VISITOR GUIDE
Admission
Free. A voluntary donation of $2 for an adult and $1 for a child to help us care for our plants and animals is appreciated. You are always welcome whether or not you choose to make a donation.
Hours
Open every day of the year.
Summer hours (April – September)
10am – 6pm
Winter hours (October – March)
10am – 4pm
Parking
Download Como Map for the location of our parking lots. There are a number of parking lots throughout the Como Regional Park area. But, instead of searching for that elusive parking spot, we would like to encourage you to take the free shuttle. It runs weekends through September 25 and daily service is available June 4 – August 7. Click on the “Shuttle” tab for more information.
Beginning May 1st new residential permit parking restrictions will be in effect. There will be no parking allowed on many streets west of Como Park from 10am-4pm, May 1-September 30 without a City issued permit . Do not park on streets with signs indicating “Permit Parking Only”.
Many institutions & destinations in St. Paul, such as colleges and heavily visited shopping areas, have permit parking in & around the surrounding neighborhoods. Permit parking was sought after by the surrounding residents and implemented by Saint Paul City Council in 2011. Como Park Zoo & Conservatory recognizes & respects that the parking outside of the park should be easily accessible and obtainable for residents.
Stroller/Wheelchair Rental
Strollers and wheelchairs are available for rent at Garden Safari Gifts . Single-seat strollers and wheelchairs are available for $4 per day. Double-seat strollers are available for $6.50 per day. Scooters are $20 per day. If you rent either one, we require to hold onto either keys, credit card, or a drivers license. Some type of collateral, such as a driver’s license, is required and will be held at Garden Safari Gifts during the rental period. All rentals must be returned to Garden Safari Gifts before the Zoo and Conservatory close.
Bus & Bike
Be GREEN and reduce your carbon footprint by taking public transportation or riding your bike!
For bus routes contact Metro Transit at 612-373-3333 or click here: www.metrotransit.org.
For bicyclists, click here: http://www.cyclopath.org/. This is a great site bicyclists can utilize to find directions to the park.
Guest Relations
The Visitors Service Office provides information, first aid, public announcements, the reuniting of separated/lost individuals, and a lost and found department. Call 651-487-8201.
Park Security
Como Park Zoo and Conservatory buildings, grounds and parking lots are patrolled by Park Security Staff. If you need assistance while you are visiting please contact any staff member or go directly to the Visitors Service Office and they will locate a Park Security member for you. Remember, never leave valuables in your car! Call 911 in an emergency. If you have an incident you would like to report, call 651-632-2415.
Please Recycle!
Look for recycling stations for your bottles, cans, milk cartons and juice boxes.
Photo Policy
Park Policies
We want all of our guests to enjoy their visit to Como Park Zoo and Conservatory. Please familiarize yourself with our park policies before you arrive.
DIRECTIONS
Como Park Zoo & Conservatory
1225 Estabrook Dr
St. Paul, MN 55103
(651) 487-8200
Download Como Map for the location of our parking lots. There are a number of parking lots throughout the Como Regional Park area. But, instead of searching for that elusive parking spot, we would like to encourage you to take the free shuttle. It runs weekends through September 25 and daily service is available June 4 – August 7. Click on the “Shuttle” tab for more information.
Beginning May 1st new residential permit parking restrictions will be in effect. There will be no parking allowed on many streets west of Como Park from 10am-4pm, May 1-September 30 without a City issued permit . Do not park on streets with signs indicating “Permit Parking Only”.
Many institutions & destinations in St. Paul, such as colleges and heavily visited shopping areas, have permit parking in & around the surrounding neighborhoods. Permit parking was sought after by the surrounding residents and implemented by Saint Paul City Council in 2011. Como Park Zoo & Conservatory recognizes & respects that the parking outside of the park should be easily accessible and obtainable for residents.
2011 SHUTTLE SERVICE STARTS APRIL 30!
Visitors can avoid parking hassles with our free shuttle service! Shuttle service begins weekends April 30 – September 25 (with the exception of June 17-19 & July 2-4, when there will be no service), and daily service begins June 4 – August 7. The shuttle bus allows passengers to board at the staffed off-site parking lot at the Minnesota State Fair Grounds, located on the south side of Como Avenue across from the State Fair’s Warner Coliseum (unless other location is noted below) and within minutes of the front doors of the Visitor Center. The shuttle runs continuously 9:30am – 6:30pm. The busses are wheelchair and stroller accessible.
Beginning May 1st new residential permit parking restrictions will be in effect. There will be no parking allowed on many streets west of Como Park from 10am-4pm, May 1-September 30 without a City issued permit. Do not park on streets with signs indicating “Permit Parking Only”.
Many institutions & destinations in St. Paul, such as colleges and heavily visited shopping areas, have permit parking in & around the surrounding neighborhoods. Permit parking was sought after by the surrounding residents and implemented by Saint Paul City Council in 2011. Como Park Zoo & Conservatory recognizes & respects that the parking outside of the park should be easily accessible and obtainable for residents. If you do choose to drive to Como , we strongly encourage you to use the free shuttle service.
To get to us by bus, visit Metro Transit.org for schedules/bus routes or call 612-373-3333.
To find directions to the park by bicycle, follow this link: http://www.cyclopath.org/.
Click on the map above for an enlarged view.
2011 Shuttle Schedule
| FROM | TO | PICK UP/DROP OFF | ADDRESS |
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| 4/30 | 5/1 | South side of Como Ave across from the State Fair’s Warner Coliseum | 1670 Como Ave |
| 5/7 | 5/7 | South side of Como Ave across from the State Fair’s Warner Coliseum | 1670 Como Ave |
| 5/14 | 5/15 | South side of Como Ave across from the State Fair’s Warner Coliseum | 1670 Como Ave |
| 5/21 | 5/22 | South side of Como Ave across from the State Fair’s Warner Coliseum | 1670 Como Ave |
| 5/28 | 5/30 | South side of Como Ave across from the State Fair’s Warner Coliseum | 1670 Como Ave |
| 6/4 | 6/16 | South side of Como Ave across from the State Fair’s Warner Coliseum | 1670 Como Ave |
| 6/17 | 6/19 | NO SHUTTLE SERVICE | |
| 6/20 | 7/1 | South side of Como Ave across from the State Fair’s Warner Coliseum | 1670 Como Ave |
| 7/2 | 7/3 | NO SHUTTLE SERVICE | |
| 7/4 | 8/7 | South side of Como Ave across from the State Fair’s Warner Coliseum | 1670 Como Ave |
| 8/13 | 8/14 | Midway Stadium |
1771 Energy Park Drive |
| 8/20 | 8/21 | St Paul Public Schools Central Facility Lot | 1930 Como Ave. |
| 8/27 | 8/28 | Midway Stadium | 1771 Energy Park Drive |
| 9/3 | 9/5 | McMurray Fields |
Jessamine Ave. & Lexington Parkway |
| 9/10 | 9/11 | St Paul Public Schools Central Facility Lot | 1930 Como Ave. |
| 9/17 | 9/18 | Midway Stadium |
1771 Energy Park Drive |
| 9/24 | 9/25 | Midway Stadium | 1771 Energy Park Drive |
CALENDAR
Check out what’s going on at Como this month.
