Zoolympics Asks Can You Run, Jump, & Swim Like An Animal?

ST. PAUL (WJON News) -- The excitement of the Paris Olympics might be over but the fun is just starting for kids this weekend. The Como Park Zoo and Conservatory in St. Paul is hosting the Zoolympics on Saturday and Sunday.

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The Zoolympics is a kid-friendly, animal-themed version of the famous games. Children of all ages will be able to take part in events to test their speed against that of a cheetah, see if they can leap like a frog, and bowl with a polar bear boomer ball.

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There is also a craft station where kids can design their own gold medal to take home because everyone is a winner at the Zoolympics. The Zoolympics run from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on both days and all events are free.

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