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Como Picnic Information
Como Park Shelter
Como Picnic Pavilion - East Picnic Grounds
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Ph: (651) 632-5111
Fx: (651) 632-5115
  • Midway Pkwy. near Hamline Ave.
  • Seats approximately 50 people
  • Shelter has electricity and a large double grill
  • Drinking fountain, restrooms and a play area are nearby
  • Maximum size group that picnic permits will be issued to for this shelter is 100 persons
  • No tents are allowed in this area
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Como Park Midway Pavilion
  • 1199 Midway Pkwy.
  • Side-by-side picnic pavilion that can be rented separately or as one
  • Each side seats approximately 125 people
  • Both sides have a kitchen with a gas stove (no oven), sinks, electricity and a serving counter
  • South side has a walk-in cooler
  • North side has a commercial size refrigerator
  • Two large double barbeque grills in the pavilion area
  • Separate restroom building at the site 
  • Large group picnic or functions in Como Park may require the sponsoring organization arrange for alternative or off-site parking with a shuttle bus service to the park
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Historic Streetcar Station
Located at 1224 N. Lexington Pkwy., the Historic Streetcar Station was built in 1985. It houses an interpretive museum about the Twin Cities Streetcar Line and Como Park. The renovated building includes an interpretive exhibit area, public restrooms, office space, and an outdoor patio. This facility is available for rentals year-round. The building is equipped with tables and chairs. The setup of tables and chairs is the responsibility of the permit holder. Take down of the tables and chairs will be done by Parks staff after rental is completed. The museum is open to the public on Sundays from 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm.Calendar


Como Zoo Picnic Plaza
Located within the Como Zoo grounds at 1225 Estabrook Drive.  Como Zoo is home to over 125 species of animals. Host your next picnic at Como Zoo Picnic Plaza and your guests will enjoy a deliciously catered meal in Como's private picnic shelter. The Como Zoo Picnic Pavilion offers a beautiful private setting and a covered pavilion for group events. 

The Como Zoo Picnic Plaza is available for rental every day from May through October. The Plaza is rented two times per day from 10:30 am – 1:30 pm and from 2:30 pm – 5:30 pm.
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