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Winter Flower Show2/4/201210:00 amThe Sunken Garden blooms with vibrant pinks, yellows, reds & purple created by azaleas, clyclamen, veltheimia, amaryllis, cineraria and more. 
Bear Program2/4/201210:30 amA bear program is either training, enrichment, or a keeper talk with the polar bears and/or the brown bears. 
Zoo Keeper Talk2/4/201211:00 amMeet the Zoo Keepers! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running Como Zoo. Learn about the animals and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions. 
Story Time2/4/201212:30 pmJoin us for story time everyday at 12:30! Our stories feature plants and animals, and occasionally involve costumed characters. 
Gardener Talk2/4/20121:00 pmMeet the Gardeners! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. Learn about plants and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions. 
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Winter Flower Show2/4/201210:00 amThe Sunken Garden blooms with vibrant pinks, yellows, reds & purple created by azaleas, clyclamen, veltheimia, amaryllis, cineraria and more.
Lil' Explorer Thursdays!2/4/201210:00 amFree Thursdays though April! Come explore 10-Noon each Thursday in the Visitor's Center! Meet animal and plant visitors, see story time, play games and many other fun activities. Different themes each week! MORE 
Primate Enrichment2/4/201210:00 amEnrichment activities enhance zoo environments for animals, stimulating them to investigate and interact with their surroundings. Como Zoo enriches animal environments by making changes to structures in their enclosures, presenting novel objects and smells for them to investigate and explore, and by changing how we present food to them. It encourages them to forage, hunt and handle their food in ways that are natural to them in the wild. 
Bear Program2/4/201210:30 amA bear program is either training, enrichment, or a keeper talk with the polar bears and/or the brown bears.
Zoo Keeper Talk2/4/201211:00 amMeet the Zoo Keepers! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running Como Zoo. Learn about the animals and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
Story Time2/4/201212:30 pmJoin us for story time everyday at 12:30! Our stories feature plants and animals, and occasionally involve costumed characters.
Gardener Talk2/4/20121:00 pmMeet the Gardeners! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. Learn about plants and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
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Winter Flower Show2/4/201210:00 amThe Sunken Garden blooms with vibrant pinks, yellows, reds & purple created by azaleas, clyclamen, veltheimia, amaryllis, cineraria and more.
Bear Program2/4/201210:30 amA bear program is either training, enrichment, or a keeper talk with the polar bears and/or the brown bears.
Zoo Keeper Talk2/4/201211:00 amMeet the Zoo Keepers! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running Como Zoo. Learn about the animals and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
Story Time2/4/201212:30 pmJoin us for story time everyday at 12:30! Our stories feature plants and animals, and occasionally involve costumed characters.
Gardener Talk2/4/20121:00 pmMeet the Gardeners! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. Learn about plants and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
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Big Cat Enrichment2/4/201210:00 amEnrichment activities enhance zoo environments for animals, stimulating them to investigate and interact with their surroundings. Como Zoo enriches animal environments by making changes to structures in their enclosures, presenting novel objects and smells for them to investigate and explore, and by changing how we present food to them. It encourages them to forage, hunt and handle their food in ways that are natural to them in the wild. 
Winter Flower Show2/4/201210:00 amThe Sunken Garden blooms with vibrant pinks, yellows, reds & purple created by azaleas, clyclamen, veltheimia, amaryllis, cineraria and more.
Bear Program2/4/201210:30 amA bear program is either training, enrichment, or a keeper talk with the polar bears and/or the brown bears.
Zoo Keeper Talk2/4/201211:00 amMeet the Zoo Keepers! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running Como Zoo. Learn about the animals and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
Story Time2/4/201212:30 pmJoin us for story time everyday at 12:30! Our stories feature plants and animals, and occasionally involve costumed characters.
Gardener Talk2/4/20121:00 pmMeet the Gardeners! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. Learn about plants and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
Bear Program2/4/20122:00 pmA bear program is either training, enrichment, or a keeper talk with the polar bears and/or the brown bears. 
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Artist & Photographer Hours
2/4/20128:00 amOpportunity to bring in easels and tripods before or after hours. $5 per person .
Winter Flower Show2/4/201210:00 amThe Sunken Garden blooms with vibrant pinks, yellows, reds & purple created by azaleas, clyclamen, veltheimia, amaryllis, cineraria and more.
Bear Program2/4/201210:30 amA bear program is either training, enrichment, or a keeper talk with the polar bears and/or the brown bears.
Zoo Keeper Talk2/4/201211:00 amMeet the Zoo Keepers! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running Como Zoo. Learn about the animals and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
Story Time2/4/201212:30 pmJoin us for story time everyday at 12:30! Our stories feature plants and animals, and occasionally involve costumed characters.
Gardener Talk2/4/20121:00 pmMeet the Gardeners! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. Learn about plants and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
Bear Program2/4/20122:00 pmA bear program is either training, enrichment, or a keeper talk with the polar bears and/or the brown bears.
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Hidden World of Bears - Traveling Exhibit2/4/201210:00 amExplore the intimate details of black bear behavior through the photos and insights of long-time bear researcher, Dr. Lynn Rogers. The Hidden World of Bears exhibition features about 70 of Dr. Roger’s framed photographs of bears. Most of the photographs are of black bears, documenting their life as cubs born in a winter den, and on through the spring and summer months, as they eat, play, and interact with other bears—and at times people, finally culminating in the construction of a new winter den in the fall. Other dramatic photographs include portraits of polar bears and brown bears in Hudson Bay and Alaska. 
Winter Flower Show2/4/201210:00 amThe Sunken Garden blooms with vibrant pinks, yellows, reds & purple created by azaleas, clyclamen, veltheimia, amaryllis, cineraria and more.
