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!
Como After Hours will feature interactive hubs 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 – There will be a cash bar with beer, wine and soda. Picnic boxes will be available for sale from our catering partner, Lancer Hospitality, when you arrive at Como After Hours. Stay tuned for menu options.
You must be 21 years of age or older to attend Como After Hours 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.
Como After Hours is casual. Come prepared to leisurely stroll through Como Park Zoo & Conservatory, and remember to check your weather apps for any late breaking changes as you will be both indoors and outdoors throughout the evening.
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 Como After Hours 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 Como After Hours 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.