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SUMMARY:Party for the Planet
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Earth Day the WILD way by joining our Party for the Planet! 🥳 🌎 Get inspired to take environmental action not just on Earth Day\, but every day. Greet Animal Ambassadors\, learn about all the Zoo’s conservation efforts\, hear from community partners about how they make a difference for our planet\, and much more! \n\n\n\nParty for the Planet is North America’s largest combined Earth Day celebration\, with over 120 Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) accredited facilities participating in the fun. You won’t want to miss these terra-ific festivities here at the Virginia Zoo! 🌿 \n\n\n\nNEW THIS YEAR Volunteer for a Great American Clean with the Virginia Zoo and receive free admission to the Zoo to attend Party for the Planet! Click here to sign up for these volunteer opportunities. \n\n\n\n\nGet your tickets here!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTHIS EVENT IS FREE WITH YOUR GENERAL ZOO ADMISSION AND TAKES PLACE RAIN OR SHINE! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Map\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nActivities\n\n\n\n\n9:30 – 10am: Animal Ambassador Greeters at the Event Pavilion\n\n\n\n11am: Zoo Tales storytime at the ZooLive! Stage\n\n\n\n11:30am: Cozy Critters Podcast Live at the ZooLive! Stage with host Dougie Pickles\n\nAll guests who attend the Cozy Critters Podcast live show will have the chance to win a 3rd Generation Yoto Player with an Adventure Jacket and Cozy Critters Yoto Card Pack. Winner must be present at the show to claim their prize!\n\n\n\n\n\n12pm: Animal Ambassador Greeters in the Event Pavilion\n\n\n\n1 – 1:30pm: Animal Ambassador Greeters at the Event Pavilion\n\n\n\nPhoto ops with Tango the Tiger\n\n\n\nSaving Animals From Extinction (SAFE) Animal Activity Stations\n\n\n\niNaturalist Bioblitz: \n\nContribute to community science by logging local wildlife sightings on Zoo grounds! \n\n\n\n\n\nDrive Safe Hampton Roads’ Old\, Used\, Borrowed and Abused Child Safety Seat Round-Up in the parking lot\n\nCar seats that are over eight years old\, have been purchased from a thrift store or yard sale\, have missing parts\, or have no traceable recall information can all pose a safety risk to children. This donation drive provides a way for community members to properly recycle their car seats. \n\n\n\n\n\nSubmit your memories table\n\nShare your Virginia Zoo memories with us for a chance to be featured in our 125th anniversary time capsule.\n\n\n\n\n\nPlant sale with the Virginia Zoo’s Horticulture Department ($)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCommunity Vendors\n\n\n\n\nAskHR Green\n\n\n\nEnvironmental Stormwater\n\n\n\nVirginia Department of Conservation and Recreation\n\n\n\nHabitat Heroes\n\n\n\nKeep Norfolk Beautiful\n\n\n\nNorfolk Botanical Gardens\n\n\n\nNorfolk Environmental Commission\n\n\n\nNorfolk Public Library\n\n\n\nTidewater Compost\n\n\n\nTidewater Master Naturalists\n\n\n\nVirginia 811\n\n\n\nVirginia Herpetological Society\n\n\n\nNorfolk Tree Commission\n\n\n\nNorfolk Public Libraries\n\n\n\nVisit Norfolk\n\n\n\nJames River Association\n\n\n\nGarden for Wildlife\n\n\n\nNOAA Youth Project\n\n\n\nNorfolk Master Gardeners\n\n\n\nNorfolk Animal Care Center \n\n\n\nElizabeth River Project\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFood & Drink ($)\n\n\n\n\n10am – 4pm: African Village Restaurant open\n\n\n\n10:30am – 3:30pm: Beastro open\n\n\n\n9:30am – 4pm: Mini Melts open
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SUMMARY:Bike Night
DESCRIPTION:Tire-d of your same-old cycling route? 🚲 Put those pedals to the metal and gear up for a wild\, after-hours ride at the Virginia Zoo! Cruise through the Zoo on designated paths\, listen to our DJ spin dance-worthy tracks\, take a break to walk the animal trails\, and meet local bike vendors that can help you repair or trick out your ride with wheel-y cool accessories. Electric scooters are not permitted for this event. \n\n\n\n*Please note that guests will not be permitted to bike or scooter on exhibit trails due to safety concerns for pedestrians that will be in attendance. \n\n\n\nRules and Safety\n\n\n\n\nNo Electric Bicycles Permitted (Unless Hybrids with Motors Removed)\n\n\n\nNo skateboards\, roller skates\, or longboards\n\n\n\nHelmets must be worn by all attendees under the age of 18.\n\n\n\nBikes must be walked on animal trails — no riding.\n\n\n\nEvent takes place rain or shine!\n\n\n\n\n\nPurchase tickets here!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Map\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nActivities\n\n\n\nIncluded in your ticket:  \n\n\n\n\n5 – 5:30pm: Animal Ambassador greeters in the Fountain Plaza\n\n\n\n5 – 7:30pm: Animal trails open; Goat Yard open*\n\n\n\n6pm: Zoo Tales – Storytime featuring an Animal Ambassador guest \n\n\n\n7pm: Winner of Coca-Cola bicycle announced in the Fountain Plaza\n\nPurchase your ticket by May 7 for a chance to win this bike! (Must be present at the time of announcement to win)\n\n\n\n\n\nTune up station sponsored by Bike Norfolk \n\n\n\nHelmet decoration station hosted by GenZoo\n\n\n\nLocal DJ\n\n\n\nSubmit your memories table\n\nShare your Virginia Zoo memories with us for a chance to be featured in our 125th anniversary time capsule\n\n\n\n\n\nVisiting Organizations \n\nElizabeth River Trail \n\n\n\nVisit Norfolk\n\n\n\nGenZoo\n\n\n\nSpinclusion\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAvailable for an additional cost ($):  \n\n\n\n\nVirginia Zoo Express Train Rides (last ride at 7:40pm) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n*Bikes must be walked\, not ridden on Animal Trails. Guests cannot bring bikes in the World of Reptiles or ZooFarm.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVendors\n\n\n\n\nHampton BMX\n\n\n\nEast Coast Bikes\n\n\n\nSlow & Steady Bikes and Goods\n\n\n\nRelax the Feet\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFood & Drink ($)\n\n\n\n\nBeastro open with limited menu\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n💲Ticket Prices💲\n\n\n\nTickets go on sale to Zoo Members starting 3/27 and to the general public starting 4/3. Ticket prices may increase closer to the event\, so be sure to get yours early! \n\n\n\n🛞 Member Adult: $8 \n\n\n\n🛞 Member Child: $8 \n\n\n\n🛞 Non-Member Adult: $18 \n\n\n\n🛞 Non-Member Child: $13 \n\n\n\n\nPurchase tickets here!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Reminders\n\n\n\n\nLimited number of tickets available. Advance ticket sales end when sold out (get yours early!). If tickets remain on the day of the event\, gate sales may be limited to credit card transactions only.\n\n\n\nTickets are non-refundable. All sales are final. Should a ticket holder be unable to attend the event\, the purchase will be considered a donation.\n\n\n\nAs 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.\n\n\n\nThe 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.\n\n\n\nBy purchasing an event ticket\, you agree to abide by the Virginia Zoo’s Rules & Policies.
