Preschool Classes
Send your preschooler on a wild adventure at the Minnesota Zoo! These child-only classes are designed for children age
3 1/2* through Kindergarten and include animal stories, crafts and activities along with exploration of the Zoo and our amazing animals.
TIMES: 9:30-11:30 a.m. or 1:00-3:00 p.m.
FEES: Members: $23 per class, Non-members: $28 per class.
Package Discount: Register for four Preschool programs** during the school year and receive a $10 discount!
If you are looking for summer programming, please check out our Zoo Camp options.
Rainforest Safari
Rainforest Safari
February 11
We’ll trek into the tropics to explore the homes of the many unique creatures that live there and find out about simple things we can do to help. |
Saturday, February 11 (a.m. only) |
Monkey Business
Monkey Business
February 24
We’ll visit the DeBrazza’s and Colobus monkeys on our Tropics Trail and observe the antics of our primates to discover their similarities and differences. |
Friday, February 24 |
Frog & Toad Go Hip-Hop
Frog & Toad Go Hip-Hop
March 9
Meet "Hoppy" the frog and discover why frogs chirp and croak and how they can jump so far. |
Friday, March 9 |
Lucky Leopards
Lucky Leopards
March 17
Is it a cheetah, jaguar, or leopard? We'll help you learn the difference! Discover what makes leopards different from other big cats and try to "spot" our leopards in a game of hide and seek. |
Saturday, March 17 |
Tigurrrs!
Tigurrrs!
March 23
What's black and orange and striped from head to toe? That's right - a tiger! Come sink your teeth into this class and learn about the largest of the wild cats! |
Friday, March 23 |
Hippity Hop
Hippity Hop
March 30
Hop on in to explore the world of wild and domestic rabbits and other furry friends. |
Friday, March 30 |
What's Hatching?
What's Hatching?
April 13
Take a peek at some of our newest zoo babies to arrive this spring and discover how animals care for their young. |
Friday, April 13 |
Bear Necessities
Bear Necessities
April 21
Discover the bear necessities as we meet the grizzlies of Russia's Grizzly Coast! |
Saturday, April 21 |
Cluck with the Chickens at the FARM
Cluck with the Chickens at the FARM
April 27
Hens, roosters, and chicks, oh my! Come experience the wonderful world of chickens at the Minnesota Zoo. We will do a chicken dance, create a chicken craft, and learn why this animal is so unique. |
Friday, April 27 |
Penguin Plunge
Penguin Plunge
May 4
Plunge into the icy world of these energetic black and white birds. We’ll discover what they eat, how they hunt and other amazing adaptations. |
Friday, May 4 |
Horsin' Around at the FARM
Horsin' Around at the FARM
May 18
Gallop into the wild world of horses and meet some of our unique draft horses. |
Friday, May 18 |
*Please note age range - child must be 3 1/2 years old by the date of the class to register.
**Four preschool classes must be for the same child.
If the date you want is full, there is a waiting list option available during registration.
Call 952.431.9320 if you have any questions.
Looking for more preschool options – check out our
Wild Wonders Preschool package.
