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SUMMARY:125th Anniversary Event
DESCRIPTION:Purchase tickets here!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor 125 years\, the Virginia Zoo has been a cornerstone of the Hampton Roads community – a place where generations of families and friends have come together to explore the natural world\, learn about conservation\, and create lasting memories. Now\, we’re celebrating the incredible journey that brought us here\, and the people who made it possible – YOU! \n\n\n\nJoin us on August 29 from 9:30 am to 4 pm for the Virginia Zoo’s 125th Anniversary Celebration\, a day filled with unforgettable animal experiences\, family fun\, and special moments honoring this once‑in‑a‑lifetime milestone. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re rekindling your childhood love of the Zoo or visiting for the very first time\, this celebration is for you. Join Zoo friends\, past and present\, as we mark 125 years of connection\, conservation and community. \n\n\n\nEvent is free with general admission or Zoo membership. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Map\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLimited Edition Giveaways!\n\n\n\n\nFirst 250 guests through the gate will receive a ticket to redeem upon exit for a special-edition Virginia Zoo 125th Anniversary Coca-Cola bottle!\n\n\n\nFirst 1\,500 guests will receive a ticket to redeem for a limited edition Virginia Zoo 125th Anniversary foiled trading card designed by local artist Erik Leach!\n\n\n\nFREE cupcakes from Sysco!\n\n\n\n\nWhile supplies last for all giveaways. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMorning Schedule\n\n\n\nSubject to change based on animal behavior and welfare. \n\n\n\n\n9:30am: Animal Ambassador Greeters in Fountain Plaza\n\n\n\n9:30am – 2:30pm: Visit with Conservation Organizations and Community Partners throughout the Zoo (more details below)\n\n\n\n9:45am: Orangutan Enrichment (outdoor habitat)\n\n\n\n9:45am: World of Reptiles Enrichment \n\n\n\n10am: Animal Ambassador Encounter near Animal Wellness Campus\n\n\n\n10am – 12pm: Photos with Tango the Tiger\, Virginia Zoo mascot  \n\n\n\n10am – 3pm: Animal Art & Enrichment Silent Auction in the Event Pavilion (proceeds benefit Virginia Zoo Keeper Fund; more details below)\n\n\n\n10am: Historical Educator Chat\n\nLook into the past 125 years of Virginia Zoo history!\n\n\n\n\n\n10:30am: African Lion Enrichment \n\n\n\n10:30am: White-faced Saki Keeper Chat \n\n\n\n10:45am: Virginia Zoo Alumni Group Photo at Event Field Stage (past staff & volunteers)\n\n\n\n11am: Remarks & Time Capsule Presentation at the Event Field Stage\n\n\n\n11:15am: Animal Ambassador Encounter near Animal Wellness Campus\n\n\n\n11:30am: Orangutan Enrichment (indoor day room)\n\n\n\n11:30am: Masai Giraffe Keeper Chat\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWatch our animals enjoy enrichment\, like browse! \n\n\n\n\n\nAfternoon Schedule\n\n\n\nSubject to change based on animal behavior and welfare. \n\n\n\n\n12pm: Animal Ambassador Encounter near Animal Wellness Campus\n\n\n\n12pm – 2pm: Photos with Tango the Tiger\, Virginia Zoo mascot  \n\n\n\n12 – 4pm: FREE beer samples from Elation Brewing\n\n\n\n12:30pm: Rhinoceros Hornbill Enrichment\n\n\n\n12:30pm: Malayan Tapir Keeper Chat \n\n\n\n12:30pm: Virginia Zoo Current Staff Group Photo at Stage in Event Field\n\n\n\n12:45pm: Animal Ambassador Encounter near Animal Wellness Campus\n\n\n\n12:45pm: Virginia Zoo Current Volunteers Group Photo at Stage in Event Field\n\n\n\n1pm: ZooLive! Stage Show featuring mystery Animal Ambassadors\n\n\n\n1 – 4pm: Macon & Joan Brock EdVenture & Exploration Campus Tours\n\nVisit the construction site of the Virginia Zoo’s newest addition\, the Macon & Joan Brock EdVenture & Exploration Campus! To ensure guest safety\, these tours are only open to those 16 years of age and older. Closed toed shoes are required to participate.\n\n\n\nEvery 30 minutes (1pm\, 1:30pm\, 2pm\, 2:30pm\, 3pm\, 3:30pm)\n\n\n\nSign up at the Green Barn between the Goat Yard and the entrance to the World of Reptiles.\n\n\n\n\n\n1:30pm: Cow Enrichment \n\n\n\n1:30pm: Masai Giraffe Keeper Chat \n\n\n\n1:30pm: Future Educator Chat\n\nLearn about the future of conservation at the Virginia Zoo!\n\n\n\n\n\n2:00pm: Mock Vet Exam at the Animal Wellness Campus\n\n\n\n2:30pm: Aldabra Tortoise Enrichment \n\n\n\n2:30pm: Southern Cassowary Keeper Chat \n\n\n\n2:45pm: Animal Ambassador Encounter near Animal Wellness Campus\n\n\n\n3pm: ZooLive! Stage Show featuring mystery Animal Ambassadors\n\n\n\n3:30pm: Animal Ambassador Encounter near the Animal Wellness Campus\n\n\n\n3:30pm: African Lion Enrichment\n\n\n\n3:30pm: Asiatic Black Bear Enrichment \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMission Engagement Activities\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTry our Wild Immersion headsets! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWild Immersion: Be among the first to try out our *NEW* virtual reality headsets in our Africa Classroom.