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Russia’s Grizzly Coast
Imagine yourself face-to-face with a grizzly bear. Laugh at the playful antics of sea otters. Catch a glimpse of the beautiful and rare Amur leopard. Join the Minnesota Zoo at the grand opening of Russia’s Grizzly Coast—a spectacular new $23.6 million exhibit, representing one of the last true wilderness areas on earth.
Aveda Butterfly Garden Opens – June 14, 2008
Minnesota Sinfonia Performance: June 15, 2008 (2:00 p.m.)
Russia’s Grizzly Coast – June 21 & 22, 2008
The Russian Cultural Center “Russian Soul” will again perform a variety of folk dances and music promoting ethnic Russian culture and art.
Music in the Zoo: June – August 2008
Monarchs and Merlot: July 18, 2008 (6:30 – 8:30 p.m.)
Enjoy the beauty of the Butterfly Garden on a summer evening while tasting fine wine and cuisine. Proceeds from this event benefit the Minnesota Zoo’s conservation programs.
Amur Leopard Festival – July 19 - 20, 2008
Join the Minnesota Zoo as we continue the celebration of the new Russia’s Grizzly Coast. This event will highlight the rare and beautiful Amur leopard. Both days will be filled with music, games, crafts, and leopard face painting.
Shark Week Promotion: July 27-August 2, 2008
Family Farm Festival: August 9 & 10, 2008
Enjoy some good old-fashioned fun during our Family Farm Festival at the Wells Fargo Family Farm. There will be music and kid’s activities each day. Stop by the Dairy Barn and watch a cow milking demonstration, or take a ride on the wagon tram.
Subway Safe-a-rooni: August 16, 2008
Tiger Tracks 5K & Kid’s Run: September 6, 2008
Annual 5K Run for the Minnesota Zoo.
KARE 11 Walk – September 14, 2008
Ride 'n Roar 2008 Saturday, September 13
Join us at the 3rd annual Ride 'n Roar event scheduled for Saturday, September 13. Please email bridgette.rufledt@mnzoo.org for information on how to become a corporate sponsor or to participate in Ride 'n Roar 2008.
Family Fiesta: September 27, 2008
Bring the family out to the Zoo for a day filled with Latin American flair. The animals will have some fun with their own special piñatas.
Fish First: October 2, 2008
Your seafood choices make a difference! Enjoy a fun evening of delicious food and drinks all prepared in ways that preserve the health of our water and ocean wildlife.
HallZOOween: October 18-19 and October 25-26, 2008
Looking for a fun, safe place for trick or treating? Come to the Zoo for a day of music, crafts, and treats! Even the animals will enjoy some pumpkin action.
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