August 13 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm EDT

Member Night: Tango’s Birthday Party is an exclusive members-only event celebrating our beloved mascot, Tango the tiger!

Join us on August 13 from 5pm to 8pm for a birthday celebration filled with family fun, music, and exclusive member perks. Enjoy FREE Virginia Zoo Express train rides, FREE bounce house access, and FREE Mini Melts for the first 1,000 guests. Meet Tango and other Hampton Roads mascots, dance along with our DJ, and explore the Zoo’s trails after hours. Along the way, discover our animal birthday signs and see which Zoo resident celebrates during the same month as you! Fairy hair, face painting, and party favors will also be available for purchase.

No advanced reservations are required, but attendees must show their Member ID upon arrival. Gates will open at 5pm and the event ends at 8pm. The event will take place rain or shine.

Activities

MORE COMING SOON

  • 6:30pm: Tango’s Birthday Celebration
  • Mini Melts Giveaway for the first 1,000 guests.
    • Tickets handed out at the Ticket Booth to the first 1,000 guests to be redeemed at Mini Melts pop up in the Event Pavilion.
  • Receive the Member-exclusive Red Panda Trading Card
  • Photo opportunities with Hampton Roads Mascots:
    • Chesapeake Sheriff’s Office – Deputy Rocky and Deputy Roxie
    • Virginia Aquarium – Sandy the Sea Turtle
    • Studly Brewing – Stud the Beer
    • Norfolk Admirals – Salty the Dog
    • Norfolk Tides – Riptide
  • Community Organizations
  • Visiting Member Swap Organizations:

Available for an additional cost ($):

Food & Drinks ($)

  • 5 – 7:45pm: African Village Restaurant open and serving full menu

Event Reminders

  • As an outdoor venue, events are rain or shine unless otherwise indicated. Event updates will be shared via the Virginia Zoo website, email, and, social media channels whenever possible prior to 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.