\n\n\n\nHistorical Scavenger Hunt: Complete a special 125th anniversary-themed scavenger hunt to win a prize (while supplies last). Visit the Fountain Plaza for more information.\n\n\n\nBiofact Museum in the World of Reptiles Classroom.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOther Activities\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDJ: Astro Event Company\n\n\n\nJumbo Lawn Games\n\n\n\nI-Spy 125: Explore the Virginia Zoo to find 125 hidden numbers! Track your findings and submit to Zoo staff for your chance to win an exclusive prize. Print your own worksheet here.\n\n\n\n125th Anniversary Time Capsule – see it at 11am by the Event Field Stage along with remarks from special guests.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTour the Macon & Joan Brock EdVenture & Exploration Campus! Note: Photo taken on 7/15/2026. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nConservation Organizations & Community Partners\n\n\n\n\n9:30am – 2:30pm: Conservation Organizations\n\nAction for Cheetahs\n\n\n\nInternational Rhino Foundation\n\n\n\n\n\n9:30am – 2:30pm: Community Partners \n\nAmerican Red Cross\n\n\n\nChrysler Museum\n\n\n\nCinema Cafe\n\n\n\nDogtopia – Ghent\n\n\n\nFoodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore\n\n\n\nGenZoo\n\n\n\nHampton Roads Pride\n\n\n\nHurrah Players\n\n\n\nKeep Norfolk Beautiful\n\n\n\nLGBT Life Center\n\n\n\nMagnetic Memories\n\n\n\nMayor’s Office\n\n\n\nMOCA\n\n\n\nNauticus\n\n\n\nNorfolk Animal Care Center\n\n\n\nNorfolk Botanical Garden\n\n\n\nNorfolk Public Library\n\n\n\nSevenVenues\n\n\n\nSysco\n\n\n\nThe Up Center\n\n\n\nThe Little Theatre of Norfolk\n\n\n\nVirginia Aquarium\n\n\n\nVirginia Opera\n\n\n\nVisit Norfolk\n\n\n\nWaters Edge Winery\n\n\n\nYMCA on Granby\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTake home a piece of Virginia Zoo history by purchasing animal art or enrichment items! \n\n\n\n\n\nAvailable for an additional cost ($):\n\n\n\n\n10am – 3pm: Animal Art & Enrichment Silent Auction in the Event Pavilion\n\nAll proceeds go to the Virginia Zoo Keeper Fund to purchase new enrichment items for the animals and provide keepers with continuing education opportunities!\n\n\n\n\n\nBounce Houses: Purchase a $7 wristband for unlimited bounce house access!\n\n\n\nDunk Tank: Donate any amount for your chance to dunk a Virginia Zoo staff member or volunteer! All proceeds go to the Virginia Zoo’s Annual Fund. \n\n\n\nFairy Hair from The Fairy Hair Company & Tinseltown 757\n\n\n\nFace Painting by Artfully Yours Face Painting & Emily’s Fun Faces\n\n\n\nLive Portraits from RUBYSTARART\n\n\n\nLive Custom Magnets from Magnetic Memories ($)\n\n\n\n9am – 4pm: Virginia Zoo Gift Shop open\n\n25% discount available to Members only.\n\n\n\n12.5% discount available for Non-Members. \n\n\n\n\n\nThrowback Pricing for Virginia Zoo Express Train Rides — $2 per guest. Typically priced at $3 per guest.\n\n\n\nThe Virginia Zoo has 125 Do-It-Yourself rain barrel kits in honor of our 125th anniversary celebrations.\n\nThe kits come with a 55-gallon barrel\, installation hardware\, and instructions (valued at $100). Some assembly is required. Reserve your kit today for a minimum of $5 and pick it up at our 125th anniversary event on Saturday\, August 29th from 9:30am-4pm. All proceeds go to the Virginia Zoo’s Conservation Fund. Rain barrel kits are in limited supply\, so reserve yours along with your tickets to the 125th celebration today!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReserve your rain barrel here!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFood & Drink ($)\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFood Trucks ($)\n\nGlazed & Infuzed \n\n8:30 – 9:30am: Members can receive 10% off their purchase as an exclusive Member Morning discount.\n\n\n\n\n\nMunchies & Such\n\n\n\nDC Smoothies \n\n\n\nDeutscher Imbiss\n\n\n\nKona Ice\n\n\n\n\n\n10am – 4pm: African Village Restaurant open\n\nSpiked Icees – $10 \n\n\n\nRegular Icees – $3.50\n\n\n\n\n\n10:30am – 3:30pm: Beastro open\n\n\n\n10:30am – 4pm: Mini Melts open\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCool off with an ICEE ($3.50) or spike it ($10)! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n125th Event Donation Drive\n\n\n\nJoin us in celebrating our 125th Anniversary while helping our local community with our Virginia Zoo Pet Supply and Food Drive.   \n\n\n\nFor every 3 new-items\, or 3-pound bag or larger of dry pet food you donate\, you’ll receive one voucher for 25% off Zoo admission\, good for Saturday\, August 29th.   \n\n\n\nOne voucher can be used for one Zoo ticket. There is no limit to how many vouchers you can receive for multiple donations!  \n\n\n\nAll contributions will benefit the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia (Foodbank) and Norfolk Animal Care Center (NACC).  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSupport the Norfolk Animal Care Center’s mission and receive 25% off general admission! