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SUMMARY:25 on the 25th
DESCRIPTION:The Virginia Zoo is celebrating our 125th anniversary all throughout 2026. Check out our exciting deals and activities listed below that showcase how we’re celebrating!  \n\n\n\nDeals are exclusive to the 25th of each month and available in person only. \n\n\n\n\n25% off admission tickets \n\n\n\n$125 Two-Adult Household Memberships \n\n\n\n$1.25 Virginia Zoo Express train rides \n\n\n\n12.5% discount in the Virginia Zoo Gift Shop for all guests\n\n25% discount in the Virginia Zoo Gift Shop for Virginia Zoo Members\n\n\n\n\n\n25% discount in the African Village Restaurant\, excluding alcoholic beverages\n\n\n\nMembers receive a FREE bring-a-friend ticket (automatically applied) \n\n\n\nMission Engagement Activities\n\n10 a.m.: Zoo History Chat at the Goat Yard\n\n\n\n11 a.m.: Zoo History Walking Tour (meet in Fountain Plaza)\n\n\n\n1:30 p.m.: Zoo History Chat in the Fountain Plaza\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick here to get your tickets!
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/25-on-the-25th-3/
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SUMMARY:Zoo Tales
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our popular story-time program\, Zoo Tales! Each week features two new stories and an animal encounter with a zoo animal ambassador\, all related to a changing monthly theme!  \n\n\n\nSee signs posted in the Zoo’s Fountain Plaza to find out the location of Zoo Tales on the day of your visit. Free with general admission. \n\n\n\nTheme: Bugs
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/zoo-tales-4/
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:Train Rides with the Easter Bunny
DESCRIPTION:Climb aboard the Virginia Zoo Express and take a *photo with the Easter Bunny! Easter train rides will be offered on March 28 from 11am-2pm. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEaster Bunny Photos\n\n\n\n\nPhotos with the Easter Bunny are included with the purchase of a train ride. You MUST have purchased train tickets to get your photo with the Easter Bunny.\n\n\n\nPhotos are self-serve. Guests can take photos using their own devices. \n\n\n\nTrain rides cost $3 per person. Children under the age of 2 ride free.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEaster Egg Hunt\n\n\n\n\nThe Easter Egg Hunt will start at 12pm. \n\n\n\nGuests are strongly encouraged to sign up at the Beazley Train Station between 10:30am – 11:30am. Registration closes once capacity (150 children) is reached.\n\n\n\nEach child (ages 0-12) may collect up to 10 eggs. \n\n\n\nEggs include allergy-friendly candy options and small toys. Please ask staff for allergen information if needed. Staff can assist families with sorting candy and toys\, but we do not offer exchanges. \n\n\n\nGuests are encouraged to bring their own Easter baskets or reusable bags; a limited number of baskets will be available. Reusable totes will also be available for purchase in the Gift Shop. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInclement Weather: For the safety\, the Virginia Zoo Express Train cannot operate in weather below 45 degrees Fahrenheit\, in the rain\, or during high winds. Should this be the case\, Easter Bunny photos will be moved to the Gift Shop. The Easter Egg Hunt will be canceled in the event of rain. However\, guests who take photos with the Easter Bunny will be handed a collection of eggs to take home with them. There will also be a grab & go craft available in the Gift Shop.
