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…
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…
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…
Little Explorers Is Back! Free Fun for the Little Ones
Little 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…
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 Year Round!
The SPIRE Sparky Show will run daily in the KSTP Amphitheater at Como Harbor. Como Friends and Como Park Zoo and Conservatory are happy to announce a new partnership with…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
‘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…
Poinsettias Galore! Holiday Flower Show Winding Down!
The Marjorie McNeely Holiday Flower Show runs December 3, 2021 through January 9, 2022. Click HERE for the dates of all our flower shows.
Fall Flower Show & Flamingos
Part II of the Fall Flower Show is now open through November 28th (Holiday Flower Show begins December 4th). While many Minnesota gardens are winding down for the winter season,…