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNACC Wish List \n\n\n\n\n3 pound- dry pet food (any brand\, flavor\, or size animal) \n\n\n\nThree (3) NEW items off the list below: \n\nBlankets and comforters \n\n\n\nTowels and washcloths \n\n\n\nDog toys (especially for tough chewers) \n\n\n\nToys for cats and small mammals \n\n\n\nDog collars\, harnesses\, and leashes \n\n\n\nDog & cat treats \n\n\n\nSmall animals supplies \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFoodbank Wish List \n\n\n\n\nThree (3) NEW items off this list\n\n\n\n\nHow to Get Your Voucher: Donations can be made at the NACC’s Waggin’ Wheels mobile unit or the Foodbank of South Hampton Roads Truck located in front of the Zoo ALL DAY on the day of the event. Discounted admission can only be used on Saturday\, August 29th and multiple donations can receive multiple discounts.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n$ Ticket Prices $\n\n\n\nThis celebration is free with general admission.  \n\n\n\n\nAdults (ages 12+) $20\n\n\n\nSeniors (ages 62+) $18 \n\n\n\nChildren (ages 2-11) $17\n\n\n\nChildren under 2 receive free general admission \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. Event updates will be shared via the Virginia Zoo website\, email\, and\, social media channels whenever possible prior to 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/125th-anniversary-event/
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SUMMARY:The Monarch Mile
DESCRIPTION:Purchase your tickets here!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCan YOU go the distance for monarch butterfly conservation? Every spring\, monarch butterflies east of the Rocky Mountains migrate from Mexico to their summer breeding grounds in the United States and Canada. In the fall\, they journey nearly 3\,000 miles back down south to weather the winter. This migration is becoming increasingly difficult due to habitat loss\, increased pesticide use\, climate change\, and other factors.  \n\n\n\nJoin the Virginia Zoo and the Tidewater Striders in supporting monarch butterflies by running\, walking\, or fluttering through the Zoo on (NEW DATE!) Sunday\, September 20 before opening! Proceeds go directly to monarch butterfly conservation. Your ticket also includes all day Zoo admission. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Map\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nActivities & Schedule\n\n\n\n\n8 – 8:30am: Animal Ambassador Greeters in Fountain Plaza\n\n\n\n9:30am: Animal Trails and Goat Yard Open\n\n\n\nReceive a Monarch Butterfly Trading Card\n\n\n\nSubmit your memories table \n\nShare your Virginia Zoo memories with us for the chance to be featured in our 125th anniversary celebrations! \n\n\n\n\n\nConservation Engagement Activities: \n\nCommunity Science Table in Outdoor Classroom across from Snavely\n\n\n\nPollinator Table in Fountain Plaza\n\n\n\nInsect Coloring Table by Animal Wellness Campus\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAvailable for an additional cost ($):\n\n\n\n\nVirginia Zoo Gift Shop: Butterfly wings available for purchase! \n\nMonarch\, Blue Morpho\, and Swallowtail Butterfly Wings will be available in kid’s sizing. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFood & Drinks ($)\n\n\n\n\nGlazed & Infuzed Coffee Truck \n\n\n\nAfrican Village Restaurant (open 10am – 4pm)\n\n\n\nBeastro (open 10:30am – 3:30pm)\n\n\n\nMini Melts (open 10:30am – 4pm)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n💲Ticket Prices💲\n\n\n\n🦋 $10 ticket for all participants\, including Virginia Zoo Members (100% donated to Monarch Conservation) \n\n\n\n\nPurchase your tickets here!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Reminders\n\n\n\nBy purchasing an event ticket\, you agree to abide by the Virginia Zoo’s Rules & Policies. \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/the-monarch-mile/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:Fall Fest
DESCRIPTION:Purchase tickets here!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYour favorite fall traditions\, gone WILD! Join us at the Virginia Zoo’s all-ages Fall Fest event on September 26 from 5–8:30pm to soak up the crisp autumn air and golden sunset while exploring the Zoo after hours. \n\n\n\nWith hayrides\, carnival games\, live music\, a cozy market featuring local artisans\, and seasonal refreshments\, everyone is sure to have unforgettable fall fun!  \n\n\n\nGuests 21+ can even sample seasonal beers and bourbon\, or celebrate World Cassowary Day by tasting Elation Brewing’s NEW Zoo exclusive beer inspired by our southern cassowaries! Add the perfect coastal pairing to your ticket by purchasing fresh oysters from Norfolk Raw Bar. \n\n\n\nThere’s no better place to make new memories with family\, gather with friends\, or spend quality time with your special someone than the Virginia Zoo! \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\n5 – 5:30pm: Animal Ambassador Greeters\n\n\n\n5 – 6:30pm: Animal Trails and Goat Yard Open\n\n\n\n5:45 – 6:15pm: Cassowary Keeper Chat from Bird Team  \n\n\n\n6:15 – 6:45pm: Animal Ambassador Event Field Pop Up \n\n\n\nLive music from: \n\nFOX and the BEAR (6:45 – 8:15pm)\n\n\n\nJacob Vanko (5 – 6:30pm)\n\n\n\n\n\nTastings with Elation Brewing\n\nNEW Zoo exclusive beer — Cassowary Chaos IPA!