Zoo Tales

Join us for our popular story-time program, Zoo Tales, hosted at the ZooLive! Stage. Each week features two new stories and an animal encounter with a zoo animal ambassador, all related to a changing monthly theme!  Theme: Wicked Winters - Winter survival skills. Cost: Included in memberships or general admission. *In case of poor weather […]

Wild Walks

Interested in learning more about our animals, habitats, and Zoo conservation? Join us for a free, guided 60-minute tour at 10 am led by Education staff every Wednesday. The topics will change each week, but all tours will incorporate themes of Connection, Care, and Community as they relate to Zoo conservation. Space is limited and […]

CyBEAR Monday

It's CyBEAR Monday. Take advantage of our CyBEAR Monday deal: 20% OFF any Zoodoption level! Zoodoption packages make perfect gifts for people of all ages; become a Zoo Parent to any of your favorite Zoo animals. Use promo code CYBEAR23 at checkout. Valid on 11/27/2023 only. Zoodoptions will be mailed before the USPS Christmas shipping […]

Giving ZooDay

Giving Tuesday, or Giving Zooday as we call it in the animal kingdom, is TODAY! This year, on Giving Tuesday the Virginia Zoo will asking for your support.Choose your team and learn more HERESave the date and stay tuned for how you can help!

Wild Walks

Interested in learning more about our animals, habitats, and Zoo conservation? Join us for a free, guided 60-minute tour at 10 am led by Education staff every Wednesday. The topics will change each week, but all tours will incorporate themes of Connection, Care, and Community as they relate to Zoo conservation. Space is limited and […]

Zoo Tales

Join us for our popular story-time program, Zoo Tales, hosted at the ZooLive! Stage. Each week features two new stories and an animal encounter with a zoo animal ambassador, all related to a changing monthly theme!  Theme: Wicked Winters - Winter survival skills. Cost: Included in memberships or general admission. *In case of poor weather […]

Zoo Tales

Join us for our popular story-time program, Zoo Tales, hosted in our Africa Classroom. Each week features two new stories and an animal encounter with a zoo animal ambassador, all related to a changing monthly theme!  Theme: Winter fun. Cost: Included in memberships or general admission.

Zoo Tales

Join us for our popular story-time program, Zoo Tales, hosted in our Africa Classroom. Each week features two new stories and an animal encounter with a zoo animal ambassador, all related to a changing monthly theme!  Theme: Winter fun. Cost: Included in memberships or general admission.

Train rides with Santa

⚠️ Due to forecast of potential inclement weather, Train Rides with Santa are canceled for Sunday 12/17 ⚠️ Climb aboard the Virginia Zoo Holiday Express to savor the magic of the holiday season and take a *photo with Santa! Holiday train rides will be offered December 15-17 from 10am-1pm, weather permitting.** *Photos with Santa included […]

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Zoo Tales

Join us for our popular story-time program, Zoo Tales, hosted in our Africa Classroom. Each week features two new stories and an animal encounter with a zoo animal ambassador, all related to a changing monthly theme!  Theme: Winter fun. Cost: Included in memberships or general admission.