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SUMMARY:Tails & Trails: Dog Day at the Zoo
DESCRIPTION:Are you and your pup ready to have the best W-A-L-K? 🐕 🐾 Get ready to join us for our first Dog Day event of the year! 🐶 We’re inviting dog-loving zoo fans and their well-behaved canine companions to explore the Zoo together! Your dogs will be treated to sights\, smells\, and sounds of  animals they’ve never encountered before all while playing a vital role in enriching the lives of the Zoo’s animal residents. \n\n\n\nTo ensure that this event is safe for everyone\, your fur babies MUST be well-trained and vaccinated. Dogs behaving in an unruly or aggressive manner (i.e. excessive barking\, growling\, lunging\, biting\, etc.) will be required to leave without a refund.   \n\n\n\n\nPAW-RCHASE YOUR TICKETS HERE!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow to Join Us:\n\n\n\n\nReserve a ticket for yourself AND your dog. Each adult ticket may only reserve a spot for ONE dog.  Note: Our ticket form will not complete transactions that do not have a 1:1 ratio of adult humans to dogs. \n\n\n\nSubmit a signed waiver (this link will be provided in your ticket confirmation email).  \n\n\n\nUpload your dog’s veterinary records*. Medical records must be received no later than April 12 @ 4pm.\n\nMedical requirements: \n\nUp-to-date vaccination for: Rabies \n\n\n\nUp-to-date vaccination for: Distemper virus\, Adenovirus (also called canine Hepatitis) and Parvo virus\n\n\n\nUp-to-date vaccination for: Bordetella\n\n\n\nProof of negative heartworm test within the past year AND proof of purchase for heartworm preventative\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n*You will only have one opportunity to upload these documents\, please verify before you select submit that all required documentation has been provided. \n\n\n\nEntry will not be permitted if your medical records have not been received by the Virginia Zoo\, or if our veterinary staff determines that your dog’s records are insufficient.   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFrequently Asked Questions: \n\n\n\n                \n                    \n\n    \n    \n            \n                                    \n                        \n                        \n                    \n                    Do I need to reserve tickets ahead of time\, or can I walk up with my dog?\n                            \n            \n                All dog tickets must be pre-registered by the date listed above\, so our vets can review your dog’s records to ensure they meet requirements. Only human tickets will be available at the gate. \n            \n    \n            \n                                    \n                        \n                        \n                    \n                    What veterinary records are required for my dog to attend this event?\n                            \n            \n                Medical records must be received no later than 4pm on October 16. Upload your dog’s veterinary records to the link provided in your canine ticket purchase confirmation email. You will only have one opportunity to upload these documents\, please verify before you select submit that all required documentation has been provided. \n\n\n\nMedical requirements:\n\nUp-to-date vaccination for: Rabies\nUp-to-date vaccination for: Distemper virus\, Adenovirus (also called canine Hepatitis) and Parvo virus\nUp-to-date vaccination for: Bordetella\nProof of negative heartworm test within the past year AND proof of purchase for heartworm preventative\n\n\n\n\n\nThese records are being required by the Virginia Zoo's board certified veterinarian for the safety of both your animals and those that call the Zoo home. If you have questions or or need clarification\, please email us at events@virginiazoo.org. \n            \n    \n            \n                                    \n                        \n                        \n                    \n                    What if my dog’s records are rejected?\n                            \n            \n                If our vets do not approve your dog’s veterinary records\, your ticket will be cancelled and refunded. You will be notified at the email you provided when tickets were reserved. \n            \n    \n            \n                                    \n                        \n                        \n                    \n                    Does my dog need to be on a leash at all times?\n                            \n            \n                Yes\, dogs must be on a leash at all times during the event\, even if they are in a carrier or a stroller. Leashes must be no longer than 6 feet and should be non-retractable. \n            \n    \n            \n                                    \n                        \n                        \n                    \n                    Can I use a hands-free leash at this event?\n                            \n            \n                No\, hands-free leashes are not permitted at this event to ensure the safety of all animals and guests in attendance. \n            \n    \n            \n                                    \n                        \n                        \n                    \n                    Can I bring more than one dog to the event?\n                            \n            \n                Each adult (18+) can only be accompanied by ONE dog. If you would like to bring more than one dog\, you will need to have another adult present with you in your party. \n            \n    \n            \n                                    \n                        \n                        \n                    \n                    Can I bring a pet that is not a dog?\n                            \n            \n                No\, only dogs are allowed at this time. \n            \n    \n            \n                                    \n                        \n                        \n                    \n                    Will dog supplies be provided?\n                            \n            \n                Guests are encouraged to bring their own treats\, water bowls\, and relief bags. Limited water stations will be available around the Zoo. Water will also be available for purchase. \n            \n    \n            \n                                    \n                        \n                        \n                    \n                    Can I go to all parts of the Zoo with my dog?