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There's always a lot going on at Como! Take a look below at some of our upcoming special events!
Iowa-raised, Minneapolis-based Ben Cook-Feltz is a singer, songwriter, drummer and keyboardist. Combining observational, sometimes quirky lyrics with melodies that hearken back to the 60′s and 70′s, he and his band has been entertaining audiences throughout the Midwest.
Pack a picnic and dancing shoes, spread out a blanket & join us for these FREE outdoor concerts & activities in front of the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory every Wednesday, June 5 – July 24 from 6pm–8pm. Hotdogs, ice cream treats, beer and wine will be available to purchase.
School Of Rock House Bands from St. Paul & Plymouth – The School of Rock House Bands give students 18 and under the opportunity to join a gigging band composed of fellow musicians from their school. Come see tomorrow’s Rock Stars, today!
Pack a picnic and dancing shoes, spread out a blanket & join us for these FREE outdoor concerts & activities in front of the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory every Wednesday, June 5 – July 24 from 6pm–8pm. Hotdogs, ice cream treats, beer and wine will be available to purchase.
Little Explorers is a FREE program from 10:00AM-noon on Thursdays in the Visitor Center in the Winter and on the zoo grounds in the Summer. Perfect for the 1-3 year old (but every age is welcome) to meet animal and plant visitors, see story time, play games and many other fun activities. Different theme each week! An ASL interpreter will be here most Thursdays interpreting the 10:30 story time, 11am zookeeper talk, and the 11:30am Blaze Sparky Show.
Music, martial arts, singing, dancing, drumming, delicious food, vendors, games, and other aspects of Japanese culture will be featured at the annual Como Park Japanese Obon Festival on the grounds of the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory from 3:00pm – 9:00pm on Sunday, August 18. At the end of the Obon festival, lanterns are released into the water so that the spirits can return to the other world. We will be selling only advanced tickets again in 2024. More details to come!
We are pleased to host a blood drive at Como Park Zoo & Conservatory on TTuesday, August 6. Sign up today by clicking HERE!
Senior Strolls and Sunset Senior Strolls is a special time set aside just for those 55-and-better. This is an opportunity to visit the Conservatory for a leisurely walk before or after our busy normal business hours, as well as special activities and guests. This event is a great opportunity for Seniors to enjoy a less crowded experience that encourages being active and social with some adult learning to spice it up.
Como Park Zoo and Conservatory is an energetic, colorful place full of sensory stimuli, and we know this environment can be overwhelming for some guests. This is a time designed for individuals on the autism spectrum and their families to explore the zoo without the crowds.. Como strives to provide a positive, welcoming experience for every visitor.
COMO offers stunning venues to hold corporate events, meetings, birthday parties or weddings
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