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SUMMARY:CyBEAR Monday
DESCRIPTION:Take advantage of our “beary” best deals of the season that make perfect gifts for people of all ages! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhodoptions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAvailable only on CyBear Monday!\n\n\n\nAdopt one of our mysterious “Whodoption” animals for just $15 each.\n\n$7 USPS Ground Advantage Shipping\n\n\n\nFREE Shipping when you buy more than one\n\n\n\nUpgrade to Priority Mail ($10) or Express ($30)\n\n\n\n\n\nLimit 6 per transaction (multiple transactions allowed)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPurchase Whodoptions here!\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPhysical Zoodoption Packages\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n20% off all physical Zoodoption packages.\n\n\n\nSymbolically adopt your favorite Zoo animal this holiday season!\n\n\n\nPackages start at $35 and include:\n\nName on recognition board in Membership Office and in Zoo Review magazine\n\n\n\nPersonalized adoption certificate\n\n\n\nKeeper notes about your animal\n\n\n\n4″x6″ picture of your animal\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPurchase Zoodoptions here!\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGift of Memberships\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n$10 off all Gift Memberships.\n\n\n\nGive the gift of the Virginia Zoo all year with our Gift Memberships\n\n\n\nClick here to learn more about our Membership Levels and perks.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPurchase Gift Membership here!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBehind-the-Scenes Tours\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n$10 off per person on Sloth\, Animal Ambassador\, and Bird of Prey Tour gift certificates.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPurchase Behind-the-Scenes Tours here!\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGift of Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n$2 off single-day admission gift tickets.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPurchase Gift Tickets here!\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSafari Camp\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMembers receive early access today to our popular Spring Break Safari Camp.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBook Spring Break Camp here!
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/cybear-monday/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251201T093000
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DTSTAMP:20260724T061347
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SUMMARY:Membership Swap: Great Bridge Battlefield & Waterways Museum
DESCRIPTION: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.”  \n\n\n\nTo receive membership swap benefits\, present your membership card or the confirmation email from your purchase (showing valid adult names and expiration dates)\, along with a photo ID\, to the Admissions staff. \n\n\n\nFor more information about Great Bridge Battlefield & Waterways Museum\, please visit Great Bridge Battlefield | Discover Revolutionary History.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGreat Bridge Battlefield & Waterways Museum members visiting the Zoo: \n\n\n\n🦁 Enjoy complimentary general admission for the number of individuals covered under their membership. The discount is not valid for special events and education programs. \n\n\n\n🦁 Receive a 10% discount on purchases in the gift shop and food service locations. \n\n\n\n🦁 Purchase a Virginia Zoo membership during the month of December and receive two extra months – free. Offer is valid for in-person sales only. \n\n\n\nFor Great Bridge Battlefield & Waterways Museum members visiting the Virginia Zoo\, you must present your membership credentials and photo ID to our Ticket Booth staff to receive these benefits.
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/membership-swap-great-bridge-battlefield-waterways-museum/
CATEGORIES:Membership Swap
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T143000
DTSTAMP:20260724T061347
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SUMMARY:Member Perk: Wild Wednesday
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/member-perk-wild-wednesday/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T143000
DTSTAMP:20260724T061347
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SUMMARY:Member Perk: Wild Wednesday
DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays are wild in the African Village Restaurant! Zoo members can enjoy a special-priced lunch for just $10\, which includes a meal and a 16oz fountain drink\, as we test new items on the menu. Please present your valid membership card and photo ID at the time of purchase.
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/wild-wednesday/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251111T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251111T160000
DTSTAMP:20260724T061347
CREATED:20241031T174326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T124720Z
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SUMMARY:Free Veterans Day Train Rides
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate Veteran’s Day\, the Virginia Zoo Express will be offering free train rides to all veterans! This offer is only available to veterans and can be redeemed at the train station on November 11\, 2026.
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/veterans-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251109T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251109T120000
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SUMMARY:Fall Mornings
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a drink and a bite to eat from local coffee trucks as you stroll through the Zoo on Sunday mornings\, all fall long! \n\n\n\nA coffee truck will be on grounds from 9:30am – 12:00 pm. They will be located in the Fountain Plaza. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCoffee Truck ($)\n\n\n\n\nNovember 9: Buzz Stop\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBecome a member!
