Week of Events
Sunday, September 7, 2025
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September 7, 2025Polar Bear Program
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September 7, 2025Zookeeper Talk
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September 7, 2025The Blaze Sparky Show
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September 7, 2025Gardener Chat
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September 7, 2025Gorilla Program
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September 7, 2025The Blaze Sparky Show
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September 7, 2025The Art of Bonsai
Polar Bear Program
Join us in Polar Bear Odyssey to learn more about Como's 4 polar bears, and perhaps observe special enrichment or training!
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
Join us at Como Harbor for an exciting and educational experience with Sparky! The Sparky Show showcases all the pinnipeds—seals and sea lions—that call Como Harbor home, where each one can take on the role of "Sparky". Don’t miss The Blaze Sparky Show at the KSTP Amphitheater!
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
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
Join us at Como Harbor for an exciting and educational experience with Sparky! The Sparky Show showcases all the pinnipeds—seals and sea lions—that call Como Harbor home, where each one can take on the role of “Sparky”. Don’t miss The Blaze Sparky Show at the KSTP Amphitheater
The Art of Bonsai
Delve into the history behind our Bonsai collection. Each day one of our interpretive staff members will tell you about some of the trees in our collection as well as just scratching the surface of the history and philosophy behind the artform as a whole
Monday, September 8, 2025
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September 8, 2025Polar Bear Program
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September 8, 2025Zookeeper Talk
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September 8, 2025The Blaze Sparky Show
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September 8, 2025Gardener Chat
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September 8, 2025Gorilla Program
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September 8, 2025The Blaze Sparky Show
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September 8, 2025The Art of Bonsai
Polar Bear Program
Join us in Polar Bear Odyssey to learn more about Como's 4 polar bears, and perhaps observe special enrichment or training!
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
Join us at Como Harbor for an exciting and educational experience with Sparky! The Sparky Show showcases all the pinnipeds—seals and sea lions—that call Como Harbor home, where each one can take on the role of "Sparky". Don’t miss The Blaze Sparky Show at the KSTP Amphitheater!
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
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
Join us at Como Harbor for an exciting and educational experience with Sparky! The Sparky Show showcases all the pinnipeds—seals and sea lions—that call Como Harbor home, where each one can take on the role of “Sparky”. Don’t miss The Blaze Sparky Show at the KSTP Amphitheater
The Art of Bonsai
Delve into the history behind our Bonsai collection. Each day one of our interpretive staff members will tell you about some of the trees in our collection as well as just scratching the surface of the history and philosophy behind the artform as a whole
Tuesday, September 9, 2025
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September 9, 2025Polar Bear Program
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September 9, 2025Zookeeper Talk
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September 9, 2025The Blaze Sparky Show
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September 9, 2025Gardener Chat
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September 9, 2025Gorilla Program
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September 9, 2025The Blaze Sparky Show
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September 9, 2025The Art of Bonsai
Polar Bear Program
Join us in Polar Bear Odyssey to learn more about Como's 4 polar bears, and perhaps observe special enrichment or training!
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
Join us at Como Harbor for an exciting and educational experience with Sparky! The Sparky Show showcases all the pinnipeds—seals and sea lions—that call Como Harbor home, where each one can take on the role of "Sparky". Don’t miss The Blaze Sparky Show at the KSTP Amphitheater!
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
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
Join us at Como Harbor for an exciting and educational experience with Sparky! The Sparky Show showcases all the pinnipeds—seals and sea lions—that call Como Harbor home, where each one can take on the role of “Sparky”. Don’t miss The Blaze Sparky Show at the KSTP Amphitheater
The Art of Bonsai
Delve into the history behind our Bonsai collection. Each day one of our interpretive staff members will tell you about some of the trees in our collection as well as just scratching the surface of the history and philosophy behind the artform as a whole
Wednesday, September 10, 2025
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September 10, 2025Polar Bear Program
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September 10, 2025Zookeeper Talk
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September 10, 2025The Blaze Sparky Show
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September 10, 2025Gardener Chat
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September 10, 2025Gorilla Program
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September 10, 2025The Blaze Sparky Show
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September 10, 2025The Art of Bonsai
Polar Bear Program
Join us in Polar Bear Odyssey to learn more about Como's 4 polar bears, and perhaps observe special enrichment or training!
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
Join us at Como Harbor for an exciting and educational experience with Sparky! The Sparky Show showcases all the pinnipeds—seals and sea lions—that call Como Harbor home, where each one can take on the role of "Sparky". Don’t miss The Blaze Sparky Show at the KSTP Amphitheater!
