This FAQ will help you prepare for booking a visit to Como Park Zoo & Conservatory.
The First Day of Fall, Was The First Day For Autumn
On September 22, the first day of fall, Grant’s Zebra “Thelma” gave birth to a healthy female foal. Zookeepers, visitors, and Social Media made it abundantly clear that there is truly only one logical and appropriate name for the baby. Como Zoo is thrilled to bestow the name “Autumn” onto the little female zebra. Como’s…
Sparky’s Home, all 21 of them! Let’s Celebrate! October Events Planned!
Como Park Zoo and Conservatory has welcomed back all the Sparkys that were scattered throughout the Twin Cities! Twenty-one custom, unique 6’ Sparky the Sea Lion statues, hand-painted by local artists and spread-out throughout the Twin Cities this past summer, are all now back home at Como Zoo. Visitors will be able to get their…
The Sunken Garden will be closed October 3-7 to prepare for the Fall Flower Show
The Sunken Garden will be closed October 3-7 to prepare for the Fall Flower Show. All other gardens will be open. We apologize for any inconvenience. Fall Flower ShowOctober 8, 2022 through November 27, 2022Sunken Garden will be closed for mid-show change October 31 – November 4While many Minnesota gardens are winding down for the…
Como Welcomes Baby Zebra!
Hello Autumn, and hello baby zebra! Como Zoo is happy to announce the successful birth of a zebra foal to Grant’s Zebra “Thelma”. Mom and baby are both doing well, enjoying the first day of Autumn. The baby zebra was born sometime during the overnight hours, September 21 to September 22 (today). When the zookeepers…
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Sorry, We Can Not Accommodate Any Indoor Homecoming Photos During Business Hours
We know and appreciate that the indoor gardens at Como are a popular destination for Homecoming photos. But, due to our COVID-19 protocols, Homecoming photos, and all types of posed photography, are not allowed during our open hours., which are 10am – 4pm everyday. We invite you to rent the gardens before or after public…
Como Is Now On TikTok!
Como is now on TikTok! Click HERE to follow “Como Park Zoo and Conservatory”, watch the videos and make sure to click the “heart” to like it! AND SHARE, SHARE, SHARE!
Check out #ComoLive for short videos, quizzes, puzzles and crafts!
While we were (and still are) navigating the Covid-19 pandemic we created this space for challenging, fun, learning opportunities you could do from home to keep engaged virtually with all the happenings at Como. After two years, Como Live came to an end on March 31st, but our vast archive of videos, quizzes, puzzles and…
Summer of Sparky Statues In Place Throughout The Twin Cities!
21 Sparky Statues are dispersed through-out the Twin Cities. Click HERE for locations & HERE for a printable map! Como Park Zoo and Conservatory is excited to announce the Summer of Sparky – Making a Splash. Twenty-one custom Sea Lion statues, hand-painted by local artists, are popping up throughout the Twin Cities featuring water conservation…
Baby Zebra Now Has A Name!
“Aurora” Wins in a Landslide! With a nod to the new women’s soccer team, “Aurora” garners 50% of the vote During last weekend’s Como Quest event, attendees had the opportunity to vote on three names for Como’s baby zebra. The votes have been tallied and we are thrilled to announce that the name Aurora is…
It’s A Girl! Como Zoo Welcomes Baby Zebra
Como Zoo is happy to announce the successful birth of a female zebra foal to Grant’s Zebra “Minnie.” Mom and baby are both doing well, enjoying the oohs and aahs of visitors. The baby zebra was born sometime during the overnight hours, May 23rd into May 24th. When the zookeepers arrived this morning, they discovered…
Lil’ Explorers Is Back! Free Fun for the Lil’ Ones
Lil’ Explorers is a FREE program from 10:00AM-noon on Thursdays in the Visitor Center in the Winter and on the zoo grounds in the Summer. Perfect for the 1-3 year old (but all ages are welcome) to meet animal and plant visitors, see story time, play games and many other fun activities. Different theme each…
Upcoming Events For May & June
Flowers, Bonsai, Sparky, Rides, Concerts, & New…Como Quest! Cafesjian’s Carousel Opening DayMay 1One of only three operating carousels still in original paint, the carousel has been restored to its 1914 beauty. Come take a ride on the historic Cafesjian’s Carousel, featuring 4 rows of horses (68 total) and 18 scenic paintings around the upper part of the carousel. …
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Sparky is Making a Splash Again This Spring!
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…