\n                            \n            \n                Dogs are currently not permitted to enter the Zoo Farm\, the World of Reptiles or Turtle Oasis. Other areas may not be available as programs or animals dictate. Dogs must remain behind the guest fences or stanchions\, not go through them\, and obey all posted signage. \n            \n    \n            \n                                    \n                        \n                        \n                    \n                    Where are the relief areas for my dog?\n                            \n            \n                The Zoo will be installing a designated dog relief area (see event map). All guests will be responsible for cleaning up after their dogs should it be needed. \n            \n    \n            \n                                    \n                        \n                        \n                    \n                    Are there any restrictions on the types of dogs that can attend?\n                            \n            \n                Puppies under 4 months\, sick dogs\, dogs with active injuries (i.e. stitches\, bandages)\, unvaccinated dogs\, and female dogs in heat are not suitable for the event. \n            \n    \n            \n                                    \n                        \n                        \n                    \n                    Am I allowed to attend if I don’t have a dog?\n                            \n            \n                Yes\, of course! All dog and zoo-lovers are welcome! The Zoo will be open for extended hours for this event and guests are more than welcome to purchase a human ticket to attend without a dog. \n            \n    \n            \n                                    \n                        \n                        \n                    \n                    Can I go back in and edit my waiver submission?\n                            \n            \n                No\, all documents and completion of the waiver needs to be done at one time. If you have trouble with your submission\, email us at info@virginiazoo.org. \n            \n    \n            \n                                    \n                        \n                        \n                    \n                    Can I bring my service dog to this event? \n                            \n            \n                Yes\, service dogs are welcomed to this event at their handler's discretion. If your service dog is on duty\, while the handler will require to purchase a ticket\, the dog will not. However\, to assist with planning\, a cost-free reservation is requested by contacting us at events@virginiazoo.org to let us know your working service dog will be attending. \nEmotional support dogs do not qualify as service animals according to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)\, and are therefore required to purchase a ticket to attend this event. \n            \n    \n            \n                                    \n                        \n                        \n                    \n                    Dog tickets are sold out\, what now?\n                            \n            \n                For safety reasons\, we have a limited number of dog tickets available for this event. Veterinary records must be submitted for all dogs with tickets purchased for this event\, however\, it could take our team a few days to ensure the records are sufficient and approved. Should records not be approved\, some dog tickets may open up\, so please reserve a free waitlist ticket at the ticket link to be added to our waitlist! \n            \n    \n            \n                                    \n                        \n                        \n                    \n                    What are you doing to ensure the Zoo animals are safe and not stressed?\n                            \n            \n                The health and safety of our Zoo animals is always our top priority. We are ensuring their wellbeing during this event in a number of ways\, including: \n\n Our team has done extensive research and consulted with other AZA-accredited facilities who have hosted similar events. We have also reviewed in detail all aspects of the event with our Veterinary and Animal Care teams\, including them in every step of the process and acting on their recommendations.\n For this event\, dogs will not be permitted in some parts of the Zoo\, including the ZooFarm\, World of Reptiles\, and Turtle Oasis. This is to protect our animals from close contact with the dogs\, as well as prevent stress for some of our more reactive species.\n We conducted two test days with well-behaved pets of our Zoo Team and Members\, which allowed our Animal Care Team to evaluate their animals’ responses to dogs. The open areas of the Zoo were selected because the keepers identified that the animals in that area did not exhibit concerning behaviors during the tests.\n During our test days\, and through our research\, we actually found that having some dogs on site was enriching for many of the animals here at the Zoo! Many of the animals were interested in our canine friends and it proved to be stimulating and exciting for them!\n We will continue to monitor our animals’ behavior during and after the event as well as make adjustments mid-event and for future events accordingly.\n On the day of the event\, any dogs behaving in an unruly or aggressive manner (i.e. excessive barking\, growling\, lunging\, biting\, etc.) will be required to leave Zoo grounds without a refund.\n\nBringing in other animals onto Zoo grounds is something we take very seriously. We are adhering to all recommendations by animal experts at our facility and other AZA organizations. Additionally\, we require detailed vaccination and veterinary records to be submitted for review by our Veterinarian for all dogs attending this event. \n            \n    \n\n\n\n            \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nActivities\n\n\n\nIncluded with your ticket:  \n\n\n\n\nDonation Drive for the Norfolk Animal Care Center (NACC)\n\nGuests who donate items from the NACC’s donation list will receive a raffle ticket with the chance to win a basket from our participating vendors! Items include a raffle basket filled with dog-friendly items. \n\n\n\nRaffle basket drawing will take place at 5:30pm – you must be present to win!