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/fall-mornings-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251102T093000
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SUMMARY:Fall Mornings
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a drink and a bite to eat from local coffee trucks as you stroll through the Zoo on Sunday mornings\, all fall long! \n\n\n\nA coffee truck will be on grounds from 9:30am – 12:00 pm. They will be located in the Fountain Plaza. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCoffee Truck ($)\n\n\n\n\nNovember 2: Donut NV\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBecome a member!
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/fall-mornings-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251130T160000
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SUMMARY:Membership Swap: My Gym Children's Fitness Center
DESCRIPTION:The Virginia Zoo is excited to announce a new partnership with My Gym Children’s Fitness Center in Virginia Beach. Sign-up anytime in November and enjoy a 4-week free trial membership! To learn more about My Gym Children’s Fitness Center\, visit their website here. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVirginia Zoo Members visiting My Gym Children’s Fitness Center receive: \n\n\n\n🐸  1 (one) structured class per week  \n\n\n\n🐸 3 (three) open/free play gym sessions per week \n\n\n\nIt is strongly encouraged to reserve classes ahead of your visit\, but walk-ups are permitted if space allows. Classes welcome children from ages 3 months to 10 years old. \n\n\n\nTo sign up for your free month of membership\, visit My Gym Children’s Fitness Center Sign-up:  \n\n\n\n\nSelect a class based on age range and click Enroll Now. Your trial membership will begin based on the date you choose.\n\n\n\nSelect Register Now and complete the registration process and then click Submit and continue through the process to create an account and complete sign up.\n\n\n\nAt checkout\, click on “Have a Promo Code?” and enter the code contained in the November Member Update email. If you became a Virginia Zoo Member after November 1\, please contact us for the code by emailing info@virginiazoo.org or calling our Membership Office at 757-441-2374 ext. 257. \n\n\n\nIf you have additional children\, you will have to repeat the process to sign them up.\n\n\n\nShow your confirmation email you received when you purchased your membership and a photo ID to My Gym Children’s Fitness Center staff at your initial class check-in to receive membership swap benefits.\n\n\n\n\nNote: You must purchase My Gym socks for a nominal fee to participate. Also\, be sure to check your membership status for auto-renewal. If you have any questions\, please feel free to reach out to My Gym Children’s Fitness Center staff by texting 757-425-7600. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMy Gym Children’s Fitness Center members visiting the Virginia Zoo receive: \n\n\n\n💪  Complimentary general admission for the number of individuals covered under their membership. The discount is not valid for special events and education programs. \n\n\n\n💪 10% discount on purchases in the gift shop and food service locations. \n\n\n\n💪 My Gym Children’s Fitness Center members that purchase a Virginia Zoo membership during the month of November can take advantage of two extra months – free. Offer is valid for in-person sales only. \n\n\n\nFor My Gym Children’s Fitness Center members visiting the Virginia Zoo\, you must present your membership credentials and photo ID to our staff to receive swap benefits.
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/membership-swap-my-gym-childrens-fitness-center/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T103000
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UID:36829-1761816600-1761820200@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Wild Tykes
DESCRIPTION: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! See signs posted in the Zoo’s Fountain Plaza to find out the location of activities on the day of your visit. Free with General Admission. \n\n\n\nTheme: Creepy Crawlies
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/wild-tykes-12/
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T160000
DTSTAMP:20260724T061347
CREATED:20250206T194200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T133924Z
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SUMMARY:First Responder Day
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/first-responder-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T120000
DTSTAMP:20260724T061347
CREATED:20250808T171148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T171311Z
UID:38136-1761471000-1761480000@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Fall Mornings
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a drink and a bite to eat from local coffee trucks as you stroll through the Zoo on Sunday mornings\, all fall long! \n\n\n\nA coffee truck will be on grounds from 9:30am – 12:00 pm. They will be located in the Fountain Plaza. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCoffee Truck ($)\n\n\n\n\nOctober 26: Bear House Coffee\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBecome a member!
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/fall-mornings-7/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T120000
DTSTAMP:20260724T061347
CREATED:20250808T171024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T171026Z
UID:38134-1760261400-1760270400@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Fall Mornings
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a drink and a bite to eat from local coffee trucks as you stroll through the Zoo on Sunday mornings\, all fall long! \n\n\n\nA coffee truck will be on grounds from 9:30am – 12:00 pm. They will be located in the Fountain Plaza. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCoffee Truck ($)\n\n\n\n\nOctober 12: Mello Beans\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBecome a member!