\n\n\n\nOtter Lager\n\n\n\nSun Squeezed \n\n\n\nElation Oktoberfest \n\n\n\nElation Hazy IPA\n\n\n\nImperial Pumpqueen Pumpkin Cider \n\n\n\nBlake’s Hard Cider Salted Caramel Apple\n\n\n\n\n\nTastings with Tarnished Truth \n\nBourbon Cream \n\n\n\nHigh Rye – Whiskey/Bourbon\n\n\n\n\n\nTastings with Coastal Cocktails\n\n*NEW* Fall Flavor \n\n\n\nBlueberry Lemonade \n\n\n\nBlackberry Bramble \n\n\n\n\n\nSamples and Mocktails from Free Life\, LLC\n\n\n\nBounce houses\n\n\n\nThemed carnival games and photo ops \n\n\n\nThemed animal enrichment \n\n\n\nVisit Norfolk \n\n\n\nConservation Engagement Activities: \n\nOyster Cart: Learn about the importance of oyster conservation efforts in the Chesapeake Bay! \n\n\n\nHabitat Heroes Table: YOU can create a backyard oasis for pollinators by taking a short survey and picking up a FREE native plant! \n\n\n\nScent Guessing: Is your sense of smell as strong as a Zoo animal’s? See if your nose is up to snuff by guessing our mystery scents! \n\n\n\nEgg Matching: Birds big and small lay eggs. Can you match the egg to the correct species? \n\n\n\nLeave the Leaves: This sensory bin activity highlights why leaf litter is so important to our smaller animal friends!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAvailable for an additional cost ($):\n\n\n\n\nHayrides with the Zoo’s Horticulture Team (by donation) \n\n\n\nFall Market ($)\n\nNorfolk Candle Co.\n\n\n\nThe Sarcastic Hermit\n\n\n\nEarl Gray Creative\n\n\n\nLunar Lilies Art\n\n\n\nForge and Flourish\n\n\n\nB4K3: Deliveries\n\n\n\nTumbeezy Cookies\n\n\n\nSnake Shed Art\n\n\n\nKelly Walker Clay \n\n\n\nKreatively Made Designs \n\n\n\nIn Bloom Flower Truck\n\n\n\n\n\nFace Painting from Artfully Yours\n\n\n\nFairy Hair from Tinseltown 757\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFood & Drinks ($)\n\n\n\n\nNorfolk Raw Bar Co. add ons\n\n1 dozen for $20 in advance\n\n\n\n1 dozen for $30 day-of\n\n\n\n\n\nFREE popcorn for Virginia Zoo Members at the Membership Gazebo\n\n\n\nFood Trucks\n\nDeutscher Imbiss\n\n\n\nChesapeake Concessions\n\n\n\nGlazed and Infuzed\n\n\n\n757 Pop \n\n\n\n\n\nBeer Garden with Local Craft Beer \n\n\n\nVirginia Zoo specialty cocktails: $10 per 12 oz cup \n\nSpiked Apple Cider: Tarnished Truth Discretion Bourbon\, Fresh Apple Cider\, Cinnamon\, Cloves\, Star Anise\, & Orange Slices.   \n\n\n\nPumpkin Pie Cream Cocktail: Tarnished Truth Bourbon Cream\, Vanilla Vodka\, Pumpkin Puree\, Pumpkin Pie Spices\, Simple Syrup.   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n💲Ticket Prices💲\n\n\n\nTickets are available to Zoo Members beginning 8/14\, public sale opens on 8/21. \n\n\n\nPlease note\, prices may increase as the event date nears\, so don’t wait — early birds get the best deal! \n\n\n\n🍁 Member Adult: $28  \n\n\n\n🍁 Member Child: $13 \n\n\n\n🍁 Non-Member Adult: $38 \n\n\n\n🍁 Non-Member Child: $18 \n\n\n\n\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\, and all sales are final. If a ticket holder is unable to attend the event\, the purchase will be considered a donation. If the Virginia Zoo cancels or reschedules an event\, tickets will automatically transfer to the next event in the series when applicable. Guests unable to attend the new date may request a refund within a communicated timeframe. If no additional event is scheduled\, tickets will be automatically refunded.\n\n\n\nAs 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.\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/fall-fest/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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UID:32903-1790960400-1790974800@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Zoovies
DESCRIPTION:Purchase tickets here!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDon’t let your love for Jurassic Park (1993) go extinct! Stomp or soar over to the Virginia Zoo for Zoovies: Jurassic Park (1993) on October 2 from 5-9pm to revisit Isla Nublar surrounded by the sights and sounds of Zoo animals after dark! \n\n\n\nPrepare for an evening of adventure strolling the animal trails\, devouring your favorite movie snacks\, exploring themed activities\, shopping dino-inspired merch\, and snapping photos with classic movie replica vehicles and your prehistoric pal\, Dexter the Dinosaur. \n\n\n\nBring your blankets\, lawn chairs\, and your fellow fossil fans to claim your spot on the lawn before the movie begins at dusk (around 7pm). \n\n\n\nNo outside food or beverages are permitted. Chairs & blankets welcome\, but please be mindful of blocking the view of surrounding guests. Seating will not be provided. No new admission purchases are permitted after 8:00pm. \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($) = available for an additional cost  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStrike a pose with Dexter the Dinosaur! \n\n\n\n\n5 – 5:30pm: Animal Ambassador Greeters\n\n\n\n5 – 6:15pm: Animal Trails and Goat Yard open\n\n\n\nPhotos with Dexter the Dinosaur \n\n\n\nFace Painting