possible.

 

Tractor Transport
- The decorated tractor and trailer service has limited capacity.
- Boarding will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis according to arrival time. During busy periods, you may need to wait for the next available ride.

 

Tickets & Park Entry
- Your Spooktacular ticket includes entry to the event, the tractor ride, and Perthshire Zoo during event hours.
- The park opens at 4:00pm for Spooktacular ticket holders only. If you wish to arrive before 4:00pm or use other park attractions outside of the Spooktacular event, standard admission charges will apply.
- Marshmallow tokens must be pre-purchased online and are subject to availability.

 

Play Barn Rules
- Play barns are open until **6:00pm only**.
- To keep our facilities clean and safe: please remove wet or muddy footwear and leave wet coats/outerwear at the entrance before entering.
- Management reserves the right to refuse entry to the play barns if these rules are not followed.

 

Media & General Conduct
- Photographs and video may be taken at the event for promotional use. If you do not wish for your image to be used, please inform a member of staff on arrival.
- All visitors must follow instructions from staff and respect safety signage throughout the site.
- No outside food or drink, alcohol, or fireworks are permitted on site.