Week of Events
Winter Carnival Orchid Show
Winter Carnival Orchid Show
***PRE-PAID ADMISSION TO THE WINTER CARNIVAL ORCHID SHOW IS REQUIRED TO ENTER THE CONSERVATORY ON JANUARY 27 AND 28.*** Those attending the Orchid Show may visit the zoo after. Those coming just to visit the Conservatory's gardens will still need to purchase a ticket for this weekend. Admission into the Conservatory for Winter Carnival Orchid...
Zookeeper Talk
Zookeeper Talk
Meet the Zookeepers! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running Como Zoo. Learn about the animals and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
The Blaze Sparky Show
The Blaze Sparky Show
Sparky the sea lion has a new home, and a new show, in Como Harbor. This reimagined show will highlight all 7 animals that call Como Harbor home each adopting the role of “Sparky” on any given day as they get to know each other, the habitat, and their adoring fans. The SPIRE Sparky Show...
Gardener Chat
Gardener Chat
Meet the Gardeners! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. Learn about plants and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
Gorilla Program
Gorilla Program
Join us in Gorilla Forest and learn more about Como's gorillas and how you can make an impact on gorillas in the wild!
The Blaze Sparky Show
The Blaze Sparky Show
Sparky the sea lion is ready to make her big debut in Como Harbor. This reimagined show will highlight all 6 pinnipeds that call Como Harbor home each adopting the role of “Sparky” on any given day as they get to know each other, the habitat, and their adoring fans. The SPIRE Sparky Show at...
Zookeeper Talk
Zookeeper Talk
Meet the Zookeepers! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running Como Zoo. Learn about the animals and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
The Blaze Sparky Show
The Blaze Sparky Show
Sparky the sea lion has a new home, and a new show, in Como Harbor. This reimagined show will highlight all 7 animals that call Como Harbor home each adopting the role of “Sparky” on any given day as they get to know each other, the habitat, and their adoring fans. The SPIRE Sparky Show...
Gardener Chat
Gardener Chat
Meet the Gardeners! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. Learn about plants and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
Gorilla Program
Gorilla Program
Join us in Gorilla Forest and learn more about Como's gorillas and how you can make an impact on gorillas in the wild!
The Blaze Sparky Show
The Blaze Sparky Show
Sparky the sea lion is ready to make her big debut in Como Harbor. This reimagined show will highlight all 6 pinnipeds that call Como Harbor home each adopting the role of “Sparky” on any given day as they get to know each other, the habitat, and their adoring fans. The SPIRE Sparky Show at...
Zookeeper Talk
Zookeeper Talk
Meet the Zookeepers! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running Como Zoo. Learn about the animals and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
The Blaze Sparky Show
The Blaze Sparky Show
Sparky the sea lion has a new home, and a new show, in Como Harbor. This reimagined show will highlight all 7 animals that call Como Harbor home each adopting the role of “Sparky” on any given day as they get to know each other, the habitat, and their adoring fans. The SPIRE Sparky Show...
Gardener Chat
Gardener Chat
Meet the Gardeners! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. Learn about plants and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
Gorilla Program
Gorilla Program
Join us in Gorilla Forest and learn more about Como's gorillas and how you can make an impact on gorillas in the wild!
The Blaze Sparky Show
The Blaze Sparky Show
Sparky the sea lion is ready to make her big debut in Como Harbor. This reimagined show will highlight all 6 pinnipeds that call Como Harbor home each adopting the role of “Sparky” on any given day as they get to know each other, the habitat, and their adoring fans. The SPIRE Sparky Show at...
Sensory Friendly Morning
Sensory Friendly Morning
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. Como strives to provide a positive, welcoming experience for every visitor. Sensory Map & Walking Path...
Zookeeper Talk
Zookeeper Talk
Meet the Zookeepers! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running Como Zoo. Learn about the animals and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
The Blaze Sparky Show
The Blaze Sparky Show
Sparky the sea lion has a new home, and a new show, in Como Harbor. This reimagined show will highlight all 7 animals that call Como Harbor home each adopting the role of “Sparky” on any given day as they get to know each other, the habitat, and their adoring fans. The SPIRE Sparky Show...
Gardener Chat
Gardener Chat
Meet the Gardeners! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. Learn about plants and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
Gorilla Program
Gorilla Program
Join us in Gorilla Forest and learn more about Como's gorillas and how you can make an impact on gorillas in the wild!