Bear Program2/4/201210:30 amA bear program is either training, enrichment, or a keeper talk with the polar bears and/or the brown bears.
Zoo Keeper Talk2/4/201211:00 amMeet the Zoo Keepers! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running Como Zoo. Learn about the animals and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
Story Time2/4/201212:30 pmJoin us for story time everyday at 12:30! Our stories feature plants and animals, and occasionally involve costumed characters.
Gardener Talk2/4/20121:00 pmMeet the Gardeners! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. Learn about plants and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
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Hidden World of Bears - Traveling Exhibit2/4/201210:00 amExplore the intimate details of black bear behavior through the photos and insights of long-time bear researcher, Dr. Lynn Rogers. The Hidden World of Bears exhibition features about 70 of Dr. Roger’s framed photographs of bears. Most of the photographs are of black bears, documenting their life as cubs born in a winter den, and on through the spring and summer months, as they eat, play, and interact with other bears—and at times people, finally culminating in the construction of a new winter den in the fall. Other dramatic photographs include portraits of polar bears and brown bears in Hudson Bay and Alaska.
Winter Flower Show2/4/201210:00 amThe Sunken Garden blooms with vibrant pinks, yellows, reds & purple created by azaleas, clyclamen, veltheimia, amaryllis, cineraria and more.
Bear Program2/4/201210:30 amA bear program is either training, enrichment, or a keeper talk with the polar bears and/or the brown bears.
Zoo Keeper Talk2/4/201211:00 amMeet the Zoo Keepers! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running Como Zoo. Learn about the animals and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
Story Time2/4/201212:30 pmJoin us for story time everyday at 12:30! Our stories feature plants and animals, and occasionally involve costumed characters.
Gardener Talk2/4/20121:00 pmMeet the Gardeners! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. Learn about plants and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
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Hidden World of Bears - Traveling Exhibit2/4/201210:00 amExplore the intimate details of black bear behavior through the photos and insights of long-time bear researcher, Dr. Lynn Rogers. The Hidden World of Bears exhibition features about 70 of Dr. Roger’s framed photographs of bears. Most of the photographs are of black bears, documenting their life as cubs born in a winter den, and on through the spring and summer months, as they eat, play, and interact with other bears—and at times people, finally culminating in the construction of a new winter den in the fall. Other dramatic photographs include portraits of polar bears and brown bears in Hudson Bay and Alaska.
Winter Flower Show2/4/201210:00 amThe Sunken Garden blooms with vibrant pinks, yellows, reds & purple created by azaleas, clyclamen, veltheimia, amaryllis, cineraria and more.
Bear Program2/4/201210:30 amA bear program is either training, enrichment, or a keeper talk with the polar bears and/or the brown bears.
Zoo Keeper Talk2/4/201211:00 amMeet the Zoo Keepers! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running Como Zoo. Learn about the animals and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
Story Time2/4/201212:30 pmJoin us for story time everyday at 12:30! Our stories feature plants and animals, and occasionally involve costumed characters.
Gardener Talk2/4/20121:00 pmMeet the Gardeners! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. Learn about plants and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
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Primate Enrichment2/4/201210:00 amEnrichment activities enhance zoo environments for animals, stimulating them to investigate and interact with their surroundings. Como Zoo enriches animal environments by making changes to structures in their enclosures, presenting novel objects and smells for them to investigate and explore, and by changing how we present food to them. It encourages them to forage, hunt and handle their food in ways that are natural to them in the wild.
Hidden World of Bears - Traveling Exhibit2/4/201210:00 amExplore the intimate details of black bear behavior through the photos and insights of long-time bear researcher, Dr. Lynn Rogers. The Hidden World of Bears exhibition features about 70 of Dr. Roger’s framed photographs of bears. Most of the photographs are of black bears, documenting their life as cubs born in a winter den, and on through the spring and summer months, as they eat, play, and interact with other bears—and at times people, finally culminating in the construction of a new winter den in the fall. Other dramatic photographs include portraits of polar bears and brown bears in Hudson Bay and Alaska.
Winter Flower Show2/4/201210:00 amThe Sunken Garden blooms with vibrant pinks, yellows, reds & purple created by azaleas, clyclamen, veltheimia, amaryllis, cineraria and more.
Lil' Explorer Thursdays!2/4/201210:00 amFree Thursdays though April! Come explore 10-Noon each Thursday in the Visitor's Center! Meet animal and plant visitors, see story time, play games and many other fun activities. Different themes each week! MORE
Bear Program2/4/201210:30 amA bear program is either training, enrichment, or a keeper talk with the polar bears and/or the brown bears.
Zoo Keeper Talk2/4/201211:00 amMeet the Zoo Keepers! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running Como Zoo. Learn about the animals and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
Story Time2/4/201212:30 pmJoin us for story time everyday at 12:30! Our stories feature plants and animals, and occasionally involve costumed characters.
Gardener Talk2/4/20121:00 pmMeet the Gardeners! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. Learn about plants and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
Music Under Glass - Café Accordion Orchestra2/4/20125:00 pm“Berets and Bongos” describes the Café Accordion Orchestra experience. A loungy, eclectic mix, full of French flare, Latin heat and Bohemian attitude. The heart of the Café Accordion repertoire is the romantic, gypsy-influenced valse-musette. The group complements the musettes with swing, ballads, tangos, cha chas, rumbas, and cumbias to create a wonderfully varied show. They inject their music with good humor and expressive abandon. Their high level of musicianship and passion for performance makes them an entertaining concert act as well as a great dance band.
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Hidden World of Bears - Traveling Exhibit2/4/201210:00 amExplore the intimate details of black bear behavior through the photos and insights of long-time bear researcher, Dr. Lynn Rogers. The Hidden World of Bears exhibition features about 70 of Dr. Roger’s framed photographs of bears. Most of the photographs are of black bears, documenting their life as cubs born in a winter den, and on through the spring and summer months, as they eat, play, and interact with other bears—and at times people, finally culminating in the construction of a new winter den in the fall. Other dramatic photographs include portraits of polar bears and brown bears in Hudson Bay and Alaska.
Winter Flower Show2/4/201210:00 amThe Sunken Garden blooms with vibrant pinks, yellows, reds & purple created by azaleas, clyclamen, veltheimia, amaryllis, cineraria and more.