by Artfully Yours Face Painting ($)\n\n\n\nFairy Hair by Tinseltown Fairy Hair ($)\n\n\n\n5 – 8:30pm: Virginia Zoo Gift Shop Kiosk in Event Pavilion ($)\n\nFeaturing an assortment of dinosaur items available\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFood & Drinks ($)\n\n\n\n\nFood Trucks \n\nPelican Pete’s Pizza\n\n\n\nSweet Tweetz\n\n\n\n\n\nDrink Bar Menu\n\nRaptor Punch: Fresh Lemonade\, Lemon Lime Kool Aid\, Pineapple Juice Sprite ($5)\n\nAdd Vodka or Rum for $5 \n\n\n\n\n\nJurassic Juice: Orange Juice\, Peach Juice\, Grenadine\, Ginger Beer (NA) ($5)\n\nAdd Vodka or Rum for $5 \n\n\n\n\n\nCassowary Chaos – Elation Brewing Zoo Exclusive Beer\n\n\n\nCoastal Cocktails\n\n\n\n\n\nSnack Bar Menu\n\nAll Beef Hotdogs\n\n\n\nPopcorn\n\n\n\nMovie Candy Variety\n\n\n\nChips\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n💲Ticket Prices💲\n\n\n\n🎥 FREE* for Virginia Zoo Members \n\n\n\n🎥 Non-Member Adult (12+): $11 \n\n\n\n🎥 Non-Member Child (2-11): $8 \n\n\n\n🎥 Children 2 and under are free but require a reservation \n\n\n\n\nPurchase tickets here!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n*To guarantee entry to select seasonal events with limited capacity\, members are encouraged to reserve tickets in advance. For this event\, a $5 per-member reservation fee will be charged. Upon arrival\, members will receive a $5 voucher redeemable at the Zoo Snack Bar\, Zoo Gift Shop Kiosk\, or on the Virginia Zoo Express train. Vouchers are not valid at food trucks or vendor market booths.  \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\, and all sales are final. If a ticket holder is unable to attend the event\, the purchase will be considered a donation. If the Virginia Zoo cancels or reschedules an event\, tickets will automatically transfer to the next event in the series when applicable. Guests unable to attend the new date may request a refund within a communicated timeframe. If no additional event is scheduled\, tickets will be automatically refunded.\n\n\n\nAs 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.\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/zoovies/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T160000
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CREATED:20240103T165445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T133717Z
UID:32905-1792227600-1792252800@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:ZooBoo
DESCRIPTION:Purchase Tickets Here!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHalloween goes WILD at the Virginia Zoo’s ZooBoo! Join us on October 17 & 18 from 9am – 4pm for a family-friendly celebration packed with animal experiences\, hands-on activities\, and fang-tastic fun. \n\n\n\nCarve out time to watch animals enjoy pumpkin enrichment and meet mystery Animal Ambassadors. Goblin up candy and other giveaway goodies\, like an exclusive Virginia Zoo trading card\, at trick-or-treat stations throughout the Zoo. Booooogie to a local DJ’s tunes\, compete in costume contests\, and shop a spooky market featuring local vendors. \n\n\n\nKids can even bounce in themed bounce houses\, explore sensory-friendly activities like Touch-a-Truck\, and meet special character guests. \n\n\n\nGrab your family and fiends\, put on your favorite costume\, and bring your Halloween spirit to the Virginia Zoo! \n\n\n\nFor the wellbeing of our goats\, the Goat Yard will be closed to guests during the event.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMorning Schedule\n\n\n\n\nAnimal Pumpkin Enrichment\n\n9:15am: Orangutan \n\n\n\n10:15am: World of Reptiles\n\n\n\n11:15am: Goats\, cavies & cape porcupine\n\n\n\n\n\nAnimal Ambassador Shows\n\n10am: ZooLive! Stage\n\n\n\n11:30am: ZooLive! Stage\n\n\n\n\n\nCostume Contests\n\n11am: Family & Group\n\n\n\n11:30am: 4 & Under\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAfternoon Schedule\n\n\n\n\nAnimal Pumpkin Enrichment\n\n12:15pm: Red river hog\n\n\n\n1:15pm: Malayan tapir\n\n\n\n2:15pm: Rhino hornbill\n\n\n\n3:15pm: Rock hyrax\n\n\n\n\n\nAnimal Ambassador Shows\n\n2pm: ZooLive! Stage\n\n\n\n3:30pm: Fountain Plaza\n\n\n\n\n\nCostume Contests in Event Field\n\n12pm: 5 & Up\n\n\n\n2pm: Family & Group\n\n\n\n2:30pm: 4 & Under\n\n\n\n3pm: 5 & Up\n\n\n\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\nTrick-or-treating Stations throughout the Zoo including the Gift Shop\, Train Station\, Membership Kiosk\, & more! (No purchase necessary at retail locations.)\n\nTo support green initiatives\, ZooBoo is Bring Your Own Bag. We will have a limited number of treat bags available to child guests.\n\n\n\nA limited number of allergen-free treat bags will be available in our Membership Office. Candy allergen info is available here.