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  • First Responder Day

    To celebrate First Responder Day, the Virginia Zoo Express will be offering free train rides to all first responders! This offer can be redeemed at the train station only on October 28, 2025.

  • Wild Tykes

    Wild Tykes is a drop-in program recommended for kids aged 3-5 and their favorite adults! Each program features a new theme with age-appropriate nature and science activities that focus on these core areas: sensory, movement, free play, art, and problem-solving. We won’t be afraid to get a little dirty as we explore and play together! […]

  • Free Veterans Day Train Rides

    To celebrate Veteran's Day, the Virginia Zoo Express will be offering free train rides to all veterans! This offer is only available to veterans and can be redeemed at the train station on November 11, 2026.

  • Membership Swap: Great Bridge Battlefield & Waterways Museum

    For December, Virginia Zoo members can enjoy local history with complimentary admission to the Great Bridge Battlefield & Waterways Museum. Explore the trails and visit the museum. Also, members can enjoy the traveling exhibit, “American Revolution Experience.”  To receive membership swap benefits, present your membership card or the confirmation email from your purchase (showing valid adult names and […]

  • CyBEAR Monday

    Take advantage of our "beary" best deals of the season that make perfect gifts for people of all ages! Whodoptions Physical Zoodoption Packages Gift of Memberships Behind-the-Scenes Tours Gift of Tickets Safari Camp

  • Giving ZooDay

    TODAY is Giving Tuesday, or Giving ZooDay, as we like to call it in the animal kingdom. 😉 This Giving ZooDay, help us raise $5,000 in 24 hours! On Giving ZooDay, you're not just a donor, you're a superhero for wildlife! You're stepping up to shield endangered species, nurture the next generation of planet caretakers, […]

  • Canceled Train Rides with Santa

    Due to weather, the Virginia Zoo Express Train will not operate on Saturday, December 6. Please see details below regarding Santa location. 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 on select weekends throughout December from […]

  • Train Rides with Santa

    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 on select weekends throughout December from 11am-2pm, weather permitting.** *Photos with Santa included with price of train ride. Photos are self-serve.**Train cannot operate below 45 degrees or in […]

  • Train Rides with Santa

    *photo with Santa! Holiday train rides will be offered on select weekends throughout December from 11am-2pm, weather permitting.** *Photos with Santa included with price of train ride. Photos are self-serve.**Train cannot operate below 45 degrees or in the rain. Train rides are $3 and free for ages 2 and below. If Virginia Zoo Express Train […]

  • Train Rides with Santa

    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 on select weekends throughout December from 11am-2pm, weather permitting.** *Photos with Santa included with price of train ride. Photos are self-serve.**Train cannot operate below 45 degrees or in […]