Bear Program2/4/201210:30 amA bear program is either training, enrichment, or a keeper talk with the polar bears and/or the brown bears.
Zoo Keeper Talk2/4/201211:00 amMeet the Zoo Keepers! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running Como Zoo. Learn about the animals and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
Story Time2/4/201212:30 pmJoin us for story time everyday at 12:30! Our stories feature plants and animals, and occasionally involve costumed characters.
Gardener Talk2/4/20121:00 pmMeet the Gardeners! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. Learn about plants and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
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Winter Flower Show2/4/201210:00 amThe Sunken Garden blooms with vibrant pinks, yellows, reds & purple created by azaleas, clyclamen, veltheimia, amaryllis, cineraria and more.
Big Cat Enrichment2/4/201210:00 amEnrichment activities enhance zoo environments for animals, stimulating them to investigate and interact with their surroundings. Como Zoo enriches animal environments by making changes to structures in their enclosures, presenting novel objects and smells for them to investigate and explore, and by changing how we present food to them. It encourages them to forage, hunt and handle their food in ways that are natural to them in the wild.
Hidden World of Bears - Traveling Exhibit2/4/201210:00 amExplore the intimate details of black bear behavior through the photos and insights of long-time bear researcher, Dr. Lynn Rogers. The Hidden World of Bears exhibition features about 70 of Dr. Roger’s framed photographs of bears. Most of the photographs are of black bears, documenting their life as cubs born in a winter den, and on through the spring and summer months, as they eat, play, and interact with other bears—and at times people, finally culminating in the construction of a new winter den in the fall. Other dramatic photographs include portraits of polar bears and brown bears in Hudson Bay and Alaska.
Bear Program2/4/201210:30 amA bear program is either training, enrichment, or a keeper talk with the polar bears and/or the brown bears.
Zoo Keeper Talk2/4/201211:00 amMeet the Zoo Keepers! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running Como Zoo. Learn about the animals and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
Story Time2/4/201212:30 pmJoin us for story time everyday at 12:30! Our stories feature plants and animals, and occasionally involve costumed characters.
Gardener Talk2/4/20121:00 pmMeet the Gardeners! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. Learn about plants and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
Bear Program2/4/20122:00 pmA bear program is either training, enrichment, or a keeper talk with the polar bears and/or the brown bears.
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Enchanted Evening - A Valentine’s Dining Experience
2/4/201212:00 amThis Valentine’s Day, don’t just give your sweetheart flowers; take them where they can dine amongst them.
Enjoy candle-lit tables throughout the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory amongst the three featured gardens, each with its own unique characteristics from the intimate North Garden with lush vegetation to the Sunken Garden with the color and scents of a picturesque warm summer day. Live musicians play as Lancer Catering serves a double entrée, gourmet dinner. MORE Winter Flower Show2/4/201210:00 amThe Sunken Garden blooms with vibrant pinks, yellows, reds & purple created by azaleas, clyclamen, veltheimia, amaryllis, cineraria and more.
Hidden World of Bears - Traveling Exhibit2/4/201210:00 amExplore the intimate details of black bear behavior through the photos and insights of long-time bear researcher, Dr. Lynn Rogers. The Hidden World of Bears exhibition features about 70 of Dr. Roger’s framed photographs of bears. Most of the photographs are of black bears, documenting their life as cubs born in a winter den, and on through the spring and summer months, as they eat, play, and interact with other bears—and at times people, finally culminating in the construction of a new winter den in the fall. Other dramatic photographs include portraits of polar bears and brown bears in Hudson Bay and Alaska.
Bear Program2/4/201210:30 amA bear program is either training, enrichment, or a keeper talk with the polar bears and/or the brown bears.
Zoo Keeper Talk2/4/201211:00 amMeet the Zoo Keepers! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running Como Zoo. Learn about the animals and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
Story Time2/4/201212:30 pmJoin us for story time everyday at 12:30! Our stories feature plants and animals, and occasionally involve costumed characters.
Gardener Talk2/4/20121:00 pmMeet the Gardeners! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. Learn about plants and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
Bear Program2/4/20122:00 pmA bear program is either training, enrichment, or a keeper talk with the polar bears and/or the brown bears.
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Enchanted Evening - A Valentine’s Dining Experience
2/4/201212:00 amThis Valentine’s Day, don’t just give your sweetheart flowers; take them where they can dine amongst them.
Enjoy candle-lit tables throughout the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory amongst the three featured gardens, each with its own unique characteristics from the intimate North Garden with lush vegetation to the Sunken Garden with the color and scents of a picturesque warm summer day. Live musicians play as Lancer Catering serves a double entrée, gourmet dinner. MORE Winter Flower Show2/4/201210:00 amThe Sunken Garden blooms with vibrant pinks, yellows, reds & purple created by azaleas, clyclamen, veltheimia, amaryllis, cineraria and more.
Hidden World of Bears - Traveling Exhibit2/4/201210:00 amExplore the intimate details of black bear behavior through the photos and insights of long-time bear researcher, Dr. Lynn Rogers. The Hidden World of Bears exhibition features about 70 of Dr. Roger’s framed photographs of bears. Most of the photographs are of black bears, documenting their life as cubs born in a winter den, and on through the spring and summer months, as they eat, play, and interact with other bears—and at times people, finally culminating in the construction of a new winter den in the fall. Other dramatic photographs include portraits of polar bears and brown bears in Hudson Bay and Alaska.
Bear Program2/4/201210:30 amA bear program is either training, enrichment, or a keeper talk with the polar bears and/or the brown bears.
Zoo Keeper Talk2/4/201211:00 amMeet the Zoo Keepers! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running Como Zoo. Learn about the animals and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
Story Time2/4/201212:30 pmJoin us for story time everyday at 12:30! Our stories feature plants and animals, and occasionally involve costumed characters.
Gardener Talk2/4/20121:00 pmMeet the Gardeners! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. Learn about plants and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
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Enchanted Evening - A Valentine’s Dining Experience2/4/201212:00 amThis Valentine’s Day, don’t just give your sweetheart flowers; take them where they can dine amongst them. 
Hidden World of Bears - Traveling Exhibit2/4/201210:00 amExplore the intimate details of black bear behavior through the photos and insights of long-time bear researcher, Dr. Lynn Rogers. The Hidden World of Bears exhibition features about 70 of Dr. Roger’s framed photographs of bears. Most of the photographs are of black bears, documenting their life as cubs born in a winter den, and on through the spring and summer months, as they eat, play, and interact with other bears—and at times people, finally culminating in the construction of a new winter den in the fall. Other dramatic photographs include portraits of polar bears and brown bears in Hudson Bay and Alaska.
