Programs & Events

The Minnesota Zoo is currently offering limited public on-site and virtual programming and events. We remain committed to fostering connections between people and the natural world to save wildlife and are actively developing programming that fits the needs of our community during these changing times. Please find available program details below.

Daytime Events Included with your Admission.

Wings and Things!
Join us at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm in the Target Learning Center for our new animal show, Wings & Things! See owls, porcupines, and more strut their stuff while learning fascinating facts about our natural world. This educational and entertaining show is fun for all ages and included with your Zoo admission. Show run-time is roughly twenty minutes and seating is first-come, first-served. For those with sensory sensitivities, please note, music is played before the program and microphones are used throughout.

Dino Hideout Preview Experience: - CLOSED FOR THE SEASON
Welcome to the grand preview of Dino Hideout! Let your imagination run wild as you walk among these incredibly realistic dinosaurs. Open through November 1 for a special fall preview, with more Dino Hideout features coming next year! Get daytime admission tickets here!
Please note, Dino Hideout will be closed on Tuesday, September 20.

Special Events

Farm Babies - April 29 - June 5, 2023
Your favorite spring tradition is back with exciting new elements. Gather friends and family and come visit the newly renovated Wells Fargo Family Farm. More information soon.

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Virtual Events

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