ZooGrooves: Jimmy Buffett Tribute (SOLD OUT)
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May 31 @ 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm EDT
THIS IS A SOLD OUT EVENT! Tickets will not be available at the gate during this event.
It’s time to rock and roar with the Virginia Zoo! Enjoy a relaxing trip to Margaritaville with music by the Tiki Bar Band and Mosaic Steel Orchestra as they play Jimmy Buffett’s greatest hits. This outdoor concert event presents a night of live music, food, friends, and family. Event takes place rain or shine.
**Attendees are welcome to bring lawn chairs, picnic blankets, etc. to enjoy the live music. Seating will not be provided.
Event Map
Activities
- 5:30pm – 6pm: Animal Ambassador greeters
- 5:30pm – 7:30pm: Full Zoo access & Goat Yard open
- Margaritaville Market – featuring Jimmy Buffett themed goods from:
- Photo ops with boats provided by Lynnhaven Marine
- Bounce houses ($10 unlimited band)
- Soul Train ride with island jams ($3)
Food and Drink options (extra cost)
- “Wastin’ Away Again in Margaritaville” pop-up bar:
- Margaritas, piña coladas, beer, wine and seltzers.
- “Cheeseburgers in Paradise” pop-up grill:
- Cheeseburgers, hotdogs, popcorn and snacks
- Be the first to taste our new Zoo Brews made in partnership with Big Ugly Brewing before they launch to the public on 6/1!
- Food Trucks:
- Hola Snacks (by Aloha Snacks)
- Flavor Savor BBQ
- Sweet Tweetz
EVENT RULES
- No beachballs
- No tailgating
- No smoking or vaping
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- December 5, 2024 Zoo Tales
- December 7, 2024 Holidays in the Wild: Holiday Market
- December 8, 2024 Train Rides with Santa