Winter Flower Show2/4/201210:00 amThe Sunken Garden blooms with vibrant pinks, yellows, reds & purple created by azaleas, clyclamen, veltheimia, amaryllis, cineraria and more.
Bear Program2/4/201210:30 amA bear program is either training, enrichment, or a keeper talk with the polar bears and/or the brown bears.
Zoo Keeper Talk2/4/201211:00 amMeet the Zoo Keepers! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running Como Zoo. Learn about the animals and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
Story Time2/4/201212:30 pmJoin us for story time everyday at 12:30! Our stories feature plants and animals, and occasionally involve costumed characters.
Gardener Talk2/4/20121:00 pmMeet the Gardeners! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. Learn about plants and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
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Hidden World of Bears - Traveling Exhibit2/4/201210:00 amExplore the intimate details of black bear behavior through the photos and insights of long-time bear researcher, Dr. Lynn Rogers. The Hidden World of Bears exhibition features about 70 of Dr. Roger’s framed photographs of bears. Most of the photographs are of black bears, documenting their life as cubs born in a winter den, and on through the spring and summer months, as they eat, play, and interact with other bears—and at times people, finally culminating in the construction of a new winter den in the fall. Other dramatic photographs include portraits of polar bears and brown bears in Hudson Bay and Alaska.
Winter Flower Show2/4/201210:00 amThe Sunken Garden blooms with vibrant pinks, yellows, reds & purple created by azaleas, clyclamen, veltheimia, amaryllis, cineraria and more.
Bear Program2/4/201210:30 amA bear program is either training, enrichment, or a keeper talk with the polar bears and/or the brown bears.
Zoo Keeper Talk2/4/201211:00 amMeet the Zoo Keepers! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running Como Zoo. Learn about the animals and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
Story Time2/4/201212:30 pmJoin us for story time everyday at 12:30! Our stories feature plants and animals, and occasionally involve costumed characters.
Gardener Talk2/4/20121:00 pmMeet the Gardeners! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. Learn about plants and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
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Primate Enrichment2/4/201210:00 amEnrichment activities enhance zoo environments for animals, stimulating them to investigate and interact with their surroundings. Como Zoo enriches animal environments by making changes to structures in their enclosures, presenting novel objects and smells for them to investigate and explore, and by changing how we present food to them. It encourages them to forage, hunt and handle their food in ways that are natural to them in the wild.
Winter Flower Show2/4/201210:00 amThe Sunken Garden blooms with vibrant pinks, yellows, reds & purple created by azaleas, clyclamen, veltheimia, amaryllis, cineraria and more.
Lil' Explorer Thursdays!2/4/201210:00 amFree Thursdays though April! Come explore 10-Noon each Thursday in the Visitor's Center! Meet animal and plant visitors, see story time, play games and many other fun activities. Different themes each week! MORE
Hidden World of Bears - Traveling Exhibit2/4/201210:00 amExplore the intimate details of black bear behavior through the photos and insights of long-time bear researcher, Dr. Lynn Rogers. The Hidden World of Bears exhibition features about 70 of Dr. Roger’s framed photographs of bears. Most of the photographs are of black bears, documenting their life as cubs born in a winter den, and on through the spring and summer months, as they eat, play, and interact with other bears—and at times people, finally culminating in the construction of a new winter den in the fall. Other dramatic photographs include portraits of polar bears and brown bears in Hudson Bay and Alaska.
Bear Program2/4/201210:30 amA bear program is either training, enrichment, or a keeper talk with the polar bears and/or the brown bears.
Zoo Keeper Talk2/4/201211:00 amMeet the Zoo Keepers! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running Como Zoo. Learn about the animals and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
Story Time2/4/201212:30 pmJoin us for story time everyday at 12:30! Our stories feature plants and animals, and occasionally involve costumed characters.
Gardener Talk2/4/20121:00 pmMeet the Gardeners! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. Learn about plants and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
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Hidden World of Bears - Traveling Exhibit2/4/201210:00 amExplore the intimate details of black bear behavior through the photos and insights of long-time bear researcher, Dr. Lynn Rogers. The Hidden World of Bears exhibition features about 70 of Dr. Roger’s framed photographs of bears. Most of the photographs are of black bears, documenting their life as cubs born in a winter den, and on through the spring and summer months, as they eat, play, and interact with other bears—and at times people, finally culminating in the construction of a new winter den in the fall. Other dramatic photographs include portraits of polar bears and brown bears in Hudson Bay and Alaska.
Winter Flower Show2/4/201210:00 amThe Sunken Garden blooms with vibrant pinks, yellows, reds & purple created by azaleas, clyclamen, veltheimia, amaryllis, cineraria and more.
Bear Program2/4/201210:30 amA bear program is either training, enrichment, or a keeper talk with the polar bears and/or the brown bears.
Zoo Keeper Talk2/4/201211:00 amMeet the Zoo Keepers! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running Como Zoo. Learn about the animals and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
Story Time2/4/201212:30 pmJoin us for story time everyday at 12:30! Our stories feature plants and animals, and occasionally involve costumed characters.
Gardener Talk2/4/20121:00 pmMeet the Gardeners! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. Learn about plants and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
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Leapin' & Learning Weekend2/4/201210:00 amIt's LEAP YEAR! Hop on in for a weekend full of fun. Get ready to leap through the Como Park Zoo and Conservatory while learning about amphibians. A scavenger hunt will take you on a tour to learn about friendly frogs, tricky toads and slippery salamanders. The weekend will also include frog crafts and a special story time. 
Winter Flower Show2/4/201210:00 amThe Sunken Garden blooms with vibrant pinks, yellows, reds & purple created by azaleas, clyclamen, veltheimia, amaryllis, cineraria and more.
Big Cat Enrichment2/4/201210:00 amEnrichment activities enhance zoo environments for animals, stimulating them to investigate and interact with their surroundings. Como Zoo enriches animal environments by making changes to structures in their enclosures, presenting novel objects and smells for them to investigate and explore, and by changing how we present food to them. It encourages them to forage, hunt and handle their food in ways that are natural to them in the wild.
