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MEDIA
RELEASE
September 28, 2010
CONTACT: Kyle Shepherd, 502-238-5331
502-744-5639 Media Cell
kyle.shepherd@louisvilleky.gov
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Louisville Zoo to hold the sweetest Halloween
party in town
Meijer presents “The World’s Largest
Halloween Party!” at the Louisville Zoo October 8-10, 14-17, 21-24 and
28-30, 2010
((EDITOR’S NOTE: Photos of last year’s event
are available upon request.))
Be seen, not scared. The sweetest Halloween
party in town is almost here.
For 14 nights in October (October 8-10, 14-17,
21-24 and 28-30, 2010) Meijer will present “The World’s Largest
Halloween Party!” at the Louisville Zoo where little ones can dress up
in their wildest costumes and set off on a magical journey through the
Zoo.
This beloved annual community tradition
provides not-so-scary fun for families and features costumed characters
to meet and greet and fanciful, larger-than-life storybook scenes
throughout the Zoo. Plus there’s trick-or-treating for kids 11 and
under. (In an effort to be “green,” we are asking children to bring
their own trick-or-treat bag to the event.) New this year is Toyland,
where everyone’s favorite toys come to life – but they are really larger
than life!
As a special treat, on October 22-23, PNC’s
Grow Up Great Mobile Learning Adventure at the Zoo’s front entrance will
be taking free photos of little ones in their costumes. On October
28-30, the fun will start before guests even enter the party when they
visit Meijer’s Mobile Virtual Playground at the Zoo’s front entrance.
Also be sure to check out:
All main Party festivities are included with
regular party admission.
Several special “thrilling” experiences will be
available for the adventuresome (special fees and some restrictions
apply). These include:
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Dinosaurs! at Night. 16 super life-like
animatronic dinosaurs are amazing during the day but they are
spectacular at night! ($4 per person)
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Spooktacular Haunted Carousel ($2 per
person)
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4-D ride with SpongeBob SquarePants ™($4
per person)
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NEW Zip Line over Meijer’s Pirate’s Cove at
Waterfowl Lake ($10.80)
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Sky Trail ® High Adventure Course ( $6.30)
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The Headless Horseman of Sleepy Hollow
Tour sponsored by Councilman Jim King, District 10 with additional
support from Councilman James Peden, District 23 ($2)
The Zoo closes to daytime visitors at 3 p.m. on event days and Halloween
Party guests can enter from 5 to 8:30 p.m. A special ticket for the
event is required for visitors age 3 and up.
Ticket price is $8 per person at the Zoo or online now at
www.louisvillezoo.org. Advance discount tickets are available at
area Meijer stores for $6.50 ($1.50 off full-priced tickets). Groups of
15 or more can purchase tickets for $6.50 per person online at
www.louisvillezoo.org or by contacting the Zoo’s Group Sales
department at 238-5348 at least 72 hours in advance.
The party is free for Louisville Zoo members (and any persons covered by
their membership) on select nights—October 8-10 and 14-17. Louisville
Zoo Members must purchase half-price tickets ($4) for other nights.
These tickets are only available at the Zoo or online.
This event is one of the Zoo’s major fundraising events, so encourage
friends and family to support the Zoo by attending this time-honored
family activity.
There are various parking options for the Halloween event. To park in
the Zoo’s main parking lot, there is a $5 parking fee per car. Free
parking and shuttle bus service is available at the Derby City Ball
Field (from I-264, drive north toward the Zoo on Poplar Level Road and
turn right at Taylor Avenue by Wendy’s Restaurant. Go to the end of the
block and follow the signs.) Shuttles start about 15 minutes prior the
beginning of the event and do not stop until the last car leaves the
ball field. Shuttles are handicapped accessible and can handle strollers
and wagons.
For answers to frequently asked questions about the party, visit
http://www.louisvillezoo.org/events/halloween.htm.
“The World’s Largest Halloween Party!” presented by Meijer is also made
possible by the sponsorship of Momslikeme.com, PNC Grow Up Great and
Subway.
Additional sponsorship is provided by Councilman Jim King, 10th
District, Gattiland, Kentucky State Fair Board, Kentucky Education
Savings Plan Trust, UPS and White Lion — the movie.
With additional support from All About Kids, Calistoga Artisan
Sandwiches, Caring for your Smile – Dr. Westerman, Carnes and Setzer
Transportation, Chili’s Grill and Bar, Delta Dental, Hartland Equipment
Company, Lead Safe Louisville, Philpott Hay Company, Sysco, Tumbleweed
Southwest Grill and Wolter Chiropractic.
Please Note:
Costumes/Masks: Kids are encouraged to wear
costumes but they are certainly not required. Adults may also wear
costumes but we ask that they be family-friendly (not scary). And since
this event caters to small children we must require that adults NOT wear
masks that cover the face.
Animals: For their health and safety most of
the Zoo animal exhibits are not guaranteed to be open beyond dusk with
the exception of the HerpAquarium.
Road Closings: The following road closings
begin at 4 p.m. on event days: Illinois Ave. from Trevilian Way to
Taylor Ave., Russell and Grenade. There will also be signs posted for no
parking on Illinois Ave. from Trevilian Way to Taylor Ave., Russell,
Grenade, Ridgefield, Tycoon and Oak Hill.
—MEDIA COVERAGE—
To better assist you, we ask all media to
please call 24-hours in advance to arrange coverage. Notify Louisville
Zoo Public Relations Department or by calling the Zoo’s front office at
(502) 459-2181 x0.
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The Zoo can be reached via I-264, exit 14.
Follow the Zoo signs to 1100 Trevilian Way. For additional information,
please call (502) 459-2181 or visit the Zoo website at
www.louisvillezoo.org.
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The
Louisville Zoo, a non-profit organization and state zoo of Kentucky,
is dedicated to bettering the bond between people and our planet by
providing excellent care for animals, a great experience for
visitors, and leadership in scientific research and conservation
education. The Zoo is accredited by the American Association of
Museums (AAM) and by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA).
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Get
up-to-date information about the Zoo’s upcoming Glacier Run exhibit
by checking out our new
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