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/train-rides-with-the-easter-bunny/
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SUMMARY:Sensory Friendly Morning
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we partner with Autism Society Tidewater Virginia\, Complete the Puzzle\, and Destination Family Services to provide guests of all abilities and needs\, along with their families\, the opportunity to visit the Virginia Zoo in a less overwhelming environment. On this special date and time we will provide stress-free activities for your Zoo visit through adapted programs and a reduced number of visitors. With access to animal ambassadors\, activity carts\, biofact carts\, and more the whole family can enjoy this sensory-friendly morning at the Zoo. \n\n\n\n\nReserve your timed tickets here!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Map\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nActivities\n\n\n\nIncluded with your ticket:  \n\n\n\n\nBiofact Carts: Join us for hands-on exploration using our biofacts – animal artifacts like feathers\, skulls\, snake sheds\, and more. \n\n\n\nActivity Carts: Join us for hands-on activities that explore the wonderful world of animals and zookeeping. \n\n\n\nUp Close Zoo: Explore your five senses while meeting Animal Ambassadors in a small group encounter. Each session will include 15 guests and last 20 minutes. \n\nSession Times: \n\n9:50 – 10:10am \n\n\n\n 10:10 – 10:30am\n\n\n\n10:30 – 10:50am\n\n\n\n10:50 – 11:10am\n\n\n\n11:10am – 11:30am\n\n\n\n11:30am – 11:50am \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n12:00pm: Zoo Tales at the World of Reptiles Classroom\n\n\n\nCommunity Resources: \n\nAutism Society Tidewater Virginia \n\n\n\nComplete the Puzzle \n\n\n\nSentara Therapy Center \n\n\n\nEasterseals PORT Health\n\n\n\nPositive Behavior Support Corporation \n\n\n\nFACT Families for Autism\n\n\n\nBrighter Side to ASD\n\n\n\nCompass Behavioral Group\, LLC\n\n\n\nConnecting the Steps\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAvailable for an additional cost ($):  \n\n\n\n\nSensory toys available for purchase at our Gift Shop Kiosk\n\n\n\n\n*A limited number of KultureCity Sensory bags are available for check-out in our Membership Office (first come\, first serve). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFood & Drinks ($)\n\n\n\n\nAfrican Village Restaurant open from 10am – 4pm \n\nChicken tenders\, burgers\, pizza\, fries\, snack items\n\n\n\nSoda\, juice\, water\, beer\, wine\, Waters Edge Serpentine Sangria\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\nReserve your timed tickets here!\n\n\n\n\nDue to limited capacity\, timed tickets will be required for entry to the Zoo for this time and date. Individuals with an ADA-Recognized Disability and One Companion can receive free admission upon request. ADA Admission is only redeemable at the ticket booth. All additional family and friends attending are required to purchase & reserve your tickets ahead of time.  \n\n\n\n🎧 Member Adult (18+): Free \n\n\n\n🎧 Member Child (2-17): Free \n\n\n\n🎧 Non-Member Adult (12+): $20 \n\n\n\n🎧 Non-Member Senior (62+): $18 \n\n\n\n🎧 Non-Member Child (2-11): $17 \n\n\n\n🎧 Children under 2 are free but require a reserved ticket \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLimited number of tickets available. Advance ticket sales end when sold out (get yours early!). If tickets remain on the day of event you may purchase yours at the gate. Tickets are non-refundable. All sales are final. Should a ticket holder be unable to attend the event\, the purchase will be considered a donation. As an outdoor venue\, events are rain or shine unless otherwise indicated. If any changes are made\, an announcement via an email to our members and/or ticket holders and on the Virginia Zoo social media channels will be issued prior the event. \n\n\n\nThe Zoo is a smoke-free facility; no smoking is allowed inside the Zoo. This also includes e-cigarettes and vaping. Inability to follow this rule will result in dismissal from Zoo grounds without a refund. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQuestions regarding this event? Please email info@virginiazoo.org or call (757) 441-2374.
