New Gnome Garden
New Gnome Garden coming at the beginning of May 2022! There's Gnome Place like Hemker Park & Zoo! There will be some 6 feet tall gnomes for guests to take pictures with!
New Gnome Garden
Santa Days 2026
Santa Days 2026
Santa Visits the Zoo November 21, 27 & 28, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Santa is making a special stop at Hemker Park & Zoo this holiday season! Bring the family and enjoy a festive, fun-filled holiday experience. Holiday Activities for the Whole Family Meet...
Boo at the Zoo: October 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th
Boo at the Zoo: October 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th
Boo at the Zoo October 3rd, 10th, 17th & 24th, 2026 Calling all Ghouls and Goblins! Trick or Treat around Hemker Park & Zoo from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm! Dress up in your Halloween Costume and watch the animals get their favorite Halloween Treats too. Discounted...
Spring at the Zoo
Spring at the Zoo
Happy Spring from Hemker Park & Zoo! We officially open for the 2022 season on May 1st and will stay open at least until October 31—maybe longer if we are lucky enough to have extended warmer weather. We can't wait to welcome everyone back and show you what's new!
Fall Zoo Fest
Fall Zoo Fest
Saturday, September 12th, 2026– 10:00am Join the harvest fun. Held in early September each year, the Fall Zoo Fest is a special event at Hemker Park & Zoo to celebrate harvest season. Discounted admission $16.00 + tax/person, shop local vendors, Apples from...
Summer Party
Summer Party
Annual Summer Party Friday, July 10, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Kick off summer at Hemker Park & Zoo! Bring the whole family and enjoy a full day of fun, learning, and unforgettable zoo adventures. Special Event Admission Discounted pricing — $16 + tax per...
Brew At The Zoo
Brew At The Zoo
Brew at the Zoo Thursday, June 18, 2026 | 5:00–9:00 PM Experience Hemker Park & Zoo like never before during this after-hours summer fundraiser for Guardians of Conservation! Enjoy a fun evening featuring: Craft beer, wine, and spirits sampling Live music...
For the ❤️ Rhino’s Gala
For the ❤️ Rhino’s Gala
Roll out the Red Carpet…You are invited to join The Guardians of Conservation at the third annual fundraising gala For the of Rhino’s. Saturday, February 10th, 2024 5 pm – 9 pm at Territory Golf Club in St. Cloud MN. This Gala will benefit Worth Wild Africa...