Virginia Zoo’s 125th Anniversary

In 2026, the Virginia Zoo will be celebrating 125 years since our opening in 1901! To mark this occasion, we will be spending the year sharing and celebrating the many years of Zoo history.

Share you favorite Zoo memories and stories with us using the form at the bottom of this page!

Check out all we have planned for 2026 below!

Happening in 2026

This year we will be celebrating our anniversary in a special way!

• A reimagined anniversary logo
• 125th anniversary collectables throughout the year
• Launch of new Virginia Zoo Collectible Trading Cards
• Historic Zoodoptions and Who-doptions
• Special events
• Signage highlighting the Zoo’s history
• And much more!

Stay tuned for more information.

125th Anniversary Logo

The Virginia Zoo would like to thank Mellen Street Creative for designing our 125th anniversary logo!

Historic 2026 Calendar

This year, the annual Virginia Zoo calendar features a year-long journey through our history! All Zoo Members receive one calendar for free, so be sure to pick yours up in the Membership Office if you did not receive one or purchase extras in the Gift Shop.

Collectible Trading Cards

Commemorate your Zoo trip with these cards that highlight a wide variety of animals at the Zoo and the environment around it. You will have to opportunity to collect these cards at special events, during Keeper Chats, by being a Zoo Member, and so much more throughout the year!

Share your Zoo history!

Do you have photos from previous years at the Zoo? Maybe a fond memory from the past? Share them with us!

We want to see your history at the Zoo and share it as part of our celebration! Fill out the form below and attach any historical photos that you would like to share with the Zoo for marketing purposes.