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November 19, 2021 – January 9, 2022 EST

The Virginia Zoo welcomes 29 new animals – the inflatable kind – in this exciting exhibition. During the day, visitors can look up at a trio of towering 30-foot-tall giraffes and stare into the open mouth of a 5-foot-tall crocodile. At night, guests will journey on Zoo grounds by car for the first-ever Zoo drive-thru. Watch inflatable animal sculptures come to life with light in a spectacular visual experience and hear their compelling conservation audio story in this magical display.

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DAYTIME WALKING ADMISSIONS

Early bird? Come during the day and walk Zoo grounds to get an up-close view of these giants that range from Asia, Africa and across the world. Learn interesting ways to save their counterparts in the wild.

Time 10 am to 4 pm

Cost Included with General Admission. Zoo Members FREE. Advance registration required.

PURCHASE DAY TICKETS
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NIGHTTIME DRIVE-THRU EXPERIENCE

Night Owl? Gather your flock and journey on Zoo grounds from the comfort of your own car. Watch the inflatable animal sculptures come to life with light in a spectacular visual experience and hear their compelling conservation audio story in this magical display.

Time 5 – 7:30 pm

Cost $25 for Zoo members and non-members

PURCHASE NIGHT TICKETS

VISIT ZOOLUMINATION.COM FOR MORE INFORMATION!