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/fall-mornings-6/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T120000
DTSTAMP:20260724T061347
CREATED:20250808T170822Z
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UID:38130-1759656600-1759665600@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Fall Mornings
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a drink and a bite to eat from local coffee trucks as you stroll through the Zoo on Sunday mornings\, all fall long! \n\n\n\nA coffee truck will be on grounds from 9:30am – 12:00 pm. They will be located in the Fountain Plaza. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCoffee Truck ($)\n\n\n\n\nOctober 5: Buzz Stop\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBecome a member!
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/fall-mornings-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251001T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251230T160000
DTSTAMP:20260724T061347
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T163108Z
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SUMMARY:Member Perks Pass
DESCRIPTION:Starting Wednesday\, October 1 until Tuesday December 30 the more you visit\, the more you earn! \n\n\n\nView the graphic below to see what wild prizes you could win! Visits will be tallied at 4pm on Tuesday\, December 30. Prizes can be picked up at Noon Years Eve on Wednesday\, December 31.
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/member-perks-pass/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T120000
DTSTAMP:20260724T061347
CREATED:20250808T170600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T170602Z
UID:38126-1759051800-1759060800@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Fall Mornings
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a drink and a bite to eat from local coffee trucks as you stroll through the Zoo on Sunday mornings\, all fall long! \n\n\n\nA coffee truck will be on grounds from 9:30am – 12:00 pm. They will be located in the Fountain Plaza. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCoffee Truck ($)\n\n\n\n\nSeptember 28: Donut NV\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBecome a member!
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/fall-mornings-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T120000
DTSTAMP:20260724T061347
CREATED:20250808T170430Z
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UID:38124-1758447000-1758456000@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Fall Mornings
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a drink and a bite to eat from local coffee trucks as you stroll through the Zoo on Sunday mornings\, all fall long! \n\n\n\nA coffee truck will be on grounds from 9:30am – 12:00 pm. They will be located in the Fountain Plaza. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCoffee Truck ($)\n\n\n\n\nSeptember 21: Glazed & Infused \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBecome a member!
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/fall-mornings/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250901T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T160000
DTSTAMP:20260724T061347
CREATED:20250812T144742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T195003Z
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SUMMARY:Membership Swap: Nauticus and the Norfolk Botanical Garden
DESCRIPTION:Virginia Zoo Members can explore local treasures Nauticus and the Norfolk Botanical Garden for free during the month of September. \n\n\n\nPlease note: Limited free member swap admission tickets available each day for Nauticus and Norfolk Botanical Garden — if tickets aren’t available online\, we hope you can visit another day! \n\n\n\nVirginia Zoo members visiting Nauticus:\n\n\n\n\nVirginia Zoo members will enjoy complimentary general admission tickets to Nauticus and the Battleship Wisconsin throughout September (up to 6 tickets per order\, does not include guided battleship tours or special events/programming). Tickets must be reserved online in advance; you can reserve tickets here using the code provided in your member email. \n\n\n\nVirginia Zoo members will receive a 10% discount off purchases in the gift shop (present membership card at checkout).\n\n\n\nVirginia Zoo members that purchase a Nauticus membership during the month of September will receive 1 free month added to their membership (13 months for the price of 12). Virginia Zoo members should present their membership card and photo ID to receive this special offer.\n\n\n\nIntroducing a new member swap perk – access discounted Toddler Time tickets. Adult tickets are free! Simply reserve your toddler’s ticket and use promo code NFKSWAPTT for free adult tickets. Toddler Time is offered from 9:30-10:30 am on September 24 and September 27.\n\n\n\nEnjoy $3 off adult tickets to any of the Victory Rover or American Rover cruises\, plus the Naval Station Norfolk Bus Tours! Simply call Victory Rover Naval Base Cruises to reserve your discounted tickets as part of our swap\, and present your valid membership card upon arrival to check in.