\n\n\n\n\n\nDog Agility Course demos with Dogtopia in the Event Field \n\nNote: Dogs will remain on leash for this activity. \n\n\n\n\n\nScent Enrichment Activity: Dogs can sniff unique scents that they wouldn’t normally encounter on their daily walks to make their Tails & Trails experience extra special.\n\n\n\nGolden Egg Hunt: Five large golden eggs and 15 small golden eggs will be hidden around the Zoo with prizes!\n\nOne (1) large golden egg will have one Waters Edge Winery Bottling Experience Certificate\,  a The Mariners’ Museum and ParkⓇ Family Fun Pack\, and a Virginia Zoo Prize Pack.\n\n\n\nOne (1) large golden egg will have 1 Dog Ticket and 1 Human Ticket to Howl-o-ween: Dog Day at the Zoo (October 30)\, and a Virginia Zoo Prize Pack.\n\n\n\nThree (3) large golden eggs will contain Virginia Zoo Prize Packs. \n\n\n\nFifteen (15) small golden eggs will contain Virginia Zoo trading card prizes. \n\n\n\n\n\nCelebrate our 125th anniversary: Share your photos and memories of the Virginia Zoo through time for the chance to be featured in our time capsule. The time capsule will be buried later this year and unearthed in 2031!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAvailable for an additional cost:  \n\n\n\n\nExclusive dog Zoodoption Packages featuring a Burmese python\, two-toed sloth\, yellow-footed tortoise\, or red fox toy inside \n\n\n\nVirginia Zoo Gift Shop Sale: 20% off dog merch\, including bandanas\, toys\, leashes\, and collars\n\n\n\nVirginia Zoo Express Train Rides until 5:40pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVendors\n\n\n\n$ = for an additional cost \n\n\n\n\nSalty Paws Chics Beach \n\nPup cups will be available\n\n\n\n\n\nDogtopia – Ghent\n\n\n\nParti Pups LLC ($)\n\n\n\nDogtown VA\n\n\n\nMoondog Bakery ($)\n\n\n\nEarthwise Pet Nutrition Center ($)\n\n\n\nPawsnickety Pets ($)\n\n\n\nMuddy Paws \n\n\n\nCamp Bow Wow \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFood and Drink Options ($)\n\n\n\n\nCool Concessions 757\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n💲 Ticket Prices 💲\n\n\n\nTickets on sale to Zoo Members starting 3/13 and available to the general public beginning 3/20. \n\n\n\n🐾 Canine (Dog Ticket): $18 \n\n\n\n🐾 Member Adult (18+): $8 \n\n\n\n🐾 Member Child (2-17): $8 \n\n\n\n🐾 Non-Member Adult (12+): $18 \n\n\n\n🐾 Non-Member Child (2-11): $13 \n\n\n\n\nPAW-RCHASE YOUR TICKETS HERE!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Reminders\n\n\n\n\nLimited number of tickets available. Advance ticket sales end when sold out (get yours early!). If tickets remain on the day of the event\, gate sales may be limited to credit card transactions only. \n\n\n\nTickets are non-refundable. All sales are final. Should a ticket holder be unable to attend the event\, the purchase will be considered a donation. \n\n\n\nAs 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.\n\n\n\nThe 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.\n\n\n\nBy purchasing an event ticket\, you agree to abide by the Virginia Zoo’s Rules & Policies.
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/dog-days/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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UID:34999-1774776600-1774787400@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Sensory Friendly Morning
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we partner with Autism Society Tidewater Virginia\, Complete the Puzzle\, and Destination Family Services to provide guests of all abilities and needs\, along with their families\, the opportunity to visit the Virginia Zoo in a less overwhelming environment. On this special date and time we will provide stress-free activities for your Zoo visit through adapted programs and a reduced number of visitors. With access to animal ambassadors\, activity carts\, biofact carts\, and more the whole family can enjoy this sensory-friendly morning at the Zoo. \n\n\n\n\nReserve your timed tickets here!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Map\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nActivities\n\n\n\nIncluded with your ticket:  \n\n\n\n\nBiofact Carts: Join us for hands-on exploration using our biofacts – animal artifacts like feathers\, skulls\, snake sheds\, and more. \n\n\n\nActivity Carts: Join us for hands-on activities that explore the wonderful world of animals and zookeeping. \n\n\n\nUp Close Zoo: Explore your five senses while meeting Animal Ambassadors in a small group encounter. Each session will include 15 guests and last 20 minutes. \n\nSession Times: \n\n9:50 – 10:10am \n\n\n\n 10:10 – 10:30am\n\n\n\n10:30 – 10:50am\n\n\n\n10:50 – 11:10am\n\n\n\n11:10am – 11:30am\n\n\n\n11:30am – 11:50am \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n12:00pm: Zoo Tales at the World of Reptiles Classroom\n\n\n\nCommunity Resources: \n\nAutism Society Tidewater Virginia \n\n\n\nComplete the Puzzle \n\n\n\nSentara Therapy Center \n\n\n\nEasterseals PORT Health\n\n\n\nPositive Behavior Support Corporation \n\n\n\nFACT Families for Autism\n\n\n\nBrighter Side to ASD\n\n\n\nCompass Behavioral Group\, LLC\n\n\n\nConnecting the Steps\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAvailable for an additional cost ($):  \n\n\n\n\nSensory toys available for purchase at our Gift Shop Kiosk\n\n\n\n\n*A limited number of KultureCity Sensory bags are available for check-out in our Membership Office (first come\, first serve). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFood & Drinks ($)\n\n\n\n\nAfrican Village Restaurant open from 10am – 4pm \n\nChicken tenders\, burgers\, pizza\, fries\, snack items\n\n\n\nSoda\, juice\, water\, beer\, wine\, Waters Edge Serpentine Sangria\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\nReserve your timed tickets here!\n\n\n\n\nDue to limited capacity\, timed tickets will be required for entry to the Zoo for this time and date. Individuals with an ADA-Recognized Disability and One Companion can receive free admission upon request. ADA Admission is only redeemable at the ticket booth. All additional family and friends attending are required to purchase & reserve your tickets ahead of time.  \n\n\n\n🎧 Member Adult (18+): Free \n\n\n\n🎧 Member Child (2-17): Free \n\n\n\n🎧 Non-Member Adult (12+): $20 \n\n\n\n🎧 Non-Member Senior (62+): $18 \n\n\n\n🎧 Non-Member Child (2-11): $17 \n\n\n\n🎧 Children under 2 are free but require a reserved ticket \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLimited number of tickets available. Advance ticket sales end when sold out (get yours early!). If tickets remain on the day of event you may purchase yours at the gate. 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. \n\n\n\nThe 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQuestions regarding this event? Please email info@virginiazoo.org or call (757) 441-2374.
