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  • 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, […]

  • Member Perk: Wild Wednesday

    Wednesdays are wild in the African Village Restaurant! Zoo members can enjoy a special-priced lunch for just $10, which includes a meal and a 16oz fountain drink, as we test new items on the menu. Please present your valid membership card and photo ID at the time of purchase.

  • Holidays in the Wild: Holiday Market

    Whether the holiday season has you leaping for joy or saying “baaa humbug”? 🐑 Have no fear, visit the Virginia Zoo to experience seasonal cheer at our second annual Holidays in the Wild: Holiday Market on December 6th from 11am-3pm! Stroll our animal trails with a warm, cozy beverage in hand ☕, take in the […]

  • 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 […]

  • Member Perk: Wild Wednesday

    Wednesdays are wild in the African Village Restaurant! Zoo members can enjoy a special-priced lunch for just $10, which includes a meal and a 16oz fountain drink, as we test new items on the menu. Please present your valid membership card and photo ID at the time of purchase.

  • 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 […]

  • Member Perk: Wild Wednesday

    Wednesdays are wild in the African Village Restaurant! Zoo members can enjoy a special-priced lunch for just $10, which includes a meal and a 16oz fountain drink, as we test new items on the menu. Please present your valid membership card and photo ID at the time of purchase.