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVirginia Zoo members visiting the Norfolk Botanical Garden:\n\n\n\n\nVirginia Zoo members will enjoy complimentary general admission for up to six individuals (ages 3+)\, depending on membership level. Individual members will enjoy complimentary general admission for one person. Tickets must be reserved online in advance; you can reserve tickets here using the code provided in your member email. \n\n\n\nTickets are only valid for the specific date and arrival time noted on the reservation.\n\n\n\nTickets can be scanned directly from your smartphone or from a printed copy.\n\n\n\nUpon arrival\, Virginia Zoo members must present reserved tickets and a valid Virginia Zoo membership card to Tollbooth staff.\n\n\n\nThe promotion is not valid for special events and education programs.\n\n\n\n\n\nVirginia Zoo members will also receive a 10% discount on purchases in the Garden Gift Shop. The discount is not valid for special events and education programs.\n\n\n\n\n\nVirginia Zoo members that purchase a membership during the month of September will receive 1 extra month on their NBG membership! Virginia Zoo members should present their membership card at the Front Desk to receive this special offer.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNauticus and Norfolk Botanical Garden members visiting the Virginia Zoo:\n\n\n\n\nNauticus and Norfolk Botanical Garden members will enjoy complimentary general admission for the number of individuals covered under their membership. The discount is not valid for special events and education programs.\n\n\n\nNauticus and Norfolk Botanical Garden members will receive a 10% discount on purchases in the gift shop and food service locations.\n\n\n\nNauticus and Norfolk Botanical Garden members that purchase a Virginia Zoo membership during the month of September can take advantage of two extra months – free.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMembership Swap Discount Policy: Benefits from multiple partner memberships\, including admission\, discounts\, and membership extensions\, cannot be stacked or combined. Guests must present one active membership per visit and/or transaction to receive eligible discounts or admission. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNorfolk Treasures Passport Challenge\n\n\n\nVisit all three locations for a chance to be entered to win one of these prizes. \n\n\n\nTo enter: You must visit each location and scan the QR code available near Admissions. You will be asked to complete a brief survey. \n\n\n\nRules:\n\n\n\n\nYou must submit a completed survey from all three locations\, Nauticus\, Norfolk Botanical Garden\, and the Virginia Zoo\, by  5pm on September 30.\n\n\n\nLimit 1 entry per membership\, regardless of holding multiple memberships across participating organizations.\n\nIf multiple individuals are listed under a single membership\, only one entry is permitted for that membership.\n\n\n\nIndividuals with memberships at more than one participating organization may still submit only one entry.\n\n\n\n\n\nYour membership must be active on the date of the drawing.\n\n\n\n\nVisit all three attractions in September to be entered. Raffle closes September 30 at 5 PM. Winners drawn October 1. Must hold an active membership at Nauticus\, Virginia Zoo\, or Norfolk Botanical Garden to qualify. For full prize terms and conditions please visit nauticus.org/norfolk-treasures \n\n\n\nPrizes:\n\n\n\n\nGrand Prize:  A free Carnival cruise for two departing from Norfolk!\n\n\n\nVirginia Zoo: A free Behind-the Scenes tour.\n\n\n\nNauticus: Nauticus 4 Membership + 4 Tickets to WinterFest on the Wisconsin\n\n\n\nNorfolk Botanical Garden: A free one-year Garden Family & Friends level membership + 4 Tickets to Dominion Energy Holiday of Lights
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/membership-swap-nauticus-and-the-norfolk-botanical-garden/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T160000
DTSTAMP:20260724T061347
CREATED:20250317T124731Z
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SUMMARY:Virginia Zoo Express Reopening Birthday Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the anniversary of our Virginia Zoo Express train reopening! One year ago our brand new electric train opened to the public\, marking a monumental moment for our guests and the Zoo’s conservation efforts by introducing an environmentally-friendly train. \n\n\n\n Please note the Virginia Zoo Express is currently undergoing maintenance and will not be running during the celebration. \n\n\n\nActivities\n\n\n\n\nVirginia Zoo Express train rides will be Buy One Get One for $1 all day (to be redeemed at a later date).\n\n\n\nTrain whistle and bandana giveaway while supplies last. \n\n\n\nOur Gift Shop Kiosk will have a variety of train themed merchandise available for purchase\, including engineer hats\, bandanas\, wooden train whistles\, bears in engineer costumes\, and train toys.
