The SPIRE Sparky Show will run daily in the KSTP Amphitheater at Como Harbor. Como Friends and Como Park Zoo and Conservatory are happy to announce a new partnership with…
Como Bids Farewell to its Oldest Sea Lion
It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of a beloved member of our Como Zoo family: Sealia, better known as CC, Como’s oldest sea lion. CC passed away…
We welcome back Como’s Volunteer Program!
Volunteers play such a vital role at Como assisting throughout the Zoo, Conservatory, Grounds, Education and Visitor Services. At this time, we are looking for a limited number of volunteers…
Meet Sterling, Our Baby Saki Monkey!
On January 15th Saki monkeys Patty and Milton welcomed their new baby in to the world! This adorable baby now has a name: Sterling! Deb Hogenson, a longtime supporter…
The Winter Flower Show Ends March 20. Spring Flower Show Opens March 26.
Winter Flower ShowJanuary 15 through March 20, 2022The 2022 Winter Flower Show will feature a stunning display of flowering trees and shrubs. Highlights will include purple azaleas, pink lilies, and…
Como In The News!
Spring Flower Show! Winter Flower Show! Discover The North Garden! Weather Extremes of Como! Discover What you May Have Missed In Tropical Encounters Como was the go-to place for WCCO…
Como Live Episodes from September 2021 thru January 2022
While we all #StaySafeMN and practice social distancing, check this space for challenging, fun learning opportunities. Then, tune in Mondays and Thursdays at 1:30pm on our Facebook page for special…
‘That’s a lot of neck to break’: Giraffe surgery at Como is a tricky task
Courtesy MPR News Tim Nelson, MPR St. Paul October 29, 2021 4:00 a.m. Listen: That’s a lot of neck to break’: Giraffe surgery at Como is a tricky task University…
Poinsettias Galore! Holiday Flower Show Winding Down!
The Marjorie McNeely Holiday Flower Show runs December 3, 2021 through January 9, 2022. Click HERE for the dates of all our flower shows.
Fall Flower Show & Flamingos
Part II of the Fall Flower Show is now open through November 28th (Holiday Flower Show begins December 4th). While many Minnesota gardens are winding down for the winter season,…
Ikebana Flower Show ~ One Week Only!
The Art of Flower Arranging Displayed November 1-7 Unique flower arrangements that utilize the flowers, foliage and berries of autumn will be created by artists from Ikebana International’s Minneapolis-St Paul…
Como Welcomes Kulu the Polar Bear!
Kulu comes to Como with a new innovative tracking device from the “Burr on Fur” program that will help his wild cousins. (Saint Paul, MN) Como Zoo welcomes its newest…
“Wolves & Wild Lands” Traveling Exhibit Now Open!
A new traveling exhibit from Ely, Minnesota’s International Wolf Center, in partnership with Outhouse Exhibit Services, Inc, entitled “Wolves and Wild Lands in the 21st Century” is now open in…
Wolves Return To Como Zoo
Leading up to Wolf Awareness Week (October 17-23), Como is excited to welcome two new resident wolves into Como’s Wolf Woods habitat, and announce the opening of a new wolf…
Como Live Episodes From June, July, August 2021
While we all #StaySafeMN and practice social distancing, check this space for challenging, fun learning opportunities. Then, tune in Mondays and Thursdays at 1:30pm on our Facebook page for special LIVE zookeeper…