\n\n\n\n\n\nToddler Town – toddler friendly activities in Nature Play\n\n\n\nCryptid Courtyard Activities in Flora Point\n\n\n\nMad Lab: Zoo Science Activities in World of Reptiles Classroom\n\n\n\nBingo Challenge to win an exclusive prize\n\n\n\nVirginia Zoo Trading Card available only at ZooBoo (while supplies last)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAvailable for an additional cost ($):\n\n\n\n\nBounce Houses\n\n\n\n9:30am – 3:40pm: Virginia Zoo Express Train rides\n\n\n\nVirginia Zoo Gift Shop open with themed merch\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVendors & Characters\n\n\n\n\n501st Garrison Tyrannus \n\n\n\nDexter the Dinosaur \n\n\n\nWarriors of Mandalore \n\n\n\nHalloween Market in Event Pavilion ($)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCostume Contests\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n11am: Family & Group\n\n\n\n11:30am: 4 & Under\n\n\n\n12pm: 5 & Up\n\n\n\n2pm: Family & Group\n\n\n\n2:30pm: 4 & Under\n\n\n\n3pm: 5 & Up\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFood & Drinks ($)\n\n\n\n\nFood Trucks\n\nSweet Tweets\n\n\n\nGlazed & Infuzed\n\n\n\n\n\n10am – 4pm: African Village Restaurant open\n\n\n\n10:30am – 3:30pm: Beastro open\n\n\n\n10:30am – 4pm: Mini Melts open\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDietary Needs? Check out the candy ingredient lists here for all of the candy that will be available for trick-or-treating so you can plan!  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n💲Ticket Prices💲\n\n\n\nMember tickets on sale starting September 4. Public tickets on sale September 11. Please note\, prices may increase as the event date nears\, so don’t wait — early birds get the best deal! \n\n\n\n🎃 Member Adult (18+): $11 \n\n\n\n🎃 Member Child (2-17): $8  \n\n\n\n🎃 Non-Member Adult (12+): $30  \n\n\n\n🎃 Non-Member Child (2-11): $24  \n\n\n\n🎃 Children under 2 are free but require a reserved ticket \n\n\n\nDue to this event being a special event fundraiser for the Zoo\, we do not offer our normal ADA admission. We apologize for any inconvenience!  \n\n\n\n\nPurchase Tickets Here!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor the safety of you\, our guests\, animals\, staff\, and facilities\, the following items are not permitted as part of your costume:\n\n\n\n\nFull face coverings/masks\n\n\n\nLive animals (with the exception of service animals)\n\n\n\nProjectiles of any kind\n\n\n\nFlames\, pyrotechnics or explosives\n\n\n\nWeapons\, whether real or fake \n\n\n\nBare feet \n\n\n\nNudity\, or any illusion to it\, including overly revealing costumes\n\n\n\n\nThank you for your understanding and we can’t wait to see all of your spooktacular costumes!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank you to our event sponsors\, Green Clean Express Auto Wash\, Wegmans\, and The Fresh Market!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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\, and all sales are final. If a ticket holder is unable to attend the event\, the purchase will be considered a donation. If the Virginia Zoo cancels or reschedules an event\, tickets will automatically transfer to the next event in the series when applicable. Guests unable to attend the new date may request a refund within a communicated timeframe. If no additional event is scheduled\, tickets will be automatically refunded.\n\n\n\nAs 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.\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/zooboo/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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UID:32907-1792314000-1792339200@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:ZooBoo
DESCRIPTION:Purchase Tickets Here!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHalloween goes WILD at the Virginia Zoo’s ZooBoo! Join us on October 17 & 18 from 9am – 4pm for a family-friendly celebration packed with animal experiences\, hands-on activities\, and fang-tastic fun. \n\n\n\nCarve out time to watch animals enjoy pumpkin enrichment and meet mystery Animal Ambassadors. Goblin up candy and other giveaway goodies\, like an exclusive Virginia Zoo trading card\, at trick-or-treat stations throughout the Zoo. Booooogie to a local DJ’s tunes\, compete in costume contests\, and shop a spooky market featuring local vendors. \n\n\n\nKids can even bounce in themed bounce houses\, explore sensory-friendly activities like Touch-a-Truck\, and meet special character guests. \n\n\n\nGrab your family and fiends\, put on your favorite costume\, and bring your Halloween spirit to the Virginia Zoo! \n\n\n\nFor the wellbeing of our goats\, the Goat Yard will be closed to guests during the event.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMorning Schedule\n\n\n\n\nAnimal Pumpkin Enrichment\n\n9:15am: World of Reptiles\n\n\n\n10:15am: Siamang\n\n\n\n11:15am: Sheep\, zebu & pig\n\n\n\n\n\nAnimal Ambassador Shows\n\n10am: ZooLive! Stage\n\n\n\n11:30am: ZooLive! Stage\n\n\n\n\n\nCostume Contests\n\n11am: Family & Group\n\n\n\n11:30am: 4 & Under\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAfternoon Schedule\n\n\n\n\nAnimal Pumpkin Enrichment\n\n12:15pm: Rock hyrax\n\n\n\n1:15pm: Malayan tiger\n\n\n\n2:15pm: Southern Cassowary\n\n\n\n3:15pm: White Rhino\n\n\n\n\n\nAnimal Ambassador Shows\n\n2pm: ZooLive! Stage\n\n\n\n3:30pm: Fountain Plaza\n\n\n\n\n\nCostume Contests in Event Field\n\n12pm: 5 & Up\n\n\n\n2pm: Family & Group\n\n\n\n2:30pm: 4 & Under\n\n\n\n3pm: 5 & Up\n\n\n\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\nTrick-or-treating Stations throughout the Zoo including the Gift Shop\, Train Station\, Membership Kiosk\, & more! (No purchase necessary at retail locations.)