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/virginia-zoo-express-reopening-birthday-celebration/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250825T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250825T113000
DTSTAMP:20260724T061347
CREATED:20250618T175220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T175303Z
UID:37682-1756119600-1756121400@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Little Zoo
DESCRIPTION:Come join us as educators and volunteers offer themed animal interactions inside one of the Zoo’s classroom spaces. Our Little Zoo program offers our guests an intimate look at our animal ambassadors with station-based learning. This program is open to all who want to experience and grow in our Little Zoo. See signs posted in the Zoo’s Fountain Plaza to find out the location of Little Zoo on the day of your visit. Free with general admission.
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/little-zoo-10/
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T103000
DTSTAMP:20260724T061347
CREATED:20250402T205323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T183256Z
UID:36816-1755768600-1755772200@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Wild Tykes (CANCELED)
DESCRIPTION:Wild Tykes has been cancelled for Thursday\, August 21 due to concerns about strong winds. The next Wild Tykes program is scheduled for Thursday\, September 18. We apologize for the inconvenience.  \n\n\n\nWild 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! See signs posted in the Zoo’s Fountain Plaza to find out the location of activities on the day of your visit. Free with General Admission. \n\n\n\nTheme: Backyard Habitats
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/wild-tykes-10/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T160000
DTSTAMP:20260724T061347
CREATED:20250206T193411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T193412Z
UID:36456-1754127000-1754150400@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Dress Like a Conductor Day
DESCRIPTION:📣 Calling all future train conductors! Anybody that visits the Zoo wearing their best conductor outfit will receive Buy One\, Get One for $1 Train Rides*. Additionally\, guests that visit dressed like a conductor will receive a complimentary bandana and train whistle at the train station. \n\n\n\n*If a rider in a party is under 2 and the BOGO cannot be used\, a voucher for $1 for a future train ride will be given.
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/dress-like-a-conductor-day-3/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T120000
DTSTAMP:20260724T061347
CREATED:20250715T170222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T151341Z
UID:37940-1754038800-1754049600@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Canceled - Food Truck Pop Up
DESCRIPTION:*Food Truck Pop Up for August 1 is canceled. We apologize for the inconvenience. \n\n\n\nDC Smoothies will be joining us from 9:30am – 12:00pm to serve delicious smoothies to our guests for an additional cost. They will be located on the Main Trail between the Event Pavilion and Photo Booth.
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/food-truck-pop-up/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250728T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250728T113000
DTSTAMP:20260724T061347
CREATED:20250618T174443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T174444Z
UID:37674-1753700400-1753702200@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Little Zoo
DESCRIPTION:Come join us as educators and volunteers offer themed animal interactions inside one of the Zoo’s classroom spaces. Our Little Zoo program offers our guests an intimate look at our animal ambassadors with station-based learning. This program is open to all who want to experience and grow in our Little Zoo. See signs posted in the Zoo’s Fountain Plaza to find out the location of Little Zoo on the day of your visit. Free with general admission.
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/little-zoo-6/
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250721T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250725T123000
DTSTAMP:20260724T061347
CREATED:20250718T153722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T153723Z
UID:37963-1753090200-1753446600@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Coffee Truck Pop Up
DESCRIPTION:We’re celebrating Zoo Keeper Appreciation week with coffee! Enjoy a drink and a bite to eat from a local coffee truck as you stroll through the Zoo. And don’t forget to thank a Zoo Keeper if you see one! \n\n\n\nAvailable 9:30am – 12:30pm.  \n\n\n\n7/21 – Glazed & Infused  \n\n\n\n7/22 – Glazed & Infused \n\n\n\n7/23 – Bear House Coffee \n\n\n\n7/24 – Glazed & Infused \n\n\n\n7/25 – Glazed & Infused
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/coffee-truck-pop-up/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250705T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250705T160000
DTSTAMP:20260724T061347
CREATED:20250206T193342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T193343Z
UID:36454-1751707800-1751731200@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Dress Like a Conductor Day
DESCRIPTION:📣 Calling all future train conductors! Anybody that visits the Zoo wearing their best conductor outfit will receive Buy One\, Get One for $1 Train Rides*. Additionally\, guests that visit dressed like a conductor will receive a complimentary bandana and train whistle at the train station. \n\n\n\n*If a rider in a party is under 2 and the BOGO cannot be used\, a voucher for $1 for a future train ride will be given.