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/sensory-friendly-morning/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:Habitat Heroes - Native Plant Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Sign Up Here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInterested guests are invited to join us for an Introduction to Designing with Native Plants—a beginner-friendly workshop where you’ll learn how to create a sustainable\, low-maintenance landscape that supports local wildlife and thrives in the Hampton Roads environment. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn This Workshop\, You Will Learn:\n\n\n\n\n The benefits of using native plants in your garden\,\n\n\n\n How to assess your landscape and choose the right plants\,\n\n\n\n Design principles to create a beautiful and functional garden\,\n\n\n\nTips for sustainable gardening practices.\n\n\n\nHandouts will be provided to take home and reinforce what you learn.\n\n\n\n\nBonus! Take home a native plant to add to your landscape! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails:\n\n\n\nWhere: Virginia Zoo’s World of Reptiles Classroom. Program participants will meet in front of the Zoo 10 minutes before class start time.When: 🌿 3/31 – 6pm🌿 4/19 – 1pm🌿 5/12 – 6pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhy Attend? \n\n\n\nWhether you’re starting from scratch or enhancing an existing garden\, this workshop will provide you with the knowledge and confidence to design a landscape that’s both beautiful and environmentally friendly. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCost: \n\n\n\nThis workshop costs $5 per person. Registration is required.  \n\n\n\nPlease note: This workshop is designed with adult learners in mind. The content may be more advanced than what younger participants typically engage with\, and seating is limited to a total capacity of 20 people. We encourage families to use their own judgment about whether the material will be a good fit for their children when purchasing them a ticket. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSign Up Here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you sign up and are no longer able to attend\, please let us know so that we can open the spot to another. Space is limited. Sign up now to secure your place and begin your journey towards being a wildlife Habitat Hero! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCourse Instructor: Trista Imrich is the owner and fearless leader of Wild Works of Whimsy and Southern Branch Nursery. A Navy veteran (Surface Warfare Officer)\, this Ohio native has a Master of Science in Environmental Policy and Management and brings her unique perspective on landscape design and native planting to Hampton Roads. Trista has extensive experience with the Virginia Conservation Assistance Program (VCAP)\, Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area (CBPA) requirements\, and mitigation projects\, including living shorelines\, rain gardens\, infiltration trenches\, and conservation landscaping. She is a Virginia Certified Horticulturist (VCH)\, a Designer (VSLD-certified)\, and a Level 2 Chesapeake Bay Landscape Professional in design and installation (CBLP-ID). Trista contributed to creating and editing the “Native Plants for Southeast Virginia” guide and is an active advocate for sustainable practices in the region. She frequently speaks at events\, garden clubs\, and community groups\, sharing her passion for native plants and practical insights into sustainable landscaping.
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/native-plant-workshop/
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SUMMARY:The Mariners’ Museum and ParkⓇ Membership Swap
DESCRIPTION:Virginia Zoo Members visiting the The Mariners’ Museum and ParkⓇ:\n\n\n\n⚓️ The Mariners’ Museum and ParkⓇ welcomes up to two adults and four children with Zoo membership to visit. \n\n\n\n⚓️ Members receive free movie tickets for movies shown in the Explorers Theater. \n\n\n\n⚓️ Members receive a 10% discount on items in the Mariners’ Shop.  \n\n\n\nVirginia Zoo Members must present a valid membership card and photo ID to The Mariners’ Museum and ParkⓇ staff to receive these benefits.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Mariners’ Museum and ParkⓇ Members visiting the Zoo:\n\n\n\n🦁 The Mariners’ Museum and ParkⓇ members 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🦁 Members receive a 10% discount in the Gift Shop and on food purchases at the African Village Restaurant.  \n\n\n\n🦁 It’s a great time for The Mariners’ Museum and ParkⓇ members to become Virginia Zoo members! When you purchase a membership\, you will receive two additional months for free. Offer is valid for in-person sales only. \n\n\n\nThe Mariners’ Museum and ParkⓇ Members must present a valid membership card and photo ID at the Virginia Zoo to receive these benefits.
