Hemker Park & Zoo

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Hemker Park & Zoo 2026 season: Open May 1- October 31. Hemker Park & Zoo is home to over 70 species of animals.

What began as a simple dream in 1977 has grown to give families up close access to over 50 different species from around the globe. The mission of Hemker Park & Zoo is to highlight and enhance animals’ species and encourage environmental conservation through integrated partnerships and practical approaches to wildlife management. Hemker Park & Zoo works hard to share the wonder and importance of conservation, as well as the critical importance of the role of animals within our ecosystem. Guests can expect to learn from their visit about our world while enjoying the over 740 different species of animals that call Hemker Park & Zoo home. Founded by Mark & Joan Hemker, the zoo has become a labor of love to honor Mark’s legacy since his passing 2006. Now operated by Joan and their children and their children’s families. Hemker Park & Zoo is an inviting and educational activity that will not disappoint. The zoo continues to grow each year and new additions occur throughout the breathtaking Minnesota seasons.

At Boo at the Zoo, the kids get candy, the animals get pumpkin treats, and the whole family gets a day at the zoo. 🎃🐾Joi...
10/14/2026

At Boo at the Zoo, the kids get candy, the animals get pumpkin treats, and the whole family gets a day at the zoo. 🎃🐾

Join us Saturday, October 17, or October 24, for trick-or-treating, talking pumpkins, and Halloween fun throughout the zoo. Trick-or-treating runs 10 AM–2 PM, and we’re open 10 AM–6 PM.

All this Halloween fun is $16 + tax per person ages 2+. Choose “Zoo Promo” near the end of online checkout, or get the discounted admission at the gate.

🎟️ https://hemkerzoo.com/boo-at-the-zoo-october-2026/

Bring your Boo crew! 👻

10/13/2026

A little spooky, a lot of zoo fun! 🎃👻 Boo at the Zoo is back this Saturday, October 17! Bring the family for pumpkin enrichment for the animals, talking pumpkins, fun photo ops, and trick-or-treating from 10 AM–2 PM.

Admission is $16 + tax per person ages 2 and up. Buy tickets online and click “Zoo Promo” near the end of checkout to get the discounted rate: https://hemkerzoo.com/general-admission/

🎃 Make this a zoo week! 🦒We’re open daily, 10 AM–6 PM, through October 31!📍 Friday, October 16: United Way Zoo Day🍬 Satu...
10/12/2026

🎃 Make this a zoo week! 🦒

We’re open daily, 10 AM–6 PM, through October 31!

📍 Friday, October 16: United Way Zoo Day
🍬 Saturday, October 17: Boo at the Zoo, with trick-or-treating 10 AM–2 PM, a spooky walk-through, and Halloween treats for the animals!

Boo at the Zoo admission is $16 + tax per person ages 2 and up. Choose the Zoo Promo button when buying tickets online, or get the special rate at the gate. Can’t make it this Saturday? Boo at the Zoo returns October 24!

Who’s coming with you? Tag your zoo crew below! 🐾

10/11/2026

It’s a beautiful day to visit the giraffes! ☀️🦒 Come say hello and enjoy a little sunshine with us today. Hemker Park & Zoo is open from 10 AM–6 PM—we hope to see you! 🐾

10/10/2026

The tigers are carving pumpkins today… tiger-style! 🎃🐅 Watch them paw, chomp, and investigate their Halloween treats at Boo at the Zoo!

Come join the fun today, October 10, with trick-or-treating from 10 AM–2 PM. Can’t make it today? We’ll be celebrating again October 17 and 24!

Tickets are available online or at the gate. 🎟️

🎃 Boo at the Zoo is TOMORROW! 👻Join us Saturday, October 10, for a day of trick-or-treating, spooky fun, and animal adve...
10/09/2026

🎃 Boo at the Zoo is TOMORROW! 👻

Join us Saturday, October 10, for a day of trick-or-treating, spooky fun, and animal adventures! Trick-or-treating runs from 10 AM to 2 PM. 🍬🦒

Admission is just $16 + tax per person ages 2 and up. Buy tickets online and click the Zoo Promo button during checkout to get the special price—or grab your tickets at the gate!

🎟️ General admission tickets: https://hemkerzoo.com/general-admission/

We can’t wait to see you! 🧡💜

10/08/2026

Pumpkin crunching, spooky photo ops, costumes, and trick-or-treating—Boo at the Zoo is back this Saturday! 🎃🦒

Join us October 10, 17, or 24, from 10 AM–2 PM for Halloween fun around the zoo, plus watch the animals enjoy their own seasonal treats.

🎟️ Discounted admission: $16 + tax per person, ages 2+
🐾 Children 23 months and younger are free
🕙 The zoo is open 10 AM–6 PM

Get your tickets at hemkerzoo.com and choose “Zoo Promo” at checkout for the discounted rate. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

The pumpkins have arrived! 🎃🐾A huge thank-you toValley Creek Produce for helping us bring some extra fall fun to the zo...
10/06/2026

The pumpkins have arrived! 🎃🐾

A huge thank-you toValley Creek Produce for helping us bring some extra fall fun to the zoo. Our animals will be enjoying seasonal pumpkin enrichment during Boo at the Zoo Saturdays—and we can’t wait to see what they think of these giant gourds! 🧡

Join us for Boo at the Zoo on Saturdays, October 10, 17, and 24. Trick-or-treating is from 10 AM–2 PM, with plenty of Halloween fun around the zoo!

10/05/2026

Turn up the sound for that pumpkin crunch! 🎃🐹 Our capybaras are getting into the Halloween spirit!

Join us for Boo at the Zoo this Saturday, October 10. Trick-or-treating is 10 AM–2 PM, with special admission of $16 + tax per person ages 2 and up. When checking out online, click “Zoo Promo” to get the discounted admission.

Get tickets: https://hemkerzoo.com/general-admission/

10/03/2026

Lulu’s out enjoying her morning snack—and reminding you that Boo at the Zoo is today! 🐾🎃

Join us for trick-or-treating, our spooky walk-through with talking pumpkins, and Halloween treats for the animals from 10 AM–2 PM.

Special admission today is $16 + tax per person ages 2 and up. Get tickets online by clicking the Zoo Promo button at checkout, or purchase them at the gate. Hemker Park & Zoo is open until 6 PM!

https://hemkerzoo.com/general-admission/

Come see Lulu and enjoy some Halloween fun with us! 👻

Address

26715 Co Road 39
Freeport, MN
56331

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 10am - 6pm

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+13208362426

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