OCT 28, 2021: Closeup of pumpkin decorations at ZooTampa “Creatures of the Night” Halloween event. Credit: Sunshower Shots/Shutterstock

Tampa Bay’s family-friendly Halloween tradition, Creatures of the Night, is back at ZooTampa.

Spread across 13 nights through Oct. 26, guests can expect classic thrills and new scares, including Carousel de los Muertos, Mesozoic Mayhem and Dancing Dead Disco.

Aside from the creepy outdoor experiences, live shows, spooky treats and characters that’ll send shivers down their spine, ZooTampa is also bringing back Pirates Paradise, Troll Cave and Vampire Ball this year. Friday’s kickoff is for members only.

Tickets start at $29.95 for Creatures of the Night, running Sept. 27 through Oct. 26 at ZooTampa.