Hidden World of Bears - Traveling Exhibit2/4/201210:00 amExplore the intimate details of black bear behavior through the photos and insights of long-time bear researcher, Dr. Lynn Rogers. The Hidden World of Bears exhibition features about 70 of Dr. Roger’s framed photographs of bears. Most of the photographs are of black bears, documenting their life as cubs born in a winter den, and on through the spring and summer months, as they eat, play, and interact with other bears—and at times people, finally culminating in the construction of a new winter den in the fall. Other dramatic photographs include portraits of polar bears and brown bears in Hudson Bay and Alaska.
Bear Program2/4/201210:30 amA bear program is either training, enrichment, or a keeper talk with the polar bears and/or the brown bears.
Zoo Keeper Talk2/4/201211:00 amMeet the Zoo Keepers! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running Como Zoo. Learn about the animals and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
Story Time2/4/201212:30 pmJoin us for story time everyday at 12:30! Our stories feature plants and animals, and occasionally involve costumed characters.
Gardener Talk2/4/20121:00 pmMeet the Gardeners! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. Learn about plants and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
Bear Program2/4/20122:00 pmA bear program is either training, enrichment, or a keeper talk with the polar bears and/or the brown bears.
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Winter Flower Show2/4/201210:00 amThe Sunken Garden blooms with vibrant pinks, yellows, reds & purple created by azaleas, clyclamen, veltheimia, amaryllis, cineraria and more.
Hidden World of Bears - Traveling Exhibit2/4/201210:00 amExplore the intimate details of black bear behavior through the photos and insights of long-time bear researcher, Dr. Lynn Rogers. The Hidden World of Bears exhibition features about 70 of Dr. Roger’s framed photographs of bears. Most of the photographs are of black bears, documenting their life as cubs born in a winter den, and on through the spring and summer months, as they eat, play, and interact with other bears—and at times people, finally culminating in the construction of a new winter den in the fall. Other dramatic photographs include portraits of polar bears and brown bears in Hudson Bay and Alaska.
Leapin' & Learning Weekend2/4/201210:00 amIt's LEAP YEAR! Hop on in for a weekend full of fun. Get ready to leap through the Como Park Zoo and Conservatory while learning about amphibians. A scavenger hunt will take you on a tour to learn about friendly frogs, tricky toads and slippery salamanders. The weekend will also include frog crafts and a special story time.
Bear Program2/4/201210:30 amA bear program is either training, enrichment, or a keeper talk with the polar bears and/or the brown bears.
Zoo Keeper Talk2/4/201211:00 amMeet the Zoo Keepers! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running Como Zoo. Learn about the animals and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
Story Time2/4/201212:30 pmJoin us for story time everyday at 12:30! Our stories feature plants and animals, and occasionally involve costumed characters.
Gardener Talk2/4/20121:00 pmMeet the Gardeners! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. Learn about plants and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
Bear Program2/4/20122:00 pmA bear program is either training, enrichment, or a keeper talk with the polar bears and/or the brown bears.
Music Under Glass - Robb Henry Trio2/4/20125:00 pmGuitarist Robb Henry is perhaps best known for his work with Parisota Hot Club, a group he helped form to explore the jazz stylings of french guitarist Django Reinhardt in 2001. This music gets a fresh approach with Henry's new trio featuring his eclectic, electric guitar playing. Also, featured are Jim Chenoweth on string bass and Ben Kaplan at the drums. This listening experience will include new interpretations of Django Reinhardt classics mixed with pop melodies of the '60's and bluesy improvisations. The music of the Robb Henry Trio shows deep, musical ties to past roots with a sensibility of sound firmly planted in the present.
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Hidden World of Bears - Traveling Exhibit2/4/201210:00 amExplore the intimate details of black bear behavior through the photos and insights of long-time bear researcher, Dr. Lynn Rogers. The Hidden World of Bears exhibition features about 70 of Dr. Roger’s framed photographs of bears. Most of the photographs are of black bears, documenting their life as cubs born in a winter den, and on through the spring and summer months, as they eat, play, and interact with other bears—and at times people, finally culminating in the construction of a new winter den in the fall. Other dramatic photographs include portraits of polar bears and brown bears in Hudson Bay and Alaska.
Winter Flower Show2/4/201210:00 amThe Sunken Garden blooms with vibrant pinks, yellows, reds & purple created by azaleas, clyclamen, veltheimia, amaryllis, cineraria and more.
Leapin' & Learning Weekend2/4/201210:00 amIt's LEAP YEAR! Hop on in for a weekend full of fun. Get ready to leap through the Como Park Zoo and Conservatory while learning about amphibians. A scavenger hunt will take you on a tour to learn about friendly frogs, tricky toads and slippery salamanders. The weekend will also include frog crafts and a special story time.
Bear Program2/4/201210:30 amA bear program is either training, enrichment, or a keeper talk with the polar bears and/or the brown bears.
Zoo Keeper Talk2/4/201211:00 amMeet the Zoo Keepers! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running Como Zoo. Learn about the animals and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
Story Time2/4/201212:30 pmJoin us for story time everyday at 12:30! Our stories feature plants and animals, and occasionally involve costumed characters.
Gardener Talk2/4/20121:00 pmMeet the Gardeners! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. Learn about plants and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
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Hidden World of Bears - Traveling Exhibit2/4/201210:00 amExplore the intimate details of black bear behavior through the photos and insights of long-time bear researcher, Dr. Lynn Rogers. The Hidden World of Bears exhibition features about 70 of Dr. Roger’s framed photographs of bears. Most of the photographs are of black bears, documenting their life as cubs born in a winter den, and on through the spring and summer months, as they eat, play, and interact with other bears—and at times people, finally culminating in the construction of a new winter den in the fall. Other dramatic photographs include portraits of polar bears and brown bears in Hudson Bay and Alaska.
Winter Flower Show2/4/201210:00 amThe Sunken Garden blooms with vibrant pinks, yellows, reds & purple created by azaleas, clyclamen, veltheimia, amaryllis, cineraria and more.
Bear Program2/4/201210:30 amA bear program is either training, enrichment, or a keeper talk with the polar bears and/or the brown bears.
Zoo Keeper Talk2/4/201211:00 amMeet the Zoo Keepers! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running Como Zoo. Learn about the animals and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
Story Time2/4/201212:30 pmJoin us for story time everyday at 12:30! Our stories feature plants and animals, and occasionally involve costumed characters.
