Trick-or-treat and meet animal ambassadors at the zoo today. Gulf Shores, Ala. – (OBA) – Families looking for a fun and friendly way to celebrate Halloween need look no further than the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo, as it hosts its annual "Boo at the Zoo" event today, October 19, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. This special Halloween gathering offers a morning of scare-free festivities perfect for children and families alike.