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GenZoo Annual Event

GenZoo is a group of young professionals dedicated to furthering the mission of the Virginia Zoo by engaging our community in taking action to save the world’s wildlife and their […]

Membership Swap: Virginia Living Museum

Throughout February, members of the Virginia Zoo will enjoy complimentary admission by visiting the Virginia Living Museum front desk and presenting your valid membership card and photo ID (excluding Planetarium […]

Kiss & Tail (SOLD OUT)

This event is sold out! Are you tired of the same old up-SCALE dinner to celebrate Valentine’s Day? Join us at the Virginia Zoo for a more casual SHELL-ebration at […]

Staff In-Service Day

The Virginia Zoo will be closed on February 11, 2025 for staff training. Public admission will not be available. We apologize for the inconvenience!

Breakfast with the Animals

Are you a morning person who’s ready and roaring to go to the Zoo on the weekend? Join us for Breakfast with the Animals - an opportunity to rise, shine […]

St. Patrick’s Day Promo

The Virginia Zoo is excited to celebrate the holiday with discounts on train rides! Anybody that visits the Zoo wearing green will receive Buy One, Get One for $1 Train […]

Tails & Trails: Dog Day at the Zoo

Spring has sprung 🌸, and it’s time to thaw your pup’s paws! 🐾 Get ready to join us for our first ever Dog Days event. 🐶 We’re inviting dog-loving zoo […]

Sensory Friendly Morning

Join us as we partner with Autism Society Tidewater Virginia and Complete the Puzzle to provide guests of all abilities and needs, along with their families, the opportunity to visit the Virginia […]

Adult Night

Have you been hibernating at home all winter?  Well, this is your sign to turn into a social butterfly 🦋- Adult Nights at the Zoo are back!   Get your buzz […]

Train Rides with the Easter Bunny

Climb aboard the Virginia Zoo Express and take a *photo with the Easter Bunny! Easter train rides will be offered on April 19th from 11am-2pm. Also enjoy an Easter Egg […]