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/dress-like-a-conductor-day-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250629T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250629T160000
DTSTAMP:20260724T061347
CREATED:20250521T184602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T172129Z
UID:37411-1751189400-1751212800@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Poppy's 1st Birthday!
DESCRIPTION:Our baby Bornean orangutan is turning 1! Help us celebrate Poppy during her Pop-tart themed birthday party starting at 9:30am. \n\n\n\nWear your best orange or red outfit to celebrate Poppy and swing in to party with us! Meet one of Poppy’s keepers during an orangutan keeper chat at 10am to get all your questions answered. \n\n\n\nWant Gift Ideas?\n\n\n\nOur Asia: Trail of the Tiger keepers created an Amazon wishlist of items that YOU can purchase to help enrich the lives of our orangutans. Nobody wants to forget a gift at a birthday party\, so celebrate Poppy’s special day by choosing an item from the link below to send to our orangutans! \n\n\n\n\nPoppy’s 1st Birthday Wishlist
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/poppys-1st-birthday/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T143000
DTSTAMP:20260724T061347
CREATED:20250620T192459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T192525Z
UID:37718-1750498200-1750516200@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:World Giraffe Day
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate World Giraffe Day\,  a member of the Zoo’s Mission Engagement Team will be station at the giraffe overlook equipped with biofacts\, color sheets\, and an engaging giraffe spotter activity. For a long time\, scientists only named giraffes under one species. We now know of 9 subspecies of giraffe under 4 different groups. Can you tell the difference between their spots?  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n*This activity is free with paid admission or membership. This activity will be cancelled or end early in the case of inclement weather.
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/world-giraffe-day/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T160000
DTSTAMP:20260724T061347
CREATED:20250206T193308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T193309Z
UID:36452-1749288600-1749312000@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Dress Like a Conductor Day
DESCRIPTION:📣 Calling all future train conductors! Anybody that visits the Zoo wearing their best conductor outfit will receive Buy One\, Get One for $1 Train Rides*. Additionally\, guests that visit dressed like a conductor will receive a complimentary bandana and train whistle at the train station. \n\n\n\n*If a rider in a party is under 2 and the BOGO cannot be used\, a voucher for $1 for a future train ride will be given.
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/dress-like-a-conductor-day/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250524T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250524T160000
DTSTAMP:20260724T061347
CREATED:20250515T134640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T134642Z
UID:37336-1748079000-1748102400@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Fountain Plaza Opening Day
DESCRIPTION:Splash into summer at the Zoo! Join us for the first day of splashing fun as we kick off summer in a big way! On Saturday\, May 24\, the Zoo’s Water Plaza Fountains will be turned on for the season—perfect for cooling off during your wild adventure. Plus\, the first 500 guests will receive a free Coca-Cola can cooler featuring fun summer designs (while supplies last). Don’t miss this refreshing start to summer at the Zoo! \n\n\n\nFountain Plaza is open from Memorial Day to Labor Day.  The fountains will be on during the weekends only until June 1\, 2025 and then they’ll be on daily. Fountains will be turned off during inclement weather. Call to confirm.
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/fountain-plaza-opening-day/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T160000
DTSTAMP:20260724T061347
CREATED:20240411T182236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T161403Z
UID:33741-1746091800-1748707200@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Waters Edge Winery Membership Swap
DESCRIPTION:Zoo Members visiting Waters Edge Winery\n\n\n\n🍷 Members enjoy in-person wine club status during the swap month when they present their valid Zoo membership (excluding the two-bottle wine takeaway). \n\n\n\n🍷 On Wednesdays and Thursdays during the month of May\, Zoo Members enjoy 50% off dine-in bottles of wine. \n\n\n\n🍷 Zoo Members receive complimentary wine tastings every day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWaters Edge Winery Members visiting the Zoo\n\n\n\n🦁 Throughout May\, Waters Edge Winery Members receive Buy One Get One Free admission to the Virginia Zoo by utilizing the special promo code on our website. Special events and education programs are not included. Tickets must be purchased in advance online using this code. \n\n\n\n🦁 Waters Edge Winery Members also receive 10% discounts in the Zoo Gift Shop and food service locations \n\n\n\n🦁 Become a Virginia Zoo member in May as a Waters Edge Winery Member and receive two extra months free on your Zoo membership
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/waters-edge-winery-membership-swap/
CATEGORIES:Membership Swap
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