Outdoors & Nature events

Tue, Apr 13, 2027 • 10:00 AM—11:00 AM · Missoula, MT

The miniNaturalist pre-K program encourages curiosity for the natural world. Dates: Every Tuesday, September – May Time: 10:00-11:00 am Location: Montana…

Toddler Tuesday: Camp Caw

Tue, Apr 13, 2027 • 10:00 AM—11:30 AM · Lake Elmo, MN

Come meet some of nature’s cleverest birds! In Camp Caw, preschoolers will discover the fascinating world of crows and ravens. Through stories, movement, bird…

BLOOM Art Exhibit: SCCF x SCAL

Tue, Apr 13, 2027 • 10:00 AM—1:00 PM · Sanibel, FL

SCCF and the Sanibel-Captiva Art League are teaming up again for “Bloom,” a joint exhibit celebrating the plants and flowers that bring beauty to our islands…

Daily Tours

Tue, Apr 13, 2027 • 10:00 AM—1:00 PM · Naples, FL

@ Enjoy a staff-led, themed daily tour included with Garden admission. Reserve your spot with a member of the Education team at the information station located…

River Float Rentals

Tue, Apr 13, 2027 • 10:00 AM—5:00 PM · McMinnville, TN

Smooth Rapids offers different float lengths to suit your needs. They recommend the shortest float for those with young children as it starts at the city park…

Walking & Adventure Cave Tours

Tue, Apr 13, 2027 • 10:00 AM—5:30 PM · McMinnville, TN

Journey 333 feet below in McMinnville, TN! Let’s go back to simpler days; the days when schoolless, barefoot, popsicle-dripping summers opened up your busy…

Polar Bear Program

Tue, Apr 13, 2027 • 10:30 AM · Saint Paul, MN

Join us in Polar Bear Odyssey to learn more about Como’s 4 polar bears, and perhaps observe special enrichment or training!

Small Gator Feeding

Tue, Apr 13, 2027 • 11:00 AM—11:15 AM · Gulf Shores, AL

All keeper chats are included with regular paid admission. Small Gator Feeding: Tuesdays at 11:00 am – 11:15 am Join us for the Small Gator Feeding at the…

Dig Deeper

Tue, Apr 13, 2027 • 11:00 AM—1:30 PM · Naples, FL

@ Join Garden staff for a chat about a different topic every day. Learn about what we do and how we do it, and start seeing the Garden from a new perspective.…

Open Carving Days

Tue, Apr 13, 2027 • 11:00 AM—5:00 PM · Clinton, MD

Come see artist Carving Colin bring two new wood sculptures to life during a live carving experience at Clearwater Nature Center. This event is supported in…

Mini Masterpieces

Tue, Apr 13, 2027 • 11:30 AM—12:00 PM · Lakeland, FL

Broad art prompts leave room for creativity to bloom! Make something uniquely yours. Join us in Design Park on the first floor. Program designed for children…

VB Pick-up

Tue, Apr 13, 2027 • 12:00 PM—5:00 PM · Asheville, NC

$5 Pick-up | Purchase wristbands and sign a waiver at the bar before getting on the court!

Guided Highlight Tour

Tue, Apr 13, 2027 • 12:00 PM—12:30 PM · Taunton, MA

Join us every day at 12:00 PM for a Guided Highlight Tour of the Old Colony History Museum! In just 30 minutes, you’ll discover fascinating stories, meet…

Animal Walkabout (Stage/Green Space)

Tue, Apr 13, 2027 • 12:00 PM—12:15 PM · Gulf Shores, AL

All keeper chats are included with regular paid admission. Animal Walkabout: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 12:00 pm – 12:15 pm Join us for the Animal…

Story Time!

Tue, Apr 13, 2027 • 12:00 PM · St Paul, MN

Join us for a unique and nature-themed story!

