BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Virginia Zoo - ECPv6.15.12.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://virginiazoo.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Virginia Zoo REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T123000 DTSTAMP:20260413T124235 CREATED:20230717T122931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T161248Z UID:31448-1786786200-1786797000@virginiazoo.org SUMMARY:Teddy Bear Clinic DESCRIPTION:It’s back-to-school season so let’s get a head start on preventing those sniffles and sneezes ✏️📓! Help your little ones learn why it’s so important to visit the doctor’s office and how to maintain healthy habits by taking their favorite stuffed animal to the Zoo for a much-needed check-up 🐻 🩺. \n\n\n\nHealthcare doesn’t have to be a scare – our educators\, volunteers\, and community partners are ready to ease kids’ anxiety by guiding their exploration of medical exams through play 🥼. \n\n\n\nEvent is free with general admission and will take place rain or shine. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nActivities\n\n\n\nCOMING SOON \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFood & Drink (Extra Cost)\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 kiosk open\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/teddy-bear-clinic/ CATEGORIES:Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://virginiazoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/DLT6697-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T160000 DTSTAMP:20260413T124235 CREATED:20251217T161614Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T161616Z UID:40854-1787995800-1788019200@virginiazoo.org SUMMARY:125th Anniversary Event DESCRIPTION:Celebrate 125 years of the Virginia Zoo at this anniversary event! \n\n\n\nEvent is free with general admission or Zoo membership. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nActivities\n\n\n\nCOMING SOON \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFood & Drink ($)\n\n\n\nCOMING SOON URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/125th-anniversary-event/ CATEGORIES:Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://virginiazoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/File0033.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T203000 DTSTAMP:20260413T124235 CREATED:20240103T164807Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T161832Z UID:32891-1789146000-1789158600@virginiazoo.org SUMMARY:ZooGrooves DESCRIPTION:Events are held rain or shine! Guests are welcome to bring lawn chairs and blankets to relax in the Event Field while listening to top hits.    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nActivities & Schedule\n\n\n\nCOMING SOON \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFood & Drinks ($)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n💲Ticket Prices💲\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\nCOMING SOON \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/zoogrooves-2/ CATEGORIES:Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://virginiazoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/ZooGrooves.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T093000 DTSTAMP:20260413T124235 CREATED:20240614T183517Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T150407Z UID:34282-1789286400-1789291800@virginiazoo.org SUMMARY:The Monarch Mile DESCRIPTION:Can 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 in their breeding and overwintering grounds\, 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 Sunday\, September 28 before opening! All ticket sale proceeds will go directly towards monarch butterfly conservation. Your ticket also includes the chance to enjoy the Zoo trails all day after your run! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nActivities & Schedule\n\n\n\nCOMING SOON \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFood & Drinks (extra cost)\n\n\n\nCOMING SOON \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n💲Ticket Prices💲\n\n\n\n🦋 COMING SOON \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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://virginiazoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/DSC_2574-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T203000 DTSTAMP:20260413T124235 CREATED:20241227T154729Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T140708Z UID:35808-1790442000-1790454600@virginiazoo.org SUMMARY:Fall Fest DESCRIPTION:It’s time to fall in love with autumn at the Virginia Zoo’s newest event\, Fall Fest on Saturday\, September 26 from 5 – 8:30pm! 🍂 This cozy\, small-town inspired evening offers something for everyone\, from nostalgic games to elevated tastings\, all while soaking in the crisp evening air and golden-hour views.  \n\n\n\nFamilies will love the old-fashioned sack races\, classic carnival games 🎟\, and the charm of a curated fall market featuring handmade goods and seasonal finds. Local food trucks will serve up fall flavors 🍎\, while live music sets the tone for a festive evening.   \n\n\n\nFor guests 21+\, enjoy bourbon and craft beer tastings from local favorites Tarnished Truth Distillery and Elation Brewing\, included with your ticket.🍻 \n\n\n\nWhether you’re with family or friends\, this event is a celebration of unforgettable fall fun! 🍁 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nActivities\n\n\n\nCOMING SOON \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFood & Drinks (extra cost)\n\n\n\nCOMING SOON \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n💲Ticket Prices💲\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🍁 COMING SOON \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/fall-fest/ CATEGORIES:Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://virginiazoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/240831_RoarPour_KAP-31.