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/mariners-museum-and-park-membership-swap/
CATEGORIES:Membership Swap
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T112717
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SUMMARY:Zoo Tales
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our popular story-time program\, Zoo Tales! Each week features two new stories and an animal encounter with a zoo animal ambassador\, all related to a changing monthly theme!  \n\n\n\nSee signs posted in the Zoo’s Fountain Plaza to find out the location of Zoo Tales on the day of your visit. Free with general admission. \n\n\n\nThemes: Colors & Shapes
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/zoo-tales-49/
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T160000
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SUMMARY:Spring Break
DESCRIPTION:Planning a Hampton Roads staycation for spring break this year? Here’s what to know before making your plans to visit the Virginia Zoo!  \n\n\n\nThis year\, advanced reservation tickets will NOT be required\, however anyone that reserves their tickets online before arriving at the Zoo will receive $2 off admission.  \n\n\n\n**Individuals with a disability recognized by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) qualify for free admission\, along with one companion. Individuals in this category do not need to reserve advanced tickets for spring break and can simply let the ticket booth know they’d like the ADA discount upon arrival. \n\n\n\n\nReserve tickets here!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKnow Before You Go:\n\n\n\nFollow these tips to ensure the best experience possible when visiting the Zoo during spring break: \n\n\n\n🌸 Tickets reserved online before visiting will receive $2 off admission! Have tickets pulled up and ready to show before you reach the gate. \n\n\n\n🌸 The latest possible time to enter the Zoo will be 3pm and 3:30pm for members \n\n\n\n🌸 Plan for extra time at entry and amenities. You can help the process go faster by purchasing your tickets online ahead of time (they will be discounted too!) and having them ready to scan on your phone. \n\n\n\n🌸 We will have managed parking to assist our guests\, but we recommend carpooling when possible. \n\n\n\n🌸 Outside food and drinks are not allowed\, with the exception of reusable water bottles. Please enjoy a meal or a snack from our African Village Restaurant or Beastro\, where you can also refill your water bottle! \n\n\n\n🌸 Leave all pets at home\, unless they are a service animal (this does not include emotional support animals). \n\n\n\n🌸 Do not bring scooters\, bikes\, skateboards\, balls\, and or any flying objects. \n\n\n\n🌸 Smoking and vaping is not allowed on Zoo grounds. If you need to smoke\, please do so in the parking lot. Anybody found smoking on grounds will be required to leave without re-admission. \n\n\n\n🌸 Please be kind and courteous of others\, respecting our animals\, employees\, volunteers and other guests at all times. Out of respect to the animals’ well-being\, do not attempt to feed the animals\, cross any barriers\, throw items in exhibits\, tease/chase the animals or bang on exhibit glass.
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/spring-break/
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SUMMARY:Golden Egg Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Click here to see the full list of available prizes!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvery Saturday and Sunday there will be 10 large golden eggs hidden throughout the Zoo. All eggs will have a Virginia Zoo prize pack but 2 eggs each day will have larger prizes. NEW! This year we’ll have prizes from partner organizations included in the large eggs. We will also be hiding 30 small golden eggs each day with a Virginia Zoo trading card prize!  \n\n\n\nSmall eggs will be hidden in the Zoo throughout the day\, expanding the time that people can find them. All the large eggs will be hidden before the Zoo opens for the day.  \n\n\n\nRules and Guidelines\n\n\n\n\nTen (10) large golden eggs will be hidden across the publicly accessible areas throughout the Zoo. \n\nTwo (2) of these eggs will have BIG prizes. The big prizes of the day are as follows:\n\nONE MOCA Household Membership with an Elation Brewing Sticker/Coupon\n\n\n\nONE 4-pack of Zoo tickets + 4 meal vouchers + 4 Virginia Zoo Express train rides\n\n\n\n\n\nEight (8) of the large eggs will contain Virginia Zoo Prize Packs which include a Virginia Zoo drawstring bag\, 2 Virginia Zoo sticker sheets (including our special edition 125th anniversary stickers)\, a Virginia Zoo pencil pouch with supplies\, a Virginia Zoo trading card\, and a Virginia Zoo trading card deck box. \n\n\n\n\n\nThirty (30) small golden eggs (also hidden  across the publicly accessible areas throughout the Zoo) will contain a Virginia Zoo trading card prize.\n\n\n\nOnce your family finds a golden egg\, go to the Membership Office to celebrate. Please be sure to only redeem one golden egg per family.\n\n\n\nEggs are available on a first come first serve basis only. Starting at 9:30am. Check signage in the Fountain Plaza for status of egg hunt.\n\n\n\nGood luck and happy egg hunting!