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
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
Join us at Como Harbor for an exciting and educational experience with Sparky! The Sparky Show showcases all the pinnipeds—seals and sea lions—that call Como Harbor home, where each one can take on the role of “Sparky”. Don’t miss The Blaze Sparky Show at the KSTP Amphitheater
The Art of Bonsai
Delve into the history behind our Bonsai collection. Each day one of our interpretive staff members will tell you about some of the trees in our collection as well as just scratching the surface of the history and philosophy behind the artform as a whole
Thursday, September 11, 2025
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September 11, 2025 -Little Explorer Thursday!
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September 11, 2025Polar Bear Program
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September 11, 2025Zookeeper Talk
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September 11, 2025The Blaze Sparky Show
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September 11, 2025Gardener Chat
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September 11, 2025Gorilla Program
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September 11, 2025The Blaze Sparky Show
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September 11, 2025The Art of Bonsai
Little Explorer Thursday!
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...
Polar Bear Program
Join us in Polar Bear Odyssey to learn more about Como's 4 polar bears, and perhaps observe special enrichment or training!
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
Join us at Como Harbor for an exciting and educational experience with Sparky! The Sparky Show showcases all the pinnipeds—seals and sea lions—that call Como Harbor home, where each one can take on the role of "Sparky". Don’t miss The Blaze Sparky Show at the KSTP Amphitheater!
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
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
Join us at Como Harbor for an exciting and educational experience with Sparky! The Sparky Show showcases all the pinnipeds—seals and sea lions—that call Como Harbor home, where each one can take on the role of “Sparky”. Don’t miss The Blaze Sparky Show at the KSTP Amphitheater
The Art of Bonsai
Delve into the history behind our Bonsai collection. Each day one of our interpretive staff members will tell you about some of the trees in our collection as well as just scratching the surface of the history and philosophy behind the artform as a whole
Friday, September 12, 2025
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September 12, 2025Polar Bear Program
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September 12, 2025Zookeeper Talk
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September 12, 2025The Blaze Sparky Show
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September 12, 2025Gardener Chat
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September 12, 2025Gorilla Program
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September 12, 2025The Blaze Sparky Show
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September 12, 2025The Art of Bonsai
Polar Bear Program
Join us in Polar Bear Odyssey to learn more about Como's 4 polar bears, and perhaps observe special enrichment or training!
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
Join us at Como Harbor for an exciting and educational experience with Sparky! The Sparky Show showcases all the pinnipeds—seals and sea lions—that call Como Harbor home, where each one can take on the role of "Sparky". Don’t miss The Blaze Sparky Show at the KSTP Amphitheater!
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
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
Join us at Como Harbor for an exciting and educational experience with Sparky! The Sparky Show showcases all the pinnipeds—seals and sea lions—that call Como Harbor home, where each one can take on the role of “Sparky”. Don’t miss The Blaze Sparky Show at the KSTP Amphitheater
The Art of Bonsai
Delve into the history behind our Bonsai collection. Each day one of our interpretive staff members will tell you about some of the trees in our collection as well as just scratching the surface of the history and philosophy behind the artform as a whole
Saturday, September 13, 2025
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September 13, 2025Polar Bear Program
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September 13, 2025Zookeeper Talk
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September 13, 2025The Blaze Sparky Show
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September 13, 2025Gardener Chat
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September 13, 2025Gorilla Program
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September 13, 2025The Blaze Sparky Show
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September 13, 2025The Art of Bonsai
Polar Bear Program
Join us in Polar Bear Odyssey to learn more about Como's 4 polar bears, and perhaps observe special enrichment or training!
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
Join us at Como Harbor for an exciting and educational experience with Sparky! The Sparky Show showcases all the pinnipeds—seals and sea lions—that call Como Harbor home, where each one can take on the role of "Sparky". Don’t miss The Blaze Sparky Show at the KSTP Amphitheater!
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
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
Join us at Como Harbor for an exciting and educational experience with Sparky! The Sparky Show showcases all the pinnipeds—seals and sea lions—that call Como Harbor home, where each one can take on the role of “Sparky”. Don’t miss The Blaze Sparky Show at the KSTP Amphitheater
The Art of Bonsai
Delve into the history behind our Bonsai collection. Each day one of our interpretive staff members will tell you about some of the trees in our collection as well as just scratching the surface of the history and philosophy behind the artform as a whole