\n\nTo support green initiatives\, ZooBoo is Bring Your Own Bag. We will have a limited number of treat bags available to child guests.\n\n\n\nA limited number of allergen-free treat bags will be available in our Membership Office. Candy allergen info is available here.\n\n\n\n\n\nToddler Town – toddler friendly activities in Nature Play\n\n\n\nCryptid Courtyard Activities in Flora Point\n\n\n\nMad Lab: Zoo Science Activities in World of Reptiles Classroom\n\n\n\nBingo Challenge to win an exclusive prize\n\n\n\nVirginia Zoo Trading Card available only at ZooBoo (while supplies last)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAvailable for an additional cost ($):\n\n\n\n\nBounce Houses\n\n\n\n9:30am – 3:40pm: Virginia Zoo Express Train rides\n\n\n\nVirginia Zoo Gift Shop open with themed merch\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVendors & Characters\n\n\n\n\n501st Garrison Tyrannus \n\n\n\nDexter the Dinosaur \n\n\n\nWarriors of Mandalore \n\n\n\nHalloween Market in Event Pavilion ($)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCostume Contests\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n11am: Family & Group\n\n\n\n11:30am: 4 & Under\n\n\n\n12pm: 5 & Up\n\n\n\n2pm: Family & Group\n\n\n\n2:30pm: 4 & Under\n\n\n\n3pm: 5 & Up\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFood & Drinks ($)\n\n\n\n\nFood Trucks\n\nSweet Tweets\n\n\n\nGlazed & Infuzed\n\n\n\n\n\n10am – 4pm: African Village Restaurant open\n\n\n\n10:30am – 3:30pm: Beastro open\n\n\n\n10:30am – 4pm: Mini Melts open\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDietary Needs? Check out the candy ingredient lists here for all of the candy that will be available for trick-or-treating so you can plan!  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n💲Ticket Prices💲\n\n\n\nMember tickets on sale starting September 4. Public tickets on sale September 11. Please note\, prices may increase as the event date nears\, so don’t wait — early birds get the best deal! \n\n\n\n🎃 Member Adult (18+): $11 \n\n\n\n🎃 Member Child (2-17): $8  \n\n\n\n🎃 Non-Member Adult (12+): $30  \n\n\n\n🎃 Non-Member Child (2-11): $24  \n\n\n\n🎃 Children under 2 are free but require a reserved ticket \n\n\n\nDue to this event being a special event fundraiser for the Zoo\, we do not offer our normal ADA admission. We apologize for any inconvenience!  \n\n\n\n\nPurchase Tickets Here!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor the safety of you\, our guests\, animals\, staff\, and facilities\, the following items are not permitted as part of your costume:\n\n\n\n\nFull face coverings/masks\n\n\n\nLive animals (with the exception of service animals)\n\n\n\nProjectiles of any kind\n\n\n\nFlames\, pyrotechnics or explosives\n\n\n\nWeapons\, whether real or fake \n\n\n\nBare feet \n\n\n\nNudity\, or any illusion to it\, including overly revealing costumes\n\n\n\n\nThank you for your understanding and we can’t wait to see all of your spooktacular costumes!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank you to our event sponsor\, Green Clean Express Auto Wash!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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\, and all sales are final. If a ticket holder is unable to attend the event\, the purchase will be considered a donation. If the Virginia Zoo cancels or reschedules an event\, tickets will automatically transfer to the next event in the series when applicable. Guests unable to attend the new date may request a refund within a communicated timeframe. If no additional event is scheduled\, tickets will be automatically refunded.\n\n\n\nAs 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.\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/zooboo-2/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:Howl-o-ween: Dog Day at the Zoo
DESCRIPTION:Paw-rchase tickets here!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBring your favorite pup to the Zoo for a howling good time at Howl-o-ween: Dog Day at the Zoo! Dog lovers and their well-behaved canine companions are invited to explore the Zoo together and enjoy festive Halloween fun. Pups will be treated to new sights\, smells\, and sounds along side their people while also providing enrichment to the Zoo’s animals. Guests are encouraged to dress their dogs in their best Halloween costumes and enter our dog costume contest for a chance to win prizes. \n\n\n\nFor the safety and enjoyment of all guests\, dogs must be well-trained and current on required vaccinations. 