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T210000 DTSTAMP:20260413T124235 CREATED:20240103T165324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T162527Z UID:32903-1790960400-1790974800@virginiazoo.org SUMMARY:Zoovies DESCRIPTION:No 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\nActivities\n\n\n\nCOMING SOON \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFood & Drinks (extra cost)\n\n\n\nCOMING SOON \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n💲Ticket Prices💲\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\nCOMING SOON \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/zoovies/ CATEGORIES:Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://virginiazoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/DSC_8437-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T160000 DTSTAMP:20260413T124235 CREATED:20240103T165445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T140819Z UID:32905-1792227600-1792252800@virginiazoo.org SUMMARY:ZooBoo DESCRIPTION:Carve out some time this October to attend the pick of the patch Halloween event you won’t want to miss – ZooBoo! 🎃 Hosted on October 17th and 18th from 9am – 4pm\, this family-friendly celebration is packed with eerie-sistible fun for all ages. Guests can watch animals enjoy pumpkin enrichment\, trick-or-treat at candy stations throughout the Zoo 🍬\, meet Animal Ambassadors 🦜 🦔 🦎\, compete in costume contests to win fang-tastic prizes 🧛 and more. You and your boo crew will be in for a spooktacular treat! \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\nActivities & Schedule\n\n\n\nCOMING SOON \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVendors & Characters\n\n\n\nCOMING SOON \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFood & Drinks ($)\n\n\n\n\n10am – 4pm: African Village Restaurant open\n\n\n\n10am – 3:30pm: Beastro open\n\n\n\n10am – 3:30pm: 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\n🎃 COMING SOON \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\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\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/zooboo/ CATEGORIES:Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://virginiazoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/DSC_4139-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T160000 DTSTAMP:20260413T124235 CREATED:20240103T165515Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T162841Z UID:32907-1792314000-1792339200@virginiazoo.org SUMMARY:ZooBoo DESCRIPTION:Carve out some time this October to attend the pick of the patch Halloween event you won’t want to miss – ZooBoo! 🎃 Hosted on October 18th and 19th from 9am – 4pm\, this family-friendly celebration is packed with eerie-sistible fun for all ages. Guests can watch animals enjoy pumpkin enrichment\, trick-or-treat at candy stations throughout the Zoo 🍬\, meet Animal Ambassadors 🦜 🦔 🦎\, compete in costume contests to win fang-tastic prizes 🧛 and more. You and your boo crew will be in for a spooktacular treat! \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\nActivities & Schedule\n\n\n\nCOMING SOON \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVendors & Characters\n\n\n\nCOMING SOON \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFood & Drinks ($)\n\n\n\n\n10am – 4pm: African Village Restaurant open\n\n\n\n10am – 3:30pm: Beastro open\n\n\n\n10am – 3:30pm: 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\n🎃 COMING SOON \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\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\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/zooboo-2/ CATEGORIES:Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://virginiazoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/DSC_4139-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261030T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261030T180000 DTSTAMP:20260413T124235 CREATED:20241220T170823Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T163031Z UID:35617-1793372400-1793383200@virginiazoo.org SUMMARY:Howl-o-ween: Dog Day at the Zoo DESCRIPTION:Enjoy pawsitively spooky 👻 fun this Barktober with your favorite pup-kins 🐶 🎃 at Howl-o-ween: Dog Day at the Zoo! 🐾 Dog lovers and their well-behaved canine companions are invited to have a ball while exploring the Zoo together. Pups will enjoy new sights\, smells\, and sounds while playing an important role in enriching the lives of the Zoo’s animals. Guests are encouraged to dress their beasts in their most enchanting costumes and compete in our dog costume contest for a chance to win some pawsome prizes! \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\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 23 (deadline extended from 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\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 April 12. 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\nActivities & Schedule\n\n\n\nCOMING SOON \n\n\n\nFood & Drinks ($)\n\n\n\nCOMING SOON \n\n\n\n💲 Ticket Prices 💲\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🐾 COMING SOON \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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://virginiazoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Ivy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261108T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261108T123000 DTSTAMP:20260413T124236 CREATED:20241227T160522Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T163220Z UID:35824-1794130200-1794141000@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\, 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://virginiazoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/ZOO_0494.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261231T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261231T123000 DTSTAMP:20260413T124236 CREATED:20240103T165707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T201001Z UID:32911-1798709400-1798720200@virginiazoo.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://virginiazoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/DSC_8346-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR