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Our regular season has ended, but the adventure continues!

 2027 Season Passes Are On Sale Now! 

🎅 Santa Visits the Zoo!
November 21, 28 & 29 | 10 AM–2 PM

Free admission with a monetary donation to Guardians of Conservation. 

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Zootoberfest: September 26th

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Zootoberfest: September 26th

Saturday, September 26th, 2026 12 pm – 5 pm

Hemker Park & Zoo along with the Guardians of Conservation is excited to announce a brand-new way to celebrate October. Zootoberfest will bring some German flair to central Minnesota. It will take place on Saturday, September 26th, 2026 from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sample German beer while enjoying a fall afternoon at Hemker Park & Zoo. Must be 21 to sample German Beer. This event is included in regular zoo admission.

Sponsored by The Guardians of Conservation.

A Legacy of Love

Founded by Mark & Joan Hemker, the zoo has become a labor of love to honor Mark’s legacy since his passing 2006.Â