Don’t let summer and the incredible sights, sounds, and stories the Minnesota Zoo has to offer fly by. While there are much more than just 10 things to see, here are some summer favorites guests won’t want to miss checking off their list before these experiences are gone!
Top 10 Summer Must See’s at the Minnesota Zoo:
- Red Panda Forest
The newest habitat at the Minnesota Zoo is Red Panda Forest. It features red panda brothers Cedar and Spruce, a Western Tufted Deer named Douglas, and a pair of sister Red-Crowned Cranes. Red Panda Forest brings together these three species in a wooded outdoor habitat on the Northern Trail.
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- Alice and Marat
A heartwarming bond you have to see! Right now, endangered Asian wild horse foal, Marat, is thriving with his adopted mother, Alice, a domestic pony. After falling ill at birth, Marat’s mother rejected him, but thanks to intensive care and the love of Alice, who recently lost her own newborn, Marat is well on his way to rejoining the Asian wild horse herd in a few months.
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- Wings Credit Union World of Birds Show
Cheer on the incredible birds and trainers during this avian adventure that can only be seen during the summer. Audiences have a blast at the Wings Credit Union World of Birds Show as some get the chance to participate, getting up close to soaring hawks, talking parrots, majestic owls, and many more rare and beautiful birds from around the world. The show runs three times a day through Labor Day in the Amphitheater and is included with admission.
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- Royal Credit Union Sea Lion Discovery
A show that’s sure to make a splash for the whole family! Learn about sea lions on land and in the water (and even in the air) at Royal Credit Union Sea Lion Discovery. Included with admission. Daily at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. in Discovery Bay.
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- Llama Trek
Take a trip to the Andes without leaving the Zoo! Open daily through Labor Day, visitors can see our llamas up close and personal. For additional fees, you can also feed a llama ($8 per person), walk a llama along a path ($8 per person), and take a camel ride ($8 per person). Llama Trek on the Northern Trail is made possible with support from Expedition Credit Union.
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- Dino Hideout
Come walk among the animatronic dinosaurs and explore the natural play structures. This immersive experience takes you back in time to when dinosaurs roamed the Earth. Dino Hideout is open daily and presented by Xcel Energy with support from TPT. Find the dinos outdoors on the Upper Plaza.
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- Treetop Trail
Experience the Minnesota Zoo from a whole new perspective. The Treetop Trail brings guests 32 feet above ground for a bird’s eye view of tigers, bison, pronghorns, and more as they walk along the 1.25-mile path around the zoo. It provides a year-round and accessible journey into nature for all ages, backgrounds, and abilities.
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- Wild Nights
Grab your crew to experience an adult only evening only found in the summer at the Minnesota Zoo. Explore and enjoy a unique night filled with vibrant local music, artisan vendors, food, drink, and access to your favorite trails and habitats. There are just two nights left, July 25 (ft. headliner Wookiefoot) and August 8 (ft. headliner Cloud Cult).
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- Hanifl Nature Center / The Wonder of Nature: Photography by Jim Brandenburg
Marvel at images of nature captured by the late Minnesota-based and world-renowned photographer Jim Brandenburg. His awe-inspiring work is on display at the Hanifl Nature Center through December.
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- Conservation Carousel
Free rides on Friday, July 25 for National Carousel Day! The Minnesota Zoo’s hand-crafted Conservation Carousel is located along the Northern Trail, near the Hanifl Family Wild Woods play area. This custom ride features 56 animals from around the world including favorites like red pandas, tigers, flamingo, bison, and rhino. A fun experience for the whole family to enjoy all summer long.
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ABOUT THE MINNESOTA ZOO
The Minnesota Zoo is a year-round destination providing a window into the natural world. With hundreds of species of animals, worldwide conservation efforts, and acres of scenic beauty, the Zoo is a resource to connect people, animals, and the natural world to save wildlife. The Minnesota Zoo is an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and an institutional member of the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA). The Minnesota Zoo is home to beloved traditions, such as Farm Babies, the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular, and Wild Nights Music series. For more information visit www.mnzoo.org.
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