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Minnesota Zoo Welcome to the official page for the Minnesota Zoo, where we are connecting people, animals, and the natural world to save wildlife! AZA-accredited
(19704)

Founded in 1978, the Minnesota Zoo exists to connect people, animals, and the natural world to save wildlife. Cutting-edge exhibits provide exciting experiences with animals and their habitats introducing guests to species from around the globe. Education programs engage audiences at the Zoo, throughout the region, and around world. Conservation programs protect endangered species and preserve cri

tical ecosystems. For more about the Minnesota Zoo, visit www.mnzoo.org. We love all of our fans! We do ask you to remember that this is a fan page. We are excited about a dialogue with our fans, and are open to everyone's comments and opinions. However, we ask you not to ruin our fans’ experience here by using inappropriate or offensive language, or by posting information that is factually incorrect or even violent in nature. If through your words or actions you demonstrate that you are clearly not a fan of the Minnesota Zoo and do not support our mission of education, conservation, recreation and research, and you deliberately create an environment which damages the fan experience, then your comments will be deleted and you will be denied participation on this page. Thanks for your cooperation!

Happy 1st Birthday, Cedar and Spruce! 🐾🎂p.s. These two birthday boys are most active in the mornings! Stop by Red Panda ...
08/10/2025

Happy 1st Birthday, Cedar and Spruce! 🐾🎂
p.s. These two birthday boys are most active in the mornings! Stop by Red Panda Forest to wish them a happy birthday! 🥳
📸: Steve S

Top 5 ways to keep it cool at the Zoo this weekend! ⬇️🧊 #1) Stay Hydrated! Bring your own water bottle and refill it at...
08/08/2025

Top 5 ways to keep it cool at the Zoo this weekend! ⬇️
🧊 #1) Stay Hydrated! Bring your own water bottle and refill it at the water stations located throughout the Zoo! Or, make it the perfect souvenir from the gift shop to remember your trip to the Zoo! (And it’s an eco-friendly alternative to single-use plastic!)
🧊 #2) Take a Break! Find a shady spot in the Amphitheater to enjoy the Wings Credit Union World of Birds Show. Conserve your energy while you learn about wildlife conservation. Showtimes are at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. daily!
🧊 #3) A Sweet Treat! Scoop up a sweet treat at Call of the Wild, the Farm House, and numerous stands outdoors.
🧊 #4) Splash and Play! Come cool off in the waterspouts at the Splash Pad. Located on the Central Plaza, with restrooms nearby.
🧊 #5) Outside In! Step out of the sun to explore Discovery Bay, Tropics Trail, and the Minnesota Trail. There are thousands of animals to see inside.
ℹ️Plan your visit at MNZoo.org

Raise your hand if you can spot Marty Mcfly taking a snooze🤚
08/08/2025

Raise your hand if you can spot Marty Mcfly taking a snooze🤚

08/06/2025

Thank you for voting us Best Family Attraction for the 5th year in a row in this year's Minnesota's Best! Your support for the Zoo makes a difference in the success and growth of our mission. Become a member, and join us on the journey to connect people, animals, and the natural world to save wildlife! https://bit.ly/4kEq6Vq

08/05/2025

At this year’s Beastly Bash, learn about how the Zoo rescues wildlife — like these sugar gliders! This group of sugar gliders was rescued from SeaQuest earlier this year. Not ones for the spotlight, they are enjoying life behind-the-scenes, snacking and serving an important role as teaching aids, helping to train new animal care and health staff to safely handle and care for animals at the Zoo. Learn more about this group of sugar gliders and other rescued wildlife at the Beastly Bash on September 19. Buy your tickets at https://bit.ly/45iKs10/

Thank you to Best Buy for sponsoring the Beastly Bash.

The Minnesota Wild will be with the wildlife at the Zoo – come join them! On Tuesday, August 12, enjoy special hockey ac...
08/04/2025

The Minnesota Wild will be with the wildlife at the Zoo – come join them! On Tuesday, August 12, enjoy special hockey activities outside on Celebration Plaza. Pick up a stick and see if you can score a goal. Minnesota Wild mascot Nordy will be front and center from 1:30 – 2:15 p.m. Get your hockey hair ready for photos! Plan your visit at mnzoo.org.

The prairie dog pups are here! Several prairie dog babies were born underground this summer. Also called kits, they were...
08/03/2025

The prairie dog pups are here! Several prairie dog babies were born underground this summer. Also called kits, they were born hairless and helpless. Once they reach 6 weeks of age, they emerge above ground but stick close to their immediate family. Watch for them popping out of the burrows; they’re noticeably smaller than the adults.

This Sunday, August 3rd, meet educators inside the main entrance to get to know prairie dogs’ big neighbor: the American...
08/02/2025

This Sunday, August 3rd, meet educators inside the main entrance to get to know prairie dogs’ big neighbor: the American bison. Learn how the bison is a keystone species, see bison bones and a pelt, and hear how the Zoo is working to restore bison herds to where they once roamed. Plan your visit today: https://bit.ly/3B2CMl5

It's the (Prairie) Dog Days of Summer! Join us daily at 3:30 pm on the Northern Trail in front of the Prairie Dog habita...
08/01/2025

It's the (Prairie) Dog Days of Summer! Join us daily at 3:30 pm on the Northern Trail in front of the Prairie Dog habitat for Keeper Chat all about the small prairie pals and their neighboring bison buds. You might even spot a few prairie dog pups! Plan your visit today: https://bit.ly/3B2CMl5

07/30/2025

Calling all party animals! Porcupine Quillber is ready for his close-up — are you? Experience the Zoo like never before at the 2025 Beastly Bash. Enjoy amazing food, dancing, larger-than-life games, animal demonstrations, and more, and discover how YOU can help the Zoo give orphaned, injured, and rescued wildlife a second chance to thrive. Buy your tickets at https://aesbid.com/ELP/MNZOO25/.

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13000 Zoo Boulevard
Apple Valley, MN
55124

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Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 10am - 6pm

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Founded in 1978, the Minnesota Zoo exists to connect people, animals, and the natural world to save wildlife. Cutting-edge exhibits provide exciting experiences with animals and their habitats introducing guests to species from around the globe. Education programs engage audiences at the Zoo, throughout the region, and around world. Conservation programs protect endangered species and preserve critical ecosystems. For more about the Minnesota Zoo, visit www.mnzoo.org.