Holidays in the Wild: Holiday Market

Fleece Navidad! The Virginia Zoo alpaca-ed the wildest festivities on your wish list into our annual Holidays in the Wild: Holiday Market on December 13 from 11am-3pm! Snow (drift) through our trails with a warm beverage in hand, enjoy season’s greetings with your favorite Animal Ambassadors, and shop local artisans to give a one-of-a-kind gift that gives back to your community. Plus, with a small donation to the Norfolk Animal Care Center, you can receive FREE admission. Don’t miss out on your chance to start a new family tradition full of merry memories of wildlife and wonder!

THIS EVENT IS FREE WITH YOUR GENERAL ZOO ADMISSION AND TAKES PLACE RAIN OR SHINE!

Help local animals have a happy howl-iday season by giving to our Norfolk Animal Care Center donation drive! The Zoo will be offering one (1) free admission with a donation to Norfolk Animal Care Center (NACC) on the day of the event. Bring a 5 pound or larger bag of dry pet food (any brand, flavor, or size animal) or three (3) NEW items off the list below:

• Blankets and comforters
• Towels and washcloths
• Dog toys (especially for tough chewers)
• Toys for cats and small mammals
• Dog collars, harnesses, and leashes
• Dog & cat treats
• Small animals supplies

Donations can be made at the Norfolk Animal Care Center’s Waggin’ Wheels mobile unit located in front of the Zoo ALL DAY on the day of the event. Free admission can only be used on Sunday, December 13 and multiple donations can receive multiple admissions.

Activities

Included with admission

• 11:30am – 12pm: Animal Ambassador Encounter in the Event Pavilion
• 11am – 1pm: Photo ops with Tango the Tiger
• 2 – 2:30pm: Animal Ambassador Encounter in the Event Pavilion
• Eco-friendly gift wrapping demonstration in the Event Pavilion

Available for an additional cost ($)

• 11am – 3pm: Virginia Zoo Express train rides

Holiday Vendor Market ($)

COMING SOON

Food & Drinks ($)

• 10am – 4pm: African Village Restaurant open
  • Hot Cocoa Bar in the Event Pavilion

Event Reminders

• Tickets are non-refundable. All sales are final. Should a ticket holder be unable to attend the event, the purchase will be considered a donation.
• As an outdoor venue, events are rain or shine unless otherwise indicated. If any changes are made, an announcement via an email to our members and/or ticket holders and on the Virginia Zoo social media channels will be issued prior the event.
• The Zoo is a smoke-free facility; no smoking is allowed inside the Zoo. This also includes e-cigarettes and vaping. Inability to follow this rule will result in dismissal from Zoo grounds without a refund.
• By purchasing an event ticket, you agree to abide by the Virginia Zoo’s Rules & Policies.