Como Park Zoo & Conservatory

Unfortunately we won't be able to gather this year for our traditional Noon Year's Celebration, so celebrate virtually with us! Check back here on December 31 at 11:30am for a special video featuring a make-at-home craft and Como's animals counting down to 2021! Grab the confetti, noisemakers, and raise a glass of your favorite beverage as we countdown to the end of 2020 and the beginning of 2021. HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM ALL OF US AT COMO PARK ZOO &…

Como Harbor to Open with 10am Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on June 3 Como Harbor is a $21 million reinvention and improvement of Como Zoo’s seals and sea lions exhibit in the heart of Como Zoo. The new, world-class exhibit will provide an immersive and naturalistic setting that features rocky outcroppings designed to reflect the Pacific coast. Como Harbor features two saltwater pools with above and below-water viewing, shaded amphitheater and stage. Como Harbor is designed to provide expert care for…

Tune in to our new Summer Series: "Adventures With Ashley"! Watch Ashley every Friday, beginning June 25, as she explores the Zoo and Conservatory showcasing different animals and plants, and meeting zookeepers and gardeners along the way! These videos are perfect for elementary age kids on summer break and their families, but everyone is welcome to enjoy! Every Friday morning we will post a new, short video HERE following Educator Ashley, the Star of Como Connections, as she discovers many…

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 to visit our FAQ page for more information you’ll want to know before your visit to Como Park Zoo & Conservatory All reservation holders should check-in at the Cleveland Court gates with their bar codes.…

“Live Virtual Visits“ brings Como’s Educators into your classroom in real-time allowing your class to interact with the lesson. It enables schools with preschoolers on up the ability to enjoy the same multi-aged, multi-themed programs that would normally visit schools throughout the year.  Programs will include live virtual presentations with our animal ambassadors and a follow-up activity.  Free to qualifying schools until the end of February. Click HERE for a complete listing.  

After a two-year hiatus, it’s time to celebrate “Party for the Planet” in person again at Como Park Zoo and Conservatory on April 23 and 24. Sponsored by our friends at Xcel Energy, Como’s annual Earth Day and conservation celebration is a full weekend of family activities, crafts and interpretive opportunities to learn more about the earth’s amazing animals and plants, and what we can do to protect them. Be sure to visit Xcel Energy’s Tiny House for some big…

Lil’ Explorers is a FREE program from 10:00AM-noon select (most) Thursdays in the Visitor Center in the Winter and on the zoo grounds in the Summer. Perfect for the 1-3 year old to meet animal and plant visitors, see story time, play games and many other fun activities. Different theme each week! This program was funded in part or in whole with money from the vote of the people of Minnesota on November 4, 2008 which dedicated funding to preserve…

The next Senior Strolls will take place on Tuesday, May 24th from 9am - 10am. 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, or after the crowds.  This event is a great opportunity for Seniors to enjoy a free event that encourages being active and social with some adult learning to spice it up. Advanced registration is required.  Dates for…