Beginning May 7, the SPIRE Sparky Show will run daily at 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. in the new KSTP Amphitheater at Como Harbor. After diving into her new home at Como Harbor, Sparky the sea lion is getting ready after a four year break to make her big debut on May 7. Como Friends…
LIVE Virtual Visits! Free Live Programs for Preschool On Up!
With Covid-19 limiting our ability to visit your school, our educators along with a few of our animal ambassadors, have come up with an entertaining and educational way to virtually visit you live in your classroom!
Adventures With Ashley!
Tune in to “Adventures With Ashley”! Watch Ashley as she explores the Zoo and Conservatory showcasing different animals and plants, and meeting zookeepers and gardeners along the way!
Como Harbor Is Now Open!
Sparky & Her Pinniped Pals Make A Splash in Their New Home On June 3rd, 2021, Como Park Zoo & Conservatory held a ribbon cutting ceremony to officially open its newest exhibit, Como Harbor, the new seal and sea lion habitat. This exhibit redesign and overhaul features three different pinniped species: two gray seals, two…
Como Introduces Two New Virtual Programs For Preschool – 12th Grade
Free educational and engaging programs for all Minnesota schools Como Park Zoo & Conservatory is launching two new, free, educational virtual programs for preschoolers thru 12th grade. An educational program from Como Park Zoo & Conservatory will enhance any curriculum. With Covid-19 limiting Como’s ability to visit schools, Como’s educators along with a few animal…
Senior Strolls and Sensory Friendly Mornings Return!
Both Are Free & Require Advanced Registration This is a special time set aside just for our 55-and-better aged friends. This is an opportunity to visit the Zoo and Conservatory for a leisurely walk before the crowds. This event is a great opportunity for Seniors to enjoy a free event that encourages being active and…
Como Class Pass – Prerecorded free programing for preschoolers on up
With Covid-19 limiting our ability to visit your school, our educators along with a few of our animal ambassadors, have come up with an entertaining and educational way to virtually visit you, on your time, in your classroom!
FAQs for your visit to the Zoo & Conservatory
This FAQ covers Como Park Zoo & Conservatory’s enhanced reopening measures for visiting.
Como Welcomes Nan the Polar Bear!
Just in time for International Polar Bear Day, Como Zoo welcomes its newest resident, Nan, a 26-year-old female polar bear. After completing a mandatory quarantine period, Nan is slowly being introduced behind-the-scenes to Neil, Como’s 25-year-old polar bear, and becoming acclimated to her new home at Como’s Polar Bear Odyssey habitat. Nan, short for the Inupiaq…
Reservations are required to enjoy the beautiful gardens and amazing animals!
Admission to Como Park Zoo & Conservatory is always free, but donations are appreciated. The suggested donation is $4 for adults, and $2 for children. Click HERE to make a reservation The reservation process works best in Google Chrome, Firefox, or Microsoft Edge Click HERE for Como Park Zoo & Conservatory hours. All reservation holders…
