Como After Hours
Join us for Como After Hours, and see Como in a whole new light without the crowds or kids. An after-hours event for adults to benefit Como Park Zoo & Conservatory, in support of the plants, animals, and free access you love at Como!
The Conservation Quest is a digital scavenger hunt using the GooseChase App that runs from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. during the event. You can put together a team of friends, bring a date, or play solo. You’ll take pictures, post videos, and answer questions across the Zoo and Conservatory all about the plants, animals, and conservation work at Como. The GooseChase leaderboard lets you check in real time where your team ranks, how many points you have, and how close you are to the finish line.
GooseChase is a free app that you download to participate in the Conservation Quest. Details about the game, including a link to join, will be emailed out prior to the event and available when you arrive.
Your team will decide on a name and then be set to play! You will use the app to solve missions all around Como by completing activities, taking pictures, and answering clues.
Available for Android, iPhone, or other smartphones. Simply go to your app store and search GooseChase to download. More info here: GooseChase Information
Wild Conservation will feature interactive stations on projects, programs, plants, and animals where you can chat with talented Como staff and volunteers throughout the night.
There will also be a few games that you can play for an extra cost that will help us raise money to support Como Park Zoo & Conservatory.
Yes – Picnic boxes will be available for sale from our catering partner, Lancer Hospitality, when you arrive at Wild Conservation at Como. Each little picnic box includes a half Chicken Caesar Wrap, Grilled Veggie Wrap, or Caesar Salad in addition to sea salt potato chips, pasta salad, a pickle, and a cookie. For something lighter, chili and popcorn snacks will also be available along with a cash bar.
You must be 21 years of age or older to attend Wild Conservation. ID’s will be checked at the door. For an all-ages scavenger hunt geared towards kids at Como Park Zoo & Conservatory, check out our Como Quest event page.
Handicap parking is available in the Palm Lot and all event spaces can be accessed either by ramps or elevator. If you have specific questions about the accessibility of the event, reach out to Como Friends at events@comofriends.org or 651-487-8229.
Wild Conservation (21+) is casual. Come prepared to leisurely stroll, or depending on your team’s competitiveness, “race” to earn points on the Conservation Quest.
Parking is easiest in the Palm lot or street parking in front of the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. The Wolf Lot and street parking throughout Como Park is also available.
The entrance to Wild Conservation at Como will be at the main door of the Visitor Center. Look for the white registration tent to check-in and start your evening.
Yes! Como Friends members are eligible for $5 off full price tickets. For instructions on how to redeem your discount please call the Como Friends office at 651-487-8229 or email events@comofriends.org.
Tickets for Wild Conservation are nonrefundable. The event will take place rain or shine. If you purchase tickets and cannot make the event, we encourage you to gift your tickets to a friend or family member or contact Como Friends to turn your ticket into a fully tax-deductible donation.
If the event is cancelled or postponed, guests will have an option to have their tickets refunded.