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Sat, Oct 24: ZooBoo at Fresno Chaffee Zoo, Fresno Chaffee Zoo (Fresno). Non-members: adults (12+) $22, children (2–11) $20. Members: $18 and $16. Under 2 free. Parking $5 per car.📅 Add to calendar
Sun, Oct 25: Sniffari Night: ZooBoo edition, Fresno Chaffee Zoo (Fresno). Non-members: adults (12+) $22, children (2–11) $20, dogs $25. Members: $18 and $16, dogs $25. One dog ticket per adult ticket.📅 Add to calendar
Fresno Chaffee Zoo · Fresno (Fresno Chaffee Zoo, 894 W Belmont Ave · Roeding Park & West Fresno)
Trick-or-treatingPaidNext: Sat, Oct 24Good for little kids (2–4)Roeding Park & West FresnoAll ages welcome
After-hours Halloween at the zoo with trick-or-treating, costumed characters, magic shows and animal encounters (giraffe feeding and stingray touch cost extra). The zoo calls it kid-friendly and says no weapons, no extremely scary or gory costumes, and no balloons. The last night is today, Oct 24.
Fresno Chaffee Zoo · Fresno (Fresno Chaffee Zoo, 894 W Belmont Ave · Roeding Park & West Fresno)
Halloween eventPaidNext: Sun, Oct 25Roeding Park & West FresnoAll ages welcome
Bring your well-behaved, leashed dog to the zoo after hours for trick-or-treating and a pooch parade. Guests without dogs are welcome. Dog costumes welcome.
Fresno Chaffee Zoo · Fresno (Fresno Chaffee Zoo, 894 W Belmont Ave · Roeding Park & West Fresno)
Trick-or-treatingPaidNext: Sat, Oct 24Good for little kids (2–4)Roeding Park & West FresnoAll ages welcome
After-hours Halloween at the zoo with trick-or-treating, costumed characters, magic shows and animal encounters (giraffe feeding and stingray touch cost extra). The zoo calls it kid-friendly and says no weapons, no extremely scary or gory costumes, and no balloons. The last night is today, Oct 24.
Fresno Chaffee Zoo · Fresno (Fresno Chaffee Zoo, 894 W Belmont Ave · Roeding Park & West Fresno)
Halloween eventPaidNext: Sun, Oct 25Roeding Park & West FresnoAll ages welcome
Bring your well-behaved, leashed dog to the zoo after hours for trick-or-treating and a pooch parade. Guests without dogs are welcome. Dog costumes welcome.
Most neighborhoods trick-or-treat on the evening of Saturday, Oct 31. Evenings cool off quickly, so bring a light jacket.
Young children should go with an adult. Stay in well-lit areas and carry a charged phone.
Clocks fall back one hour on Sunday, Nov 1.
Homeschool days & classes (3 listings)
Group field trips at Fresno Chaffee Zoo
Fresno Chaffee Zoo · Fresno (Fresno Chaffee Zoo, 894 W Belmont Ave · Roeding Park & West Fresno)
ZooPaidOngoing / by arrangementRoeding Park & West FresnoKids · Teens
Group field trips on weekdays, with self-guided visits plus optional programs: Zoo Quests (grades K–6), Docent Tours (grade 1 and up) and Career Labs (grade 3 and up). The zoo also posts free digital lesson modules (Wetlands, Deserts, Rainforest, Grasslands, Oceans) and scavenger-hunt packets for visits.
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When: Weekdays by reservation (book at least 1 month ahead)
Time: Not listed on source
Price: Self-guided: students $8.50, adults $12.50 (Fresno County groups). Non-Fresno County groups: students $9.50, adults $13.50. 1 free adult per 5 students. Minimum 10 guests.
Ages: Grades K–12 (varies by program)
Booking: Reserve at least 1 month ahead. Pay in one lump sum by the day of the visit. Roeding Park charges $5 per car for parking.
⚠️ Not fully confirmed: The zoo says it accepts reservations from "any licensed organization" providing education. It does not name homeschool groups, so confirm that your group qualifies.
Homeschool art tours and classes at Fresno Art Museum
Fresno Art Museum · Fresno (Fresno Art Museum, 2233 N First St · Central & North Fresno)
Art museumPrice not listedOngoing / by arrangementCentral & North FresnoKids · Teens
Homeschool groups can book an ArtLink tour (up to twice a year, a new experience with each exhibition series). Groups of at least six homeschool students can commit to afternoon art classes four times a month on a Tuesday or Thursday, with space, materials, lesson plans and a trained instructor provided.
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When: By arrangement (Tue or Thu afternoons for classes)
Time: Not listed on source
Price: Group rates and class fees are not listed.
Ages: K–12 homeschool students
Booking: Contact the museum's education department to reserve a date or learn about rates.
⚠️ Not fully confirmed: The page gives no fees, dates or ages for these options.
Fresno Art Museum · Fresno (Fresno Art Museum, 2233 N First St · Central & North Fresno)
Art museumPaidOngoing / by arrangementCentral & North FresnoAll ages welcome
Open Thursday to Sunday, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Free parking in the city lots. The museum's Family Days are free and usually happen twice a year.
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When: Thu–Sun, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Time: Not listed on source
Price: Youth (5–17) $7, adults $10, children 4 and under free. Veterans and active military free with ID.
Ages: All ages
Booking: Not listed on source
⚠️ Not fully confirmed: The museum page says free first and third Sundays ran "through June 2026". We found no extension, so we do not list free Sundays.
Fresno Discovery Center · Fresno (Fresno Discovery Center, 1944 N Winery Ave · Central & North Fresno)
Science centerPaidOngoing / by arrangementGood for little kids (2–4)Central & North FresnoAll ages welcome
Hands-on science exhibits, plus Sensory Sundays, Music Mondays and Saturday Science programs listed on the home page. Open Monday and Friday 9–1, Saturday and Sunday 9–4, and closed Tuesday to Thursday.
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When: Mon & Fri 9–1; Sat & Sun 9–4
Time: Not listed on source
Price: $8 non-members. Free for members, children 2 and under, and military/veterans with ID.
Fresno Chaffee Zoo · Fresno (Fresno Chaffee Zoo, 894 W Belmont Ave · Roeding Park & West Fresno)
Little-kid classPaidOngoing / by arrangementGood for little kids (2–4)Roeding Park & West FresnoPreschool
An 8-week grown-up-and-me class for little ones about animals that thrive in cold places. Each week has crafts, story time, songs and a meet-and-greet with an animal ambassador. Pick Wednesday 9–10, Wednesday 11–12 or Thursday 9–10.
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When: Eight weeks, listed as Jan 3 to Mar 4, 2027
Time: Wed 9–10 or 11–12, Thu 9–10
Price: Members $90 for the series (1 adult + 1 child). Non-members $152, which includes 2 Total Zoo Experience tickets per participant. Online and kiosk sales add a $2.50 fee.
Ages: 18 months to 5 years (with one grown-up)
Booking: Not listed on source
⚠️ Not fully confirmed: The page lists a start date of Jan 3, 2027, which is a Sunday, while classes are on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Check the exact first class date.