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/golden-egg-hunt/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T120000
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SUMMARY:Conservation Clean-Up
DESCRIPTION:Make a positive impact in your local community by volunteering with the Virginia Zoo to keep our environment and city parks beautiful. Participating in one of these clean-ups will grant free entry to the Virginia Zoo on May 16\, 2026 for our Party for the Planet event.  \n\n\n\nHow: Sign up as an Episodic Volunteer through our Better Impact system. Once approved you will have the opportunity to sign up for the shift. Please allow 2-3 days for system update. \n\n\n\nWhen: April 4 from 10am – 12pm  \n\n\n\nWhere: Northside Park  \n\n\n\n\nSign Up Here for Episodic Volunteering!
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/conservation-clean-up/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T112717
CREATED:20260122T140053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T140056Z
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SUMMARY:Zoo Tales
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our popular story-time program\, Zoo Tales! Each week features two new stories and an animal encounter with a zoo animal ambassador\, all related to a changing monthly theme!  \n\n\n\nSee signs posted in the Zoo’s Fountain Plaza to find out the location of Zoo Tales on the day of your visit. Free with general admission. \n\n\n\nThemes: Colors & Shapes
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/zoo-tales-58/
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260405T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260405T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T112717
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SUMMARY:Golden Egg Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Click here to see the full list of available prizes!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvery Saturday and Sunday there will be 10 large golden eggs hidden throughout the Zoo. All eggs will have a Virginia Zoo prize pack but 2 eggs each day will have larger prizes. NEW! This year we’ll have prizes from partner organizations included in the large eggs. We will also be hiding 30 small golden eggs each day with a Virginia Zoo trading card prize!  \n\n\n\nSmall eggs will be hidden in the Zoo throughout the day\, expanding the time that people can find them. All the large eggs will be hidden before the Zoo opens for the day.  \n\n\n\nRules and Guidelines\n\n\n\n\nTen (10) golden eggs will be hidden across the publicly accessible areas throughout the Zoo. \n\nTwo (2) of these eggs will have BIG prizes. The big prizes of the day are as follows:\n\nONE Hermitage Museum Household Plus Membership\, 2 Sunset Tickets to the Hermitage Museum\, Elation Brewing Sticker/Coupon\n\n\n\nONE Behind-the-Scenes Tour Gift Certificate for up to 6 guests \n\n\n\n\n\nEight (8) of the large eggs will contain Virginia Zoo Prize Packs which include a Virginia Zoo drawstring bag\, 2 Virginia Zoo sticker sheets (including our special edition 125th anniversary stickers)\, a Virginia Zoo pencil pouch with supplies\, a Virginia Zoo trading card\, and a Virginia Zoo trading card deck box. \n\n\n\n\n\nThirty (30) small golden eggs (also hidden  across the publicly accessible areas throughout the Zoo) will contain a Virginia Zoo trading card prize.\n\n\n\nOnce your family finds a golden egg\, go to the Membership Office to celebrate. Please be sure to only redeem one golden egg per family.\n\n\n\nEggs are available on a first come first serve basis only. Starting at 9:30am. Check signage in the Fountain Plaza for status of egg hunt.\n\n\n\nGood luck and happy egg hunting!