Gardener Talk2/4/20121:00 pmMeet the Gardeners! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. Learn about plants and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
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Hidden World of Bears - Traveling Exhibit2/4/201210:00 amExplore the intimate details of black bear behavior through the photos and insights of long-time bear researcher, Dr. Lynn Rogers. The Hidden World of Bears exhibition features about 70 of Dr. Roger’s framed photographs of bears. Most of the photographs are of black bears, documenting their life as cubs born in a winter den, and on through the spring and summer months, as they eat, play, and interact with other bears—and at times people, finally culminating in the construction of a new winter den in the fall. Other dramatic photographs include portraits of polar bears and brown bears in Hudson Bay and Alaska.
Winter Flower Show2/4/201210:00 amThe Sunken Garden blooms with vibrant pinks, yellows, reds & purple created by azaleas, clyclamen, veltheimia, amaryllis, cineraria and more.
Bear Program2/4/201210:30 amA bear program is either training, enrichment, or a keeper talk with the polar bears and/or the brown bears.
Zoo Keeper Talk2/4/201211:00 amMeet the Zoo Keepers! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running Como Zoo. Learn about the animals and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
Story Time2/4/201212:30 pmJoin us for story time everyday at 12:30! Our stories feature plants and animals, and occasionally involve costumed characters.
Gardener Talk2/4/20121:00 pmMeet the Gardeners! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. Learn about plants and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
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Primate Enrichment2/4/201210:00 amEnrichment activities enhance zoo environments for animals, stimulating them to investigate and interact with their surroundings. Como Zoo enriches animal environments by making changes to structures in their enclosures, presenting novel objects and smells for them to investigate and explore, and by changing how we present food to them. It encourages them to forage, hunt and handle their food in ways that are natural to them in the wild.
Winter Flower Show2/4/201210:00 amThe Sunken Garden blooms with vibrant pinks, yellows, reds & purple created by azaleas, clyclamen, veltheimia, amaryllis, cineraria and more.
Lil' Explorer Thursdays!2/4/201210:00 amFree Thursdays though April! Come explore 10-Noon each Thursday in the Visitor's Center! Meet animal and plant visitors, see story time, play games and many other fun activities. Different themes each week! MORE
Hidden World of Bears - Traveling Exhibit2/4/201210:00 amExplore the intimate details of black bear behavior through the photos and insights of long-time bear researcher, Dr. Lynn Rogers. The Hidden World of Bears exhibition features about 70 of Dr. Roger’s framed photographs of bears. Most of the photographs are of black bears, documenting their life as cubs born in a winter den, and on through the spring and summer months, as they eat, play, and interact with other bears—and at times people, finally culminating in the construction of a new winter den in the fall. Other dramatic photographs include portraits of polar bears and brown bears in Hudson Bay and Alaska.
Bear Program2/4/201210:30 amA bear program is either training, enrichment, or a keeper talk with the polar bears and/or the brown bears.
Zoo Keeper Talk2/4/201211:00 amMeet the Zoo Keepers! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running Como Zoo. Learn about the animals and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
Story Time2/4/201212:30 pmJoin us for story time everyday at 12:30! Our stories feature plants and animals, and occasionally involve costumed characters.
Gardener Talk2/4/20121:00 pmMeet the Gardeners! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. Learn about plants and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
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Hidden World of Bears - Traveling Exhibit2/4/201210:00 amExplore the intimate details of black bear behavior through the photos and insights of long-time bear researcher, Dr. Lynn Rogers. The Hidden World of Bears exhibition features about 70 of Dr. Roger’s framed photographs of bears. Most of the photographs are of black bears, documenting their life as cubs born in a winter den, and on through the spring and summer months, as they eat, play, and interact with other bears—and at times people, finally culminating in the construction of a new winter den in the fall. Other dramatic photographs include portraits of polar bears and brown bears in Hudson Bay and Alaska.
Winter Flower Show2/4/201210:00 amThe Sunken Garden blooms with vibrant pinks, yellows, reds & purple created by azaleas, clyclamen, veltheimia, amaryllis, cineraria and more.
Bear Program2/4/201210:30 amA bear program is either training, enrichment, or a keeper talk with the polar bears and/or the brown bears.
Zoo Keeper Talk2/4/201211:00 amMeet the Zoo Keepers! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running Como Zoo. Learn about the animals and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
Story Time2/4/201212:30 pmJoin us for story time everyday at 12:30! Our stories feature plants and animals, and occasionally involve costumed characters.
Gardener Talk2/4/20121:00 pmMeet the Gardeners! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. Learn about plants and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
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Minnesota Parent Camp Fair2/4/201212:00 amNeed help finding the best summer activities for your children? At the Camp Fair you’ll find every camp imaginable, including day camps, sleepaways, music, arts, sciences, computers, horses, sports and much, much more.
Winter Flower Show2/4/201210:00 amThe Sunken Garden blooms with vibrant pinks, yellows, reds & purple created by azaleas, clyclamen, veltheimia, amaryllis, cineraria and more.
Big Cat Enrichment2/4/201210:00 amEnrichment activities enhance zoo environments for animals, stimulating them to investigate and interact with their surroundings. Como Zoo enriches animal environments by making changes to structures in their enclosures, presenting novel objects and smells for them to investigate and explore, and by changing how we present food to them. It encourages them to forage, hunt and handle their food in ways that are natural to them in the wild.
Hidden World of Bears - Traveling Exhibit2/4/201210:00 amExplore the intimate details of black bear behavior through the photos and insights of long-time bear researcher, Dr. Lynn Rogers. The Hidden World of Bears exhibition features about 70 of Dr. Roger’s framed photographs of bears. Most of the photographs are of black bears, documenting their life as cubs born in a winter den, and on through the spring and summer months, as they eat, play, and interact with other bears—and at times people, finally culminating in the construction of a new winter den in the fall. Other dramatic photographs include portraits of polar bears and brown bears in Hudson Bay and Alaska.
Bear Program2/4/201210:30 amA bear program is either training, enrichment, or a keeper talk with the polar bears and/or the brown bears.
Zoo Keeper Talk2/4/201211:00 amMeet the Zoo Keepers! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running Como Zoo. Learn about the animals and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
Story Time2/4/201212:30 pmJoin us for story time everyday at 12:30! Our stories feature plants and animals, and occasionally involve costumed characters.
Gardener Talk2/4/20121:00 pmMeet the Gardeners! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. Learn about plants and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
Bear Program2/4/20122:00 pmA bear program is either training, enrichment, or a keeper talk with the polar bears and/or the brown bears.