The Blaze Sparky Show
The Blaze Sparky Show
Sparky the sea lion is ready to make her big debut in Como Harbor. This reimagined show will highlight all 6 pinnipeds that call Como Harbor home each adopting the role of “Sparky” on any given day as they get to know each other, the habitat, and their adoring fans. The SPIRE Sparky Show at...
Music Under Glass featuring Mother Banjo
Music Under Glass featuring Mother Banjo
“traditional folk and bluegrass sounds with genuinely poetic lyrics, landing somewhere between Gillian Welch and Lucy Kaplansky” – Chris Riemenschneider, Star Tribune Music Under Glass is all about strolling the tropical gardens at dusk and escaping the winter chill while listening to live, local music. The concerts are free and beer and wine will be available...
Little Explorers Thursdays
Little Explorers Thursdays
Little Explorers is a FREE program from 10:00AM-noon Thursdays in the Visitor Center in the Winter, and on the zoo grounds in the Summer. Perfect for the 1-3 year old (but open to all) to meet animal and plant visitors, see story time, play games and many other fun activities. Different theme each week! Click...
Zookeeper Talk
Zookeeper Talk
Meet the Zookeepers! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running Como Zoo. Learn about the animals and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
The Blaze Sparky Show
The Blaze Sparky Show
Sparky the sea lion has a new home, and a new show, in Como Harbor. This reimagined show will highlight all 7 animals that call Como Harbor home each adopting the role of “Sparky” on any given day as they get to know each other, the habitat, and their adoring fans. The SPIRE Sparky Show...
Gardener Chat
Gardener Chat
Meet the Gardeners! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. Learn about plants and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
Gorilla Program
Gorilla Program
Join us in Gorilla Forest and learn more about Como's gorillas and how you can make an impact on gorillas in the wild!
The Blaze Sparky Show
The Blaze Sparky Show
Sparky the sea lion is ready to make her big debut in Como Harbor. This reimagined show will highlight all 6 pinnipeds that call Como Harbor home each adopting the role of “Sparky” on any given day as they get to know each other, the habitat, and their adoring fans. The SPIRE Sparky Show at...
Zookeeper Talk
Zookeeper Talk
Meet the Zookeepers! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running Como Zoo. Learn about the animals and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
The Blaze Sparky Show
The Blaze Sparky Show
Sparky the sea lion has a new home, and a new show, in Como Harbor. This reimagined show will highlight all 7 animals that call Como Harbor home each adopting the role of “Sparky” on any given day as they get to know each other, the habitat, and their adoring fans. The SPIRE Sparky Show...
Gardener Chat
Gardener Chat
Meet the Gardeners! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. Learn about plants and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
Gorilla Program
Gorilla Program
Join us in Gorilla Forest and learn more about Como's gorillas and how you can make an impact on gorillas in the wild!
The Blaze Sparky Show
The Blaze Sparky Show
Sparky the sea lion is ready to make her big debut in Como Harbor. This reimagined show will highlight all 6 pinnipeds that call Como Harbor home each adopting the role of “Sparky” on any given day as they get to know each other, the habitat, and their adoring fans. The SPIRE Sparky Show at...
Zookeeper Talk
Zookeeper Talk
Meet the Zookeepers! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running Como Zoo. Learn about the animals and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
The Blaze Sparky Show
The Blaze Sparky Show
Sparky the sea lion has a new home, and a new show, in Como Harbor. This reimagined show will highlight all 7 animals that call Como Harbor home each adopting the role of “Sparky” on any given day as they get to know each other, the habitat, and their adoring fans. The SPIRE Sparky Show...
Gardener Chat
Gardener Chat
Meet the Gardeners! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. Learn about plants and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
Gorilla Program
Gorilla Program
Join us in Gorilla Forest and learn more about Como's gorillas and how you can make an impact on gorillas in the wild!
The Blaze Sparky Show
The Blaze Sparky Show
Sparky the sea lion is ready to make her big debut in Como Harbor. This reimagined show will highlight all 6 pinnipeds that call Como Harbor home each adopting the role of “Sparky” on any given day as they get to know each other, the habitat, and their adoring fans. The SPIRE Sparky Show at...