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Staff In-Service Day

The Virginia Zoo will be closed on February 29, 2024 for staff training. Public admission will not be available. We apologize for the inconvenience!

Norfolk Botanical Garden Membership Swap

Zoo Members visiting the Norfolk Botanical Garden: 🌷 Virginia Zoo members who visit Norfolk Botanical Garden will receive free admission for up to 6 guests total depending on membership level. […]

Homeschool Day

Join us on March 6th for Homeschool Day at the Virginia Zoo! From 10am-2pm, we will bring learning to life with animal chats and encounters throughout the Zoo. This event […]

“Lands of Scientia” book-reading

Geremiah DelValle is a 15-year-old teen author who wrote his book, Lands of Scientia in middle school at the age of 11. He has a love for science and literature, […]

Breakfast with the Animals (SOLD OUT)

SOLD OUT! Breakfast with the Animals is your opportunity to rise, shine, and dine with your favorite Zoo residents. This exclusive access event gets you in before we open to […]

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 […]

Spring Break

During times of high volume, The Virginia Zoo requires tickets to be reserved in advance. From March 30, 2024 to April 7, 2024, timed-entry tickets will be required for general […]

Spring Break Camp

The Virginia Zoo is home to many amazing animals…you may even call them magical! Join your fellow witches and wizards in becoming Spectacular Species Protectors as we explore the secret […]

Mariners’ Museum and Park Membership Swap

Zoo Members visiting the Mariners' Museum and Park: ⚓️ The Mariner's Museum and Park welcomes 2 adults and up to 4 minor children with Zoo membership to visit. ⚓️ Members […]

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 […]