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Hidden World of Bears - Traveling Exhibit2/4/201210:00 amExplore the intimate details of black bear behavior through the photos and insights of long-time bear researcher, Dr. Lynn Rogers. The Hidden World of Bears exhibition features about 70 of Dr. Roger’s framed photographs of bears. Most of the photographs are of black bears, documenting their life as cubs born in a winter den, and on through the spring and summer months, as they eat, play, and interact with other bears—and at times people, finally culminating in the construction of a new winter den in the fall. Other dramatic photographs include portraits of polar bears and brown bears in Hudson Bay and Alaska.
Winter Flower Show2/4/201210:00 amThe Sunken Garden blooms with vibrant pinks, yellows, reds & purple created by azaleas, clyclamen, veltheimia, amaryllis, cineraria and more.
Bear Program2/4/201210:30 amA bear program is either training, enrichment, or a keeper talk with the polar bears and/or the brown bears.
Zoo Keeper Talk2/4/201211:00 amMeet the Zoo Keepers! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running Como Zoo. Learn about the animals and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
Story Time2/4/201212:30 pmJoin us for story time everyday at 12:30! Our stories feature plants and animals, and occasionally involve costumed characters.
Gardener Talk2/4/20121:00 pmMeet the Gardeners! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. Learn about plants and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
Bear Program2/4/20122:00 pmA bear program is either training, enrichment, or a keeper talk with the polar bears and/or the brown bears.
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Hidden World of Bears - Traveling Exhibit2/4/201210:00 amExplore the intimate details of black bear behavior through the photos and insights of long-time bear researcher, Dr. Lynn Rogers. The Hidden World of Bears exhibition features about 70 of Dr. Roger’s framed photographs of bears. Most of the photographs are of black bears, documenting their life as cubs born in a winter den, and on through the spring and summer months, as they eat, play, and interact with other bears—and at times people, finally culminating in the construction of a new winter den in the fall. Other dramatic photographs include portraits of polar bears and brown bears in Hudson Bay and Alaska.
Winter Flower Show2/4/201210:00 amThe Sunken Garden blooms with vibrant pinks, yellows, reds & purple created by azaleas, clyclamen, veltheimia, amaryllis, cineraria and more.
Bear Program2/4/201210:30 amA bear program is either training, enrichment, or a keeper talk with the polar bears and/or the brown bears.
Zoo Keeper Talk2/4/201211:00 amMeet the Zoo Keepers! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running Como Zoo. Learn about the animals and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
Story Time2/4/201212:30 pmJoin us for story time everyday at 12:30! Our stories feature plants and animals, and occasionally involve costumed characters.
Gardener Talk2/4/20121:00 pmMeet the Gardeners! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. Learn about plants and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
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Hidden World of Bears - Traveling Exhibit2/4/201210:00 amExplore the intimate details of black bear behavior through the photos and insights of long-time bear researcher, Dr. Lynn Rogers. The Hidden World of Bears exhibition features about 70 of Dr. Roger’s framed photographs of bears. Most of the photographs are of black bears, documenting their life as cubs born in a winter den, and on through the spring and summer months, as they eat, play, and interact with other bears—and at times people, finally culminating in the construction of a new winter den in the fall. Other dramatic photographs include portraits of polar bears and brown bears in Hudson Bay and Alaska.
Winter Flower Show2/4/201210:00 amThe Sunken Garden blooms with vibrant pinks, yellows, reds & purple created by azaleas, clyclamen, veltheimia, amaryllis, cineraria and more.
Bear Program2/4/201210:30 amA bear program is either training, enrichment, or a keeper talk with the polar bears and/or the brown bears.
Zoo Keeper Talk2/4/201211:00 amMeet the Zoo Keepers! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running Como Zoo. Learn about the animals and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
Story Time2/4/201212:30 pmJoin us for story time everyday at 12:30! Our stories feature plants and animals, and occasionally involve costumed characters.
Gardener Talk2/4/20121:00 pmMeet the Gardeners! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. Learn about plants and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
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Hidden World of Bears - Traveling Exhibit2/4/201210:00 amExplore the intimate details of black bear behavior through the photos and insights of long-time bear researcher, Dr. Lynn Rogers. The Hidden World of Bears exhibition features about 70 of Dr. Roger’s framed photographs of bears. Most of the photographs are of black bears, documenting their life as cubs born in a winter den, and on through the spring and summer months, as they eat, play, and interact with other bears—and at times people, finally culminating in the construction of a new winter den in the fall. Other dramatic photographs include portraits of polar bears and brown bears in Hudson Bay and Alaska.
Winter Flower Show2/4/201210:00 amThe Sunken Garden blooms with vibrant pinks, yellows, reds & purple created by azaleas, clyclamen, veltheimia, amaryllis, cineraria and more.
Bear Program2/4/201210:30 amA bear program is either training, enrichment, or a keeper talk with the polar bears and/or the brown bears.
Zoo Keeper Talk2/4/201211:00 amMeet the Zoo Keepers! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running Como Zoo. Learn about the animals and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
Story Time2/4/201212:30 pmJoin us for story time everyday at 12:30! Our stories feature plants and animals, and occasionally involve costumed characters.
Gardener Talk2/4/20121:00 pmMeet the Gardeners! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. Learn about plants and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.
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GROUPS AND SCHOOLS
Thinking about bringing a group to Como? Complete our online School and Group Notification Form to let us know about your upcoming visit. This lets us plan staffing and volunteers accordingly.
Book a Program
We offer several classes and educational programs for groups. Check out the Education section or call our visitors center for more information.
Where to eat?
Picnic tables are available on a first-come-first-serve basis in Como Park’s West Picnic Grounds, located across Midway Parkway near the Palm Lot parking lot and Como Town.
Picnic shelters in Como Park can be reserved by calling the St. Paul Parks and Recreation Parks Permit Office at 651-632-5111.
Grassy Areas are also available for picnic-style lunches.
Group Lockers
Group lockers are located on the second level of the Visitor Center. One group locker can hold lunches and jackets for approximately 50 elementary students. Reserve a locker by calling 651-487-8272 or by inquiring at the Visitor Services desk. Cost: $10/locker per day. Inquire at Visitor Service’s desk on the day of your visit.
Parking
Download a map of the Como Park Zoo and Conservatory grounds for the location of our parking lots. Parking and a free shuttle service is also available weekends May – September.
GROUPS AND SCHOOLS
PLAN YOUR VISIT