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/sensory-friendly-morning/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T170000
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UID:32849-1774112400-1774123200@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Adult Night
DESCRIPTION:Purchase tickets here!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHave you been missing the golden age of gaming? 👾 Well\, it’s time to level up by joining us for Adult Night: Game On on Saturday\, March 21 from 5pm-8pm at the Virginia Zoo!   \n\n\n\nConsider us your Game Master on all things retro games! From tabletop 🎲 and cards 🃏\, to game shows and video games – this night is your ultimate cheat code for a night of nostalgic fun for Zoo fans 21+! Aim for a new high score while playing vintage arcade games 🕹️\, compete in classic game shows like Family Feud – Zoo style\, refuel on elevated versions of beloved afterschool snacks (& beverages!)\, treat your inner child to the collectables you always wanted\, and so much more! We guarantee when we hit Game Over\, you’ll leave feeling like you unlocked the ultimate achievement: an unforgettable night out! \n\n\n\nReady to challenge your player 2 to a friendly competition? Press Start 🔴  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent is for ages 21+ and takes place rain or shine. Please note that in order to not disrupt our animals’ routines\, exhibit trails and the Goat Yard will close at 6:45pm\, though the event continues until 8pm. \n\n\n\n**Any listing marked with a dollar sign ($) is an additional cost. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nActivities\n\n\n\nIncluded with your ticket\n\n\n\n\n5 – 5:30pm: Animal Ambassador Greeters in the Fountain Plaza\n\n\n\n5 – 6:45pm: Retro game themed animal trails\n\nAsia: Trail of the Tiger – Pac-man themed\n\n\n\nAfrica Safari Trail – Super Mario Bros themed\n\n\n\nWorld of Reptiles – Frogger themed\n\n\n\nFlora Point & ZooFarm – The Oregon Trail themed\n\n\n\n\n\n5-6:45pm: Goat Yard access \n\n\n\nLive game shows sponsored by Astro Event Company with MatchMaker VA and the Virginia Zoo’s Conservation Engagement Team on the stage in the Event Field\n\n5:30pm: Trivia with Astro Event Company\n\n\n\n6:15pm: Family Feud with the Virginia Zoo’s Conservation Engagement Team\n\n\n\n7:00pm: Love Connection game with MatchMaker VA\n\n\n\n\n\nFREE PLAY of classic arcade games\n\n\n\nConservation card games\n\n\n\nBeer samples from Elation Brewing\n\n\n\nPhoto ops with Tango the Tiger\n\n\n\nSteampunk themed escape room with Curtain Calls Xscape \n\n\n\nFREE PLAY of video games with Gamer Bus\n\n\n\nTabletop Game Demos with Atlantis Comics\n\n\n\nVisiting Local Businesses: \n\nDave & Busters\n\n\n\nApex Entertainment\n\n\n\nDraftCade\n\n\n\nJust Birdies\n\n\n\nGeno’s Steaks Hampton + ARCADE\n\n\n\n\n\nSubmit your memories table\n\nShare your Virginia Zoo memories with us for a chance to be featured in our 125th anniversary time capsule\n\n\n\n\n\nAdult Night Bingo\n\nEach guest will receive a bingo card and a golf pencil upon entry to the event. Once you’ve gotten a blackout card\, turn it in to a staff member at the Membership Gazebo to be entered to win 2 FREE tickets to Adult Night: Summer Camp on July 18.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAvailable for an additional cost ($)\n\n\n\n\n5 – 7:40pm: Virginia Zoo Express train rides\n\n\n\nVirginia Zoo Gift Shop\n\n\n\nGame On! Vendor Market\n\nTumbeezy Cookies\n\n\n\nThe Sarcastic Hermit\n\n\n\nStay Weird Vintage\n\n\n\nSam Makes Things\n\n\n\nEndangered Formats\n\n\n\nSuper Comp Studios\n\n\n\nAtlantis Comics \n\n\n\nThe Fairy Hair Company\n\n\n\nPop.Roxie\n\n\n\n\n\nFace Painting by Artfully Yours Face Painting\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFood & Drink ($)\n\n\n\n\nFood Trucks \n\nPelican Pete’s\n\n\n\nTwisted Sisters Cupcakes \n\n\n\nSalsa Libre\n\n\n\n\n\nLimited throwback menu at the African Village Restaurant\n\nSeasoned pizza rolls: classic pizza rolls tossed in a housemade garlic & herb butter sauce for the same nostalgic taste but elevated!\n\n\n\nMini corn dogs with honey mustard dip\n\n\n\nFries\n\n\n\nHotdogs\n\n\n\nChicken tenders\n\n\n\nZoo Dunkaroos: housemade Dunkaroo dip served with animal crackers\n\n\n\n\n\nVirginia Zoo Specialty Cocktails (while supplies last) : All drinks will be served in a 12 oz cup\, $10 per drink.\n\nPac Man Punch: Smirnoff vodka\, lemonade\, pineapple juice\, and passionfruit puree\n\n\n\nUltimate Smash!: Jose Cuervo Silver\, ginger beer\, orange juice\, and a splash of grenadine\n\n\n\nCinnamon Blast Cereal Milk: Jim Beam\, milk\, heavy cream\, sweetened condensed milk\, brown sugar\, cinnamon\, and vanilla\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n💲Ticket Prices💲\n\n\n\nThis is a 21+ event only and IDs will be checked prior to entry. \n\n\n\nTickets on sale to Zoo Members starting 2/6 and available to the general public starting 2/13. \n\n\n\n🕹️ Member: $13 \n\n\n\n🕹️ Non-Member: $28 \n\n\n\n🕹️ Day-of Member: $22  \n\n\n\n🕹️ Day-of Non-Member: $37 \n\n\n\n\nPurchase your tickets here!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank you to our sponsor: Dave & Busters! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Reminders\n\n\n\n\nLimited number of tickets available. Advance ticket sales end when sold out (get yours early!). If tickets remain on the day of the event\, gate sales may be limited to credit card transactions only. \n\n\n\nTickets are non-refundable. All sales are final. Should a ticket holder be unable to attend the event\, the purchase will be considered a donation. \n\n\n\nAs 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.\n\n\n\nThe 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.\n\n\n\nBy purchasing an event ticket\, you agree to abide by the Virginia Zoo’s Rules & Policies.
