Owls
Saturday, March 28, 2026 from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. or 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
Whooo’s known for their impressive nocturnal hunting skills and wisdom….and should they be? Compare traits and habitats between some Minnesota and Zoo owl species, then look for signs of owls around the Zoo. Meet an ambassador owl and their caretakers and create enrichment to help encourage them to show off some natural behaviors.

Frogs & Toads
Friday, May 8, 2026 from 3:30-6:30 p.m.Enjoy a ‘ribbiting’ after-hours journey to explore how frogs, toads, and other amphibians can tell us about their hydrated habitats. Practice surveying wild frogs by listening for their calls while collecting water samples around the Zoo. Meet live amphibian ambassadors, test water samples, and learn about amphibian research and care at the Zoo. (Bonus- sign up for an evening Birding & Nature Walk to listen for frogs, owls, & other wildlife; before & after sunset!)

Dinosaurs & Fossils
Saturday, July 11, 2026 from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Reconnect with your inner child and unearth the fascinating history of life on Earth! Dig into dinosaurs and how the fossil record, along with scientific sleuthing, has shaped our understanding of dinosaurs and other extinct animals. Get your hands dirty at a model dig site and practice excavation techniques that paleontologists and archaeologists use to uncover puzzle pieces of the past.