This FAQ covers Como Park Zoo & Conservatory’s enhanced reopening measures for visiting.
Lil’ Explorers Is Back! Free Fun for the Lil’ Ones
Lil’ Explorers is a FREE program from 10:00AM-noon select (most) Thursday 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! FOR THE FULL…
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. …
Sorry, We Can Not Accommodate Any Indoor Prom Photos During Business Hours
We know and appreciate that the indoor gardens at Como are a popular destination for Prom photos. But, due to our COVID-19 protocols, Prom photos, and all types of posed photography, are not allowed during our open hours., which are 10am – 6pm Saturday and Sunday everyday through September. We invite you to rent the…
Come Work With Us!
We have part-time and full-time seasonal jobs in Maintenance. Click or scan the QR code.
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…
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 at the age of 31 on Saturday, April 16, 2022. The average life expectancy of a sea lion is 15-25 years. Millions of people, young…
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 in four specific areas. For the safety of our staff, animals and other volunteers, Como is requiring all volunteers to be fully vaccinated against Covid…
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…
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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 of Como Friends and fan of Como, had the honor of naming the baby saki monkey. Deb describes Como as her “happy” place. When naming…
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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 camellias. Cyclamen, cineraria, veltheimia, and amaryllis will add beautiful pink and red accents throughout the show. Spring Flower ShowMarch 26 through May 1, 2022The 2022…
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 this past Vikings season! Here are some of our expert picks
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 LIVE zookeeper talks and gardener talks. Check back later in the day where we will post the video here. If you’ve watched a Como Live…
‘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 of Minnesota veterinary anesthesiologist Erin Wendt Hornickle attends to Skeeter the giraffe at Como Zoo as he undergoes treatment for a broken foot bone Thursday….