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/adult-night/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260208T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260208T123000
DTSTAMP:20260930T145203
CREATED:20231220T160628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T154545Z
UID:32487-1770543000-1770553800@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Kiss & Tail (SOLD OUT)
DESCRIPTION:This event is sold out!\n\n\n\nMiss your chance to get tickets? Our Valentine’s Day themed market is available to the public from 9:30am – 12:30pm. Also\, save the date for our Adult Night: Game On event (21+) taking place on Saturday\, March 21 from 5-8pm. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTired of the same old up-scale dinner to celebrate Valentine’s Day? 🦎 Join us at the Virginia Zoo on Sunday\, February 8 from 9:30am to 12:30pm for a more casual brunch time celebration with your fellow lovebirds or mates! 🥂 Sneak in some hugs and hisses while learning fun facts about dating and mating in the animal kingdom\, nibble on tasty treats\, name a cockroach after your ex 🪳\, watch Carson the Superb owl choose a Super Bowl winner 🦉🏈\, and more! Whether you’re in love with love 💗 or you think Cupid is stupid 💘🙄\, you can bask in the fun of this unfrogettable event for singles and sweethearts 21+! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nActivities\n\n\n\n\n9:30 – 10am: Animal Ambassador Greeters\n\n\n\n11:30am: ZooLive! Stage Show with Carson the Superb Owl\n\nJoin our Eurasian eagle owl\, Carson\, as he predicts the winner for the 2026 Super Bowl!\n\n\n\n\n\nWorld of Reptiles Behind-the-Scenes Tours\n\n\n\nPrize wheel station by World of Reptiles Nursery\n\n\n\nEngagement activity tables throughout the World of Reptiles\n\nBiofacts\n\n\n\nKnow Your Poop: Test your knowledge on different animal dung at this activity\n\n\n\nName That Penis!: See if you can guess which appendage belongs to which animal\n\n\n\n\n\nGive an Animal a Valentine\n\nDuring the event attendees will have the opportunity to create their very own valentine for one of our animals. The valentine will be given to the chosen animal on Valentine’s Day!\n\n\n\n\n\nName A Cockroach or Rodent After Your Ex \n\nFREE photo-op \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nActivities for an additional cost ($)\n\n\n\n\nVirginia Zoo Express train rides*\n\n*The Virginia Zoo Express Train will not operate if the temperature is below 45 degrees.\n\n\n\n\n\nName A Cockroach or Rodent After Your Ex ($)\n\nTell that not-so-special someone to bug off by naming a cockroach or rodent after them that will be fed to one of the Virginia Zoo’s reptiles or amphibians!\n\n\n\nYou also receive a digital certificate to share the buzz with friends! \n\n\n\nCost: \n\n$10 per roach\,\n\n\n\n$20 per rodent\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nValentine’s Day Themed Market \n\nLove\, Gioia \n\n\n\nRuby Star Art \n\n\n\nArtemis Crystal Connections \n\n\n\nTumbeezy Cookies\n\n\n\nEver Jane Boutique\n\n\n\nThe Fairy Hair Company\n\n\n\nOf Great Value\n\n\n\nCoastal Chic\n\n\n\nNitWick Smell Goods\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFood & Drink\n\n\n\n\nFood\n\nBlueberry and strawberry yogurt parfaits w/ granola\n\n\n\nBaked pastries and muffins\n\n\n\nAssorted mini quiches \n\n\n\nCharcuterie board \n\n\n\nShrimp cocktail platter \n\n\n\nMini crab cake balls\n\n\n\nMini Dutch pancakes with fresh berry compote (V) \n\n\n\n\n\nAlcoholic Drinks\n\nMimosa \n\n\n\nProsecco\n\n\n\nBloody Mary\n\n\n\n\n\nNon-Alcoholic Drinks\n\nWater\n\n\n\nOrange juice\n\n\n\nCoffee\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n💲 Ticket Prices 💲\n\n\n\nTickets on sale to Zoo Members starting 1/2/26 and available to the general public starting 1/9/26. \n\n\n\nEach ticket includes 2 drinks\, brunch bites\, and all-day admission to the Zoo. \n\n\n\n💋 Member: $31 \n\n\n\n💋 Non-Member: $50 \n\n\n\n*This event is for ages 21+ only. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Reminders\n\n\n\n\nLimited number of tickets available. Advance ticket sales end when sold out (get yours early!). If tickets remain on the day of the event\, gate sales may be limited to credit card transactions only. \n\n\n\nTickets are non-refundable. All sales are final. Should a ticket holder be unable to attend the event\, the purchase will be considered a donation. \n\n\n\nAs 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.\n\n\n\nThe 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.\n\n\n\nBy purchasing an event ticket\, you agree to abide by the Virginia Zoo’s Rules & Policies.
