Family-Friendly Activities At Como Park Zoo This Summer Season

ST. PAUL (WJON News) -- Memorial Day weekend is the official kickoff of summer at one Minnesota Zoo. Como Park Zoo and Conservatory in St. Paul is debuting its Wildlife Rescue: Tales of Conservation, the return of its free weekend shuttle service, and the launching of the Mythical Creatures Adventure at Como Town.

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Como Park Zoo was founded in 1897 and was the First Zoo Established in Minnesota

Through Labor Day, visitors can explore the outdoor Wildlife Rescue with 12 life-sized, climbable, rescued animal sculptures highlighting real-life conservation success stories. The free weekend shuttle service runs from 9:45 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday now through August 17th.

PHOTO courtesy of Como Park Zoo and Conservatory.

Como Park Zoo is Free, but They Do Ask for a $4 Donation for Adults, $2 for Kids

PHOTO courtesy of Como Park Zoo and Conservatory.

Mythical Creatures Adventure is a walk-through fantasy and folklore with 60 animatronic beings from dragons to mermaids, and it is $9.99 per person. There are also fun programs throughout the day, like the Blaze Sparky Show, porcupine feeding, and Tiger Talk.

PHOTO courtesy of Como Park Zoo and Conservatory.

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