Dino Hideout
Come walk among the animatronic dinosaurs and explore the natural play structures. This immersive experience takes you back in time to when dinosaurs roamed the Earth. Dino Hideout is open daily and presented by Xcel Energy with support from TPT. Find the dinos outdoors on the Upper Plaza.

Royal Credit Union Sea Lion Discovery presented by Royal Credit Union. -
Learn about sea lions on land and in the water (and even in the air) at Royal Credit Union Sea Lion Discovery! Included with admission. Daily at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Learn how to get your tickets here! Starting April 7th, limited seating will be available for school groups on a first-come, first-served basis.

Imagination Stations
Let your imagination run wild! Mondays, September 22, 2025-April 27, 2026 from 9 am to 12 pm we open up our Sky classroom for children (ages 2-5) and their adults to play together. These popular play days are self-directed and include everything from dress up to crafts to sensory activities, and more. Each day is different, drawing inspiration from the animals that call the Minnesota Zoo home! Join us! This is a drop-in program free with admission. Space is limited!

Treetop Trail
Come get a fresh perspective on nature and let it change and inspire the way you experience the world, and your place within it. The 1.25-mile walking path brings guests up to 32 feet above the ground and provides a year-round and accessible journey into nature for people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities. The trail will close 30 minutes prior to the Zoo’s closing time. Click here to learn more.

Wells Fargo Family Farm Celebrates 25 Years
The Wells Fargo Family Farm has been charming guests since it opened in May 2000. It’s well worth a walk to the Farm to see the spring babies grow from small to tall all summer long. Check out a farm animal demonstration, then have a picnic on the porch of the Farm House!

Wings & Things! presented by Wings Credit Union.
Join us at 10:30 am and 2 pm in the Target Learning Center for Wings & Things! If you’re a fan of birds and four-legged (or no-legged) creatures, you don’t want to miss this 20-minute program. It’s educational, entertaining, and included with your Zoo admission. Thank you to our sponsor Wings Credit Union.

Target Learning Center is located between the Tropics Trail and Minnesota Trail. Seating is first-come, first-served. For those with sensory sensitivities, please note that music is played before the program and microphones are used throughout.

Hanifl Nature Center | The Wonder of Nature: Photography by Jim Brandenburg - At the Hanifl Nature Center, view an indoor exhibition of Minnesota Zoo animal images captured by the internationally acclaimed wildlife photographer.