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/kiss-and-tail/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T150000
DTSTAMP:20260930T145203
CREATED:20240627T131509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T152625Z
UID:34377-1765018800-1765033200@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Holidays in the Wild: Holiday Market
DESCRIPTION:Whether the holiday season has you leaping for joy or saying “baaa humbug”? 🐑 Have no fear\, visit the Virginia Zoo to experience seasonal cheer at our second annual Holidays in the Wild: Holiday Market on December 6th from 11am-3pm! Stroll our animal trails with a warm\, cozy beverage in hand ☕\, take in the sounds of the season listening to cheerful carolers\, watch animals interact with festive enrichment\, and shop local artisans to give a one-of-a-kind gift that gives back to your community. 🎁 🛍️ This holiday market is sure to be your new family tradition full of joyful memories of wildlife and wonder! ❄️ \n\n\n\nTHIS EVENT IS FREE WITH YOUR GENERAL ZOO ADMISSION AND TAKES PLACE RAIN OR SHINE! \n\n\n\nHelp 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: \n\n\n\n\nBlankets and comforters\n\n\n\nTowels and washcloths\n\n\n\nDog toys (especially for tough chewers)\n\n\n\nToys for cats and small mammals\n\n\n\nDog collars\, harnesses\, and leashes\n\n\n\nDog & cat treats\n\n\n\nSmall animals supplies\n\n\n\n\nDonations 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 Saturday\, December 6th and multiple donations can receive multiple admissions. \n\n\n\n\nPurchase your general admission ticket here!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Map\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nActivities\n\n\n\nActivities included with admission\n\n\n\n\n11am – 3pm: Photo ops with Tango the Tiger\n\n\n\n11am: Zoo Tales – Birds \n\n\n\n11am: Community Science Chat in the outdoor classroom\n\n\n\n11:30am: Animal Ambassador Pop-up at the Event Pavilion\n\n\n\n12pm – 2pm: Doorway Singers\n\n\n\n12:30pm: Holiday show with our cryptid zookeepers\, Zoosquatch and Zoozilla at the ZooLive! Stage\n\n\n\n1:30pm: Educator Chat\n\n\n\n2:00pm: Animal Ambassador Pop-up at the Event Pavilion\n\n\n\n2:30pm: Holiday show with our cryptid zookeepers\, Zoosquatch and Zoozilla at the ZooLive! Stage\n\n\n\n2:30pm: Southern cassowary keeper chat on the Asia: Trail of the Tiger\n\n\n\nThemed animal enrichment throughout the Zoo\n\n\n\nFREE Coca-Cola holiday ornament giveaway to the first 300 guests to arrive\n\n\n\nEco-Friendly Gift Wrapping Demonstration Station \n\nSupplies provided by 757 Creative Reuse Center \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nActivities available for an additional cost ($)\n\n\n\n\n11am – 2pm: Train Rides and Photos with Santa*\n\n*The Virginia Zoo Express Train will not operate if the temperature is below 45 degrees. In the event of train closure\, photos with Santa will be moved to the Virginia Zoo Gift Shop.\n\n\n\n\n\nBounce house ($)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHoliday Vendor Market ($)\n\n\n\n\nThat Hippie Painter \n\n\n\nThe Sarcastic Hermit\, LLC \n\n\n\nBetter Than Your Bandana \n\n\n\nNothing Bundt Cakes \n\n\n\nOut of Woodstock \n\n\n\nArtemis Crystal Connections \n\n\n\nSnake Shed Art by Moonflower Mountain \n\n\n\nTumbeezy Cookies \n\n\n\nSmith’s Woodworking \n\n\n\ndEMONCH | monch+kins Atelier \n\n\n\nChaos 3D \n\n\n\nParti Pups LLC \n\n\n\nVelvet Horns Vintage \n\n\n\nHunger Shop \n\n\n\nSunflower Rose Boutique LLC \n\n\n\nEasy Crumb Easy Dough \n\n\n\nSacred Souls \n\n\n\nEver Jane Boutique \n\n\n\nStay Weird Vintage \n\n\n\nOrganamama Apothecary \n\n\n\nMessie by Jessie \n\n\n\nFlutterby Soap Company \n\n\n\nWUBYS WINGS \n\n\n\nLove\, Gioia \n\n\n\nTinsletown 757\n\n\n\nBad Panda VB\n\n\n\nJollity and Co. \n\n\n\nThree Little Birds Embroidery\n\n\n\nPawsnickety Pets\n\n\n\nStitched by Nature\n\n\n\nVirginia Zoo Gift Shop\n\n20% off all items purchased for a gift basket\n\n\n\n\n\nMore coming soon!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFood & Drinks ($)\n\n\n\n\n10am – 4pm: African Village Restaurant open\n\nHot cocoa avaiable\n\n\n\n\n\nFood Trucks \n\nGhost Kitchen\n\n\n\nGlazed & Infuzed\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Reminders\n\n\n\n\nTickets are non-refundable. All sales are final. Should a ticket holder be unable to attend the event\, the purchase will be considered a donation.\n\n\n\nAs 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.\n\n\n\nThe 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.\n\n\n\nBy purchasing an event ticket\, you agree to abide by the Virginia Zoo’s Rules & Policies.