Daily Otter Feeding

Tue, Apr 13, 2027 • 1:00 PM—1:10 PM · Stamford, CT

Daily Otter Feedings Come say hi to Sadie and Ron, our two river otters! Our otter feedings are daily at 1 pm, and switch to noon upon November’s time change…

Gardener Chat

Tue, Apr 13, 2027 • 1:00 PM · Saint Paul, MN

Meet the Gardeners! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running the Marjorie McNeely…

Gorilla Program

Tue, Apr 13, 2027 • 1:30 PM · St Paul, MN

Join us in Gorilla Forest and learn more about Como’s gorillas and how you can make an impact on gorillas in the wild!

Panther Prowl

Tue, Apr 13, 2027 • 2:00 PM—2:30 PM · Fort Lauderdale, FL

Florida panthers are endangered and critical to Florida’s ecosystem. This augmented reality experience allows you to connect the Florida panther and…

New World Chat (Bear)

Tue, Apr 13, 2027 • 2:00 PM—2:15 PM · Gulf Shores, AL

All keeper chats are included with regular paid admission. New World Chat (Bear): Tuesdays, Fridays & Sundays at 2:00 pm – 2:15 pm Join us for the New World…

Water Garden Wonders

Tue, Apr 13, 2027 • 2:00 PM · St Paul, MN

Discover one of nature’s most extraordinary plants during this daily Water Garden Talk at Como Park Zoo & Conservatory. Meet the stunning Victoria Water…

Taco Tuesday! @ Hamilton & Sharonville

Tue, Apr 13, 2027 • 3:00 PM—9:00 PM · Cincinnati, OH

Join us every Tuesday for our Taco Tuesday Specials at both locations! TACO TRIOS { Includes Three Tacos. No Substitutions } Taco Meat $13 Flour Tortilla |…

Baboon Chat

Tue, Apr 13, 2027 • 3:00 PM—3:15 PM · Gulf Shores, AL

All keeper chats are included with regular paid admission. Baboons Chat: Tuesdays at 3:00 pm – 3:15 pm Join us for the “Baboons Chat” at the Alabama Gulf Coast…

Otter Chat

Tue, Apr 13, 2027 • 3:00 PM—3:30 PM · Allentown, PA

Otter Chat Daily at 3 p.m. Meet our playful North American River Otters up-close during an otter chat, and discover more about these fascinating “water…

Ostrich Feeding (FREE)

Tue, Apr 13, 2027 • 3:30 PM—3:45 PM · Gulf Shores, AL

All keeper chats are included with regular paid admission. Ostrich Feeding: Tuesdays & Thursdays at 3:30 pm – 3:45 pm Join us for the Ostrich Feeding at the…

Durham Bulls vs. Norfolk Tides – Durham

Tue, Apr 13, 2027 • 3:30 PM—5:30 PM · Durham, NC

Get ready for an unforgettable evening of baseball as the Durham Bulls take on the Norfolk Tides at the iconic Durham Bulls Athletic Park! Nestled in the heart…

Member Evenings at the Conservancy – Progress of the Conservancy’s Burmese Python Research and Removal Efforts

Tue, Apr 13, 2027 • 4:30 PM · Naples, FL

Join Biologist Jason Edelkin for an inside look at the Conservancy's python research and removal program. Learn about the latest updates from the 2026–2027…

West Deck Campfire + S’mores

Tue, Apr 13, 2027 • 5:00 PM—9:00 PM · Hunter, NY

Gather round the campfire, roast s’mores, take in a Catskill’s sunset and soak in the stargazing.

Cornhole League

Tue, Apr 13, 2027 • 6:00 PM—9:00 PM · Asheville, NC

Looking for a fun way to spend your Tuesday evenings? The Highland Brewing Cornhole League is all about good beer, great vibes, and making new friends! Whether…

Run Club: Audubon

Tue, Apr 13, 2027 • 6:00 PM—7:00 PM · Columbus, OH

Do you have a thirst for running as much as craft beer? Keeping fit helps us enjoy more of the good things in life. That includes even more of our amazing…

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