Calling all Girl Scout and Scouting America (formerly Boy Scouts) members! Explore the Virginia Zoo while fulfilling needed steps in your scouting journey.

Starry Safari

  • This 2.5-hour evening program will satisfy your troop’s night owls by combining a close encounter with Animal Ambassadors and an evening Wild Walk through the Zoo. Plus, we end the night with s’mores by the campfire!
  • Grade: Pre-K – 12th
  • Maximum Group Size: 35 individuals
  • Price: $600 per program
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Snooze

Coming Fall 2026, experience the Virginia Zoo from dusk until dawn for a unique after-hours adventure! It’s the ultimate sleepover for families, friends and groups. Want to stay up to date? Join our email list and be the first to receive information on our upcoming Snooze Programs.   

Patch & Badge Workshops

Coming Fall 2026, the Virginia Zoo will offer Girl Scout and Scouting America badge workshops. Fill out the form below to join our email list and be the first to receive information on these programs

Explore on Your Own

  • Go at your own pace! Book group rate tickets here.
  • Girl Scout Explore Patches can be purchased at the Virginia Zoo Gift Shop (call ahead to confirm availability) or at the Council Shop!
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