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/holiday-market/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240831T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240831T203000
DTSTAMP:20260930T145203
CREATED:20240103T165137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240831T224423Z
UID:32899-1725123600-1725136200@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Roar & Pour
DESCRIPTION:Click here for tickets!\n\n\n\n\nIn partnership with Coastal Virginia Brewery Alliance\, join us for this family-friendly event featuring unlimited beer samplings from the finest that Coastal Virginia has to offer\, alongside extended exhibit hours\, food trucks\, live music\, games\, a kid’s play area\, and much more. This event is rain or shine. \n\n\n\nEvent Map\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBrewery Locations Map\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule & Activities\n\n\n\n\n5 – 5:45pm: Ambassador Animals at the beginning of Asia: Trail of the Tiger\n\n\n\n5 – 6pm: Musical entertainment from The Happy Dutchmen Oktoberfest Band at the Zoo Entrance\n\n\n\n5 – 7pm: Silent Auction in the Event Pavilion\n\n\n\n6 – 8pm: Musical entertainment from the Bobby Blackhat Band in the Event Field\n\n\n\n7pm: Final Roar! Exhibit Trails & Goat Yard Closes\n\n\n\n5 – 8:30pm Activities:\n\nCornhole and Beer Pong (with water) provided by CLUBWAKA\n\n\n\nThe Clubhouse Family-Friendly Activity in the Run Wild! Nature Discovery Zone\n\n\n\nThe Pride’s Corner Family-Friendly Activity in the Run Wild! Nature Discovery Zone\n\n\n\nBounce Hopper Bounce Houses (Additional cost)\n\n\n\nTrain Rides (Additional cost)\n\n\n\nLocal Vendor Market in the Event Pavilion (Additional Cost – see list of Vendors below)\n\n\n\nFace painting by Artfully Yours (Additional Cost)\n\n\n\nFairy Hair from The Fairy Hair Company (Additional Cost)\n\n\n\n\n\n8:15pm: Final Pour! Beer Sampling Ends\n\n\n\n8:30pm: Event Ends\n\n\n\nBrewery Sticker Table at Exit Gate\n\n\n\n\nUnlimited Beer Tastings\n\n\n\nA free tasting cup is included with purchase of a Drinking Adult ticket. \n\n\n\nBeer provided by: \n\n\n\n\n\n\nElation Brewing\n\n\n\nGloucester Brewing Company\n\n\n\nBeale’s Beer\n\n\n\nCaiseal Beer & Spirits Co. (The Vanguard Brewpub & Distillery)\n\n\n\nCOVA Brewing Co.\n\n\n\nBenchtop Brewing Company\n\n\n\nVibrant Shore Brewing\n\n\n\nDragon Run Brewing\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStudly Brewing\n\n\n\nThe Garage Brewery\n\n\n\n1700 Brewing\n\n\n\nAfterglow Brewing\n\n\n\nMaker’s Craft Brewery\n\n\n\nBold Mariner Brewing Company\n\n\n\nPleasure House Brewing\n\n\n\nTradition Brewing Company\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSt. George Brewing Company\n\n\n\nCapstan Bar Brewing Company\n\n\n\nNew Realm Brewing Co.\n\n\n\nPost Secondary Brewing\n\n\n\nBig Ugly Brewing\n\n\n\nAlewerks Brewing Company\n\n\n\nReaver Beach Brewing Co.\n\n\n\nMoMac Brewing Co.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVendors (extra cost)\n\n\n\n\nPOPFlorist\n\n\n\nBella’s Creations\n\n\n\nFace painting by Artfully Yours\n\n\n\nNorfolk Candle\n\n\n\nCustom Spoon Rings from Wuby’s Wings\n\n\n\nFairy Hair from The Fairy Hair Company \n\n\n\nSuperCompStudios\n\n\n\nhighonyoursupply\n\n\n\nThe Sarcastic Hermit\n\n\n\n\nFood & Drinks (extra cost)\n\n\n\n\nAfrican Village Restaurant\n\nPLEASE NOTE: no alcohol will be available for purchase in the restaurant during this event. Food purchases only. \n\n\n\n\n\nMiniMelts\n\nOpen until 8:15pm\n\n\n\n\n\nFood Trucks (in Event Field):\n\nCast Iron Catering\n\n\n\nHola Snacks\n\n\n\nLuvabowls\n\n\n\nHades Wood Fire Oven Pizza\n\n\n\nDC Smoothies\n\n\n\nTwisted Sisters\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n💲 Ticket Prices 💲\n\n\n\nMember prices\n\n\n\n🍻 Drinking Adult (21+): $48🍻 Non-drinking Adult (18+): $11🍻 Child (2-17): $11🍻 Under 2: Free \n\n\n\nNon-member prices\n\n\n\n🍻 Drinking Adult (21+): $58🍻 Non-drinking Adult (12+): $20🍻 Child (2-11): $17🍻 Under 2: Free \n\n\n\n\nPurchase tickets here!\n\n\n\n\nLimited number of tickets available. Advance ticket sales end when sold out (get yours early!). If tickets remain on the day of event\, gate sales will be credit card only. 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. \n\n\n\nThe 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.
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/roar-pour/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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