Celebrate Earth Day Weekend at Como Honoring the spirit of Earth Day is part of our mission every day at Como Park Zoo & Conservatory, where our annual Party for…
Ikebana Flower Show ~ November 3-9!
The Art of Flower Arranging Displayed November 3-9 Celebrate the colors of autumn with the Ikebana Flower Show! For one week only, artists from Ikebana International’s Minneapolis–St. Paul Chapter will…
Artist, Photographer, & Family Photo Hours
We’re bringing back our Photographer, Artist, & Family Photo Hours! This exclusive morning session offers a special opportunity to capture the beauty of the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory before it opens…
Live GardenCam – The Spring Flower Show opens March 20! Take a peek!
Loading Player… Click HERE for our upcoming events! Spring Flower Show 2026March 20 through April 26, and May 1 – June 7 2026Sunken Garden will be closed for the mid-show…
Obon Festival August 17! Tickets On Sale Now!
***We will be selling ONLY ADVANCED TICKETS again in 2025*** Click HERE and HERE for a 2025 printable program (8.5 x 14) Music, martial arts, singing, dancing, drumming, delicious food, vendors,…
🌸Frederick the Corpse Flower Updates ~ Farewell, Frederick.
Final Update: 🌿 A Fond Farewell – An Ode to the Odorous One Frederick the Corpse FlowerAmorphophallus titanum2017–2025 (First Bloom)Bloomed: June 25, 2025Height: 81 inches of pure dramaSmell: Unforgettable It…
Party For The Planet Powered by Xcel Energy! April 26 & 27, 10AM – 4PM
Powered by Xcel Energy | Theme: Spring into Action! It’s time to celebrate Earth Day—Como-style! Join us Saturday, April 26 and Sunday, April 27 for our annual Party for the…
Special MLK Weekend Activities! Three Fun Filled Days to Warm You Up! January 18-20
Immerse yourself in the Tropics, enjoy a new flower show, and groove to live music!
Summer Camps run through August 30th!
Still some summer left for summer camps! Our camp season runs through August 30th. Click HERE for all the information!
FRIDAY UPDATE: Horace has completed his bloom and the distinctive smell has dissipated.
FRIDAY, MAY 24 UPDATE: Well folks, it’s been a blast sharing Horace’s bloom with all of you. But, as they say, all good things must come to an end. Horace…
Book A Group Tour Today!
GROUP TOURS! Group tours of the Zoo and Conservatory are now being offered. These tours provide behind-the-scenes access. This is the perfect opportunity to learn more about everything that goes on…
*Education Stations 2nd – 5th Grade*
A Hands-On Learning Adventure for 2nd–5th Grade Looking for a flexible, interactive way to explore the natural world? Education Stations offer a self-paced, outdoor learning experience where students dive into…
A PolarPalooza Weekend! February 17, 18 & 19
Como’s the cool place to be this Presidents’ Day weekend for “PolarPalooza”, 10am – 4pm February 17, 18, & 19.
*School Programs for Pre K – 6th*
School programs allow students to explore the fascinating plants and animals at Como Park Zoo & Conservatory. These educational experiences are available at the zoo and your educational institution.
Last Few Days To Visit The Fall Flower Show! – video
The Fall Show ends this Sunday, November 26th at 4pm. The Sunken Garden will be then closed November 27 through December 1st. We will reopen the Sunken Garden at 10:00AM…