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/golden-egg-hunt-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T104500
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SUMMARY:Wild Babies
DESCRIPTION:Calling all “Wild Babies” to the zoo! Join us for a NEW program offering for our youngest zoo visitors. We will be exploring age appropriate sensory and educational activities in a small up-close setting. This program is geared for 0-2 year olds and their guardians although older children will be welcome. Wild Babies will involve elements of nature and social development including but not limited to story time\, short “hikes”\, and an animal encounter.  \n\n\n\nThese programs will be located in one of our classrooms. Please check signs in Fountain Plaza on the day of the event.  \n\n\n\nTheme: Colors & Shapes
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/wild-babies-11/
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T112717
CREATED:20260121T144837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T153258Z
UID:41235-1775732400-1775734200@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Zoo Tales
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our popular story-time program\, Zoo Tales! Each week features two new stories and an animal encounter with a zoo animal ambassador\, all related to a changing monthly theme!  \n\n\n\nSee signs posted in the Zoo’s Fountain Plaza to find out the location of Zoo Tales on the day of your visit. Free with general admission. \n\n\n\nTheme: Colors & Shapes
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/zoo-tales-50/
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T112717
CREATED:20250328T181958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T130937Z
UID:36736-1775899800-1775923200@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Golden Egg Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Click here to see the full list of available prizes!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvery Saturday and Sunday there will be 10 large golden eggs hidden throughout the Zoo. All eggs will have a Virginia Zoo prize pack but 2 eggs each day will have larger prizes. NEW! This year we’ll have prizes from partner organizations included in the large eggs. We will also be hiding 30 small golden eggs each day with a Virginia Zoo trading card prize!  \n\n\n\nSmall eggs will be hidden in the Zoo throughout the day\, expanding the time that people can find them. All the large eggs will be hidden before the Zoo opens for the day.  \n\n\n\nRules and Guidelines\n\n\n\n\nTen (10) golden eggs will be hidden across the publicly accessible areas throughout the Zoo. \n\nTwo (2) of these eggs will have BIG prizes. The big prizes of the day are as follows:\n\nONE Chrysler Museum Hot Glass Class for 2 Certificate\, Elation Brewing Sticker/Coupon\n\n\n\nONE $25 Virginia Zoo Gift Shop Voucher \n\n\n\n\n\nEight (8) of the large eggs will contain Virginia Zoo Prize Packs which include a Virginia Zoo drawstring bag\, 2 Virginia Zoo sticker sheets (including our special edition 125th anniversary stickers)\, a Virginia Zoo pencil pouch with supplies\, a Virginia Zoo trading card\, and a Virginia Zoo trading card deck box. \n\n\n\n\n\nThirty (30) small golden eggs (also hidden  across the publicly accessible areas throughout the Zoo) will contain a Virginia Zoo trading card prize.\n\n\n\nOnce your family finds a golden egg\, go to the Membership Office to celebrate. Please be sure to only redeem one golden egg per family.\n\n\n\nEggs are available on a first come first serve basis only. Starting at 9:30am. Check signage in the Fountain Plaza for status of egg hunt.\n\n\n\nGood luck and happy egg hunting!
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/golden-egg-hunt-3/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T112717
CREATED:20250328T182024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T174146Z
UID:36738-1775986200-1776009600@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Golden Egg Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Click here to see the full list of available prizes!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvery Saturday and Sunday there will be 10 large golden eggs hidden throughout the Zoo. All eggs will have a Virginia Zoo prize pack but 2 eggs each day will have larger prizes. NEW! This year we’ll have prizes from partner organizations included in the large eggs. We will also be hiding 30 small golden eggs each day with a Virginia Zoo trading card prize! \n\n\n\nSmall eggs will be hidden in the Zoo throughout the day\, expanding the time that people can find them. All the large eggs will be hidden before the Zoo opens for the day. \n\n\n\nRules and Guidelines\n\n\n\n\nTen (10) golden eggs will be hidden across the publicly accessible areas throughout the Zoo. \n\nTwo (2) of these eggs will have BIG prizes. The big prizes of the day are as follows:\n\nONE NBG Family Four Pack\,  The Mariners’ Museum and ParkⓇ Family Fun Pack\, Elation Brewing Sticker/Coupon\n\n\n\nONE Train Engineer for a Day Voucher\n\n\n\n\n\nEight (8) of the large eggs will contain Virginia Zoo Prize Packs which include a Virginia Zoo drawstring bag\, 2 Virginia Zoo sticker sheets (including our special edition 125th anniversary stickers)\, a Virginia Zoo pencil pouch with supplies\, a Virginia Zoo trading card\, and a Virginia Zoo trading card deck box.\n\n\n\n\n\nThirty (30) small golden eggs (also hidden across the publicly accessible areas throughout the Zoo) will contain a Virginia Zoo trading card prize.\n\n\n\nOnce your family finds a golden egg\, go to the Membership Office to celebrate. Please be sure to only redeem one golden egg per family.\n\n\n\nEggs are available on a first come first serve basis only. Starting at 9:30am. Check signage in the Fountain Plaza for status of egg hunt.\n\n\n\nGood luck and happy egg hunting!