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\nCanine advanced registration required by October 16. \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 2 weeks after ticket purchase OR 4pm on October 16. \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\nActivities & Schedule\n\n\n\nIncluded with your ticket:\n\n\n\n\n4:30pm: Dog costume contest in the Fountain Plaza\n\nDress up your furry companion in their Halloween costume! Winners will be determined under the following categories:\n\nBest Group/Family (with dog)\n\n\n\nBest Individual (dog)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n3 – 5:30pm: Asia: Trail of the Tiger and African Safari Trail open\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\nHalloween-Themed Scent Trail in Animal Wellness Campus\n\nDogs can sniff unique scents that they wouldn’t normally encounter on their daily walks to make their Howl-o-ween experience extra special.\n\n\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*Dogs ARE allowed in the Gift Shop\, please ensure your dog doesn’t go to the bathroom inside the shop \n\n\n\n\n\n3 – 5:40pm: Virginia Zoo Express Train open (only service dogs allowed on train)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVendors\n\n\n\n$ = Additional cost \n\n\n\n\nNorfolk Animal Care Center \n\n\n\nCare-a-Lot Pet Supply\n\n\n\nRUBYSTARART (pet portraits) ($) \n\n\n\nSalty Paws Chics Beach\n\n\n\nDogtopia\, \n\n\n\nParti Pups LLC ($)\n\n\n\nMoondog Bakery ($)\n\n\n\nEarthwise Pet Nutrition Center \n\n\n\nThe Wild One Project\n\n\n\nMuddy Paws\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFood & Drinks ($)\n\n\n\n\nCool Concessions 757\n\n\n\n3 – 4pm: African Village Restaurant open\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n💲 Ticket Prices 💲\n\n\n\nTickets on sale to members starting September 4. Tickets on sale to the public on September 11. \n\n\n\nPlease note\, prices may increase as the event date nears\, so don’t wait — early birds get the best deal! \n\n\n\n🐾 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🐾 Children under 2 are free but require a reservation \n\n\n\nCanine advanced registration required by October 16. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPaw-rchase your tickets here!\n\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\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-2/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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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\, Run Wild! Discovery Zone nature play\, and more the whole family can enjoy this sensory-friendly morning at the Zoo. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nActivities\n\n\n\nCOMING SOON \n\n\n\nAll activities are being conducted as they would during standard operations with some modifications to create a calmer environment with reduced lights\, sounds\, and crowds.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFood & Drinks ($)\n\n\n\n\nAfrican Village Restaurant\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\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): $17 \n\n\n\n🎧 Children under 2 are free but require a reserved ticket \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Reminders\n\n\n\n\nTickets are non-refundable. All sales are final. Should a ticket holder be unable to attend the event\, the purchase will be considered a donation.\n\n\n\nAs an outdoor venue\, events are rain or shine unless otherwise indicated. If any changes are made\, an announcement via an email to our members and/or ticket holders and on the Virginia Zoo social media channels will be issued prior the event.\n\n\n\nThe Zoo is a smoke-free facility; no smoking is allowed inside the Zoo. This also includes e-cigarettes and vaping. Inability to follow this rule will result in dismissal from Zoo grounds without a refund.\n\n\n\nBy purchasing an event ticket\, you agree to abide by the Virginia Zoo’s Rules & Policies.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQuestions regarding this event? Please email info@virginiazoo.org or call (757) 441-2374.
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/sensory-friendly-morning-2/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:Noon Year's Eve
DESCRIPTION:Calling all early risers and young party animals – you don’t have to stay up all night to celebrate the new year at the Zoo! Noon Year’s Eve is a family-friendly celebration featuring a wild dance party\, a sparkling juice “toast”\, countdown\, and ball drop at noon. It’s all the fun of welcoming 2026 without disrupting the kids’ (or your) bedtime routine! This year’s celebration will be extra special as the kick-off for the Virginia Zoo’s 125th Anniversary! With special activities\, all-day zoo-access\, photo-ops\, and more\, we know you’ll love starting the year on the wild side! \n\n\n\nTHIS EVENT IS FREE WITH YOUR GENERAL ZOO ADMISSION AND TAKES PLACE RAIN OR SHINE! \n\n\n\n**NOTE: For the safety of our guests and animals\, no confetti poppers will be permitted. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nActivities\n\n\n\nCOMING SOON \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFood & Drink ($)\n\n\n\nCOMING SOON \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/noon-years-eve/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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