Kiss & Tail

THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT! Kiss & Tail is a special Valentine's Day program about jungle love that separates the birds from the beasts! Join us for this adults-only opportunity and learn about animal mating, dating and reproductive habits in an honest & humorous forum. Ages 21+ only. Please note, masks are required indoors while […]

Breakfast with the Animals

SOLD OUT! Rise and shine for this exclusive access to the Zoo, before it opens! Grab a pre-packed breakfast bag and stroll through the Zoo to see what the animals eat for their breakfast. Coffee and mimosas are available for purchase.  Food bags include a variety of kid- and adult-friendly breakfast treats. Some items contain nuts, milk, and/or soy.  Gates close […]

Party for the Planet

It’s a party - for the planet! Join us in this celebration of all living things with fun and informative activities for all ages. Presented by the Zoo Education Team, meet community conservation partners, find Animal Ambassador pop-ups, talk with Trail Hosts, see animals enjoy enrichment provided by the Norfolk Botanical Gardens and visit the […]

Pride Night

The Virginia Zoo proudly values the incredible diversity of life that shares this planet​. Join us to celebrate the kaleidoscope of families and individuals that make our community so beautiful! Meet Animal Ambassadors, watch the animals enjoy colorful enrichment in their habitats, hear music from a local DJ, and more!  Cost:  Zoo Member child or adult: $5.95  Non-member […]

ZooGrooves

Live music at the Zoo is back! Join us on June 18 for the first in a series of after-hours concerts featuring emerging bands and artists from our region. Pay Rent Brass Band will be the featured headliner band and Fusion Groove will be the opening act on June 18. Support local music. Save animals. […]

ZooGrooves

Live music at the Zoo is back! Join us for the second in a series of after-hours concerts featuring emerging bands and artists from our region. Kendall Street Company will be the featured headliner band and Paper Aliens will be the opening act on July 23. Support local music. Save animals. Select trails open until […]

ZooGrooves

Live music at the Zoo is back! Join us for the last of this after-hours concert series featuring emerging bands and artists from our region. Fireside Collective will be the featured headliner band and Palmyra will be the opening act on August 20. Support local music. Save animals. Select trails open until 7:30 pm. Lineup coming […]