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/golden-egg-hunt-4/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T112717
CREATED:20260121T174255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T174257Z
UID:41354-1776078000-1776079800@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-24/
CATEGORIES:Education
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T103000
DTSTAMP:20260405T112717
CREATED:20260122T135911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T135913Z
UID:41417-1776331800-1776335400@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: Colors & Shapes
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/wild-tykes-17/
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T112717
CREATED:20260121T144905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T153357Z
UID:41237-1776337200-1776339000@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Zoo Tales
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our popular story-time program\, Zoo Tales! Each week features two new stories and an animal encounter with a zoo animal ambassador\, all related to a changing monthly theme!  \n\n\n\nSee signs posted in the Zoo’s Fountain Plaza to find out the location of Zoo Tales on the day of your visit. Free with general admission. \n\n\n\nTheme: Colors & Shapes
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/zoo-tales-51/
CATEGORIES:Education
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T112717
CREATED:20250328T182125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T154942Z
UID:36740-1776504600-1776528000@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Golden Egg Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Click here to see the full list of available prizes!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvery Saturday and Sunday there will be 10 large golden eggs hidden throughout the Zoo. All eggs will have a Virginia Zoo prize pack but 2 eggs each day will have larger prizes. NEW! This year we’ll have prizes from partner organizations included in the large eggs. We will also be hiding 30 small golden eggs each day with a Virginia Zoo trading card prize! \n\n\n\nSmall eggs will be hidden in the Zoo throughout the day\, expanding the time that people can find them. All the large eggs will be hidden before the Zoo opens for the day. \n\n\n\nRules and Guidelines\n\n\n\n\nTen (10) golden eggs will be hidden across the publicly accessible areas throughout the Zoo. \n\nTwo (2) of these eggs will have BIG prizes. The big prizes of the day are as follows:\n\nONE NBG Family Four Pack\,  The Mariners’ Museum and ParkⓇ Family Fun Pack\, and Elation Brewing Sticker/Coupon\n\n\n\nONE Virginia Zoo Household Plus Membership \n\n\n\n\n\nEight (8) of the large eggs will contain Virginia Zoo Prize Packs which include a Virginia Zoo drawstring bag\, 2 Virginia Zoo sticker sheets (including our special edition 125th anniversary stickers)\, a Virginia Zoo pencil pouch with supplies\, a Virginia Zoo trading card\, and a Virginia Zoo trading card deck box.\n\n\n\n\n\nThirty (30) small golden eggs (also hidden across the publicly accessible areas throughout the Zoo) will contain a Virginia Zoo trading card prize.\n\n\n\nOnce your family finds a golden egg\, go to the Membership Office to celebrate. Please be sure to only redeem one golden egg per family.\n\n\n\nEggs are available on a first come first serve basis only. Starting at 9:30am. Check signage in the Fountain Plaza for status of egg hunt.\n\n\n\nGood luck and happy egg hunting!
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/golden-egg-hunt-5/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T112717
CREATED:20260330T170535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T124254Z
UID:42400-1776506400-1776513600@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Conservation Clean-Up
DESCRIPTION:Make a positive impact in your local community by volunteering with the Virginia Zoo to keep our environment and city parks beautiful. Participating in one of these clean-ups will grant free entry to the Virginia Zoo on May 16\, 2026 for our Party for the Planet event.  \n\n\n\nHow: Sign up as an Episodic Volunteer through our Better Impact system. Once approved you will have the opportunity to sign up for the shift. Please allow 2-3 days for system update. \n\n\n\nWhen: April 18 from 10am – 12pm \n\n\n\nWhere: Lambert’s Point Park \n\n\n\n\nSign Up Here!
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/conservation-clean-up-2/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T112717
CREATED:20260122T140006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T140009Z
UID:41419-1776510000-1776511800@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Zoo Tales
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our popular story-time program\, Zoo Tales! Each week features two new stories and an animal encounter with a zoo animal ambassador\, all related to a changing monthly theme!  \n\n\n\nSee signs posted in the Zoo’s Fountain Plaza to find out the location of Zoo Tales on the day of your visit. Free with general admission. \n\n\n\nTheme: Colors & Shapes
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/zoo-tales-57/
CATEGORIES:Education
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T112717
CREATED:20250328T183032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T180346Z
UID:36754-1776591000-1776614400@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Golden Egg Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Click here to see the full list of available prizes!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvery Saturday and Sunday there will be 10 large golden eggs hidden throughout the Zoo. All eggs will have a Virginia Zoo prize pack but 2 eggs each day will have larger prizes. NEW! This year we’ll have prizes from partner organizations included in the large eggs. We will also be hiding 30 small golden eggs each day with a Virginia Zoo trading card prize! \n\n\n\nSmall eggs will be hidden in the Zoo throughout the day\, expanding the time that people can find them. All the large eggs will be hidden before the Zoo opens for the day. \n\n\n\nRules and Guidelines\n\n\n\n\nTen (10) golden eggs will be hidden across the publicly accessible areas throughout the Zoo. \n\nTwo (2) of these eggs will have BIG prizes. The big prizes of the day are as follows:\n\nONE MOCA Household Membership\, Elation Brewing Sticker Coupon\n\n\n\nONE spot in 2027 Safari Camp\n\n\n\n\n\nEight (8) of the large eggs will contain Virginia Zoo Prize Packs which include a Virginia Zoo drawstring bag\, 2 Virginia Zoo sticker sheets (including our special edition 125th anniversary stickers)\, a Virginia Zoo pencil pouch with supplies\, a Virginia Zoo trading card\, and a Virginia Zoo trading card deck box.\n\n\n\n\n\nThirty (30) small golden eggs (also hidden across the publicly accessible areas throughout the Zoo) will contain a Virginia Zoo trading card prize.\n\n\n\nOnce your family finds a golden egg\, go to the Membership Office to celebrate. Please be sure to only redeem one golden egg per family.\n\n\n\nEggs are available on a first come first serve basis only. Starting at 9:30am. Check signage in the Fountain Plaza for status of egg hunt.\n\n\n\nGood luck and happy egg hunting!
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/golden-egg-hunt-8/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T112717
CREATED:20260121T174325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T174327Z
UID:41352-1776596400-1776598200@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-25/
CATEGORIES:Education
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T143000
DTSTAMP:20260405T112717
CREATED:20260323T185942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T194054Z
UID:42259-1776603600-1776609000@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Habitat Heroes - Native Plant Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Sign Up Here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInterested guests are invited to join us for an Introduction to Designing with Native Plants—a beginner-friendly workshop where you’ll learn how to create a sustainable\, low-maintenance landscape that supports local wildlife and thrives in the Hampton Roads environment. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn This Workshop\, You Will Learn:\n\n\n\n\n The benefits of using native plants in your garden\,\n\n\n\n How to assess your landscape and choose the right plants\,\n\n\n\n Design principles to create a beautiful and functional garden\,\n\n\n\nTips for sustainable gardening practices.\n\n\n\nHandouts will be provided to take home and reinforce what you learn.\n\n\n\n\nBonus! Take home a native plant to add to your landscape! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails:\n\n\n\nWhere: Virginia Zoo’s World of Reptiles Classroom. Program participants will meet in front of the Zoo 10 minutes before class start time.When: 🌿 3/31 – 6pm🌿 4/19 – 1pm🌿 5/12 – 6pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhy Attend? \n\n\n\nWhether you’re starting from scratch or enhancing an existing garden\, this workshop will provide you with the knowledge and confidence to design a landscape that’s both beautiful and environmentally friendly. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCost: \n\n\n\nThis workshop costs $5 per person. Registration is required.  \n\n\n\nPlease note: This workshop is designed with adult learners in mind. The content may be more advanced than what younger participants typically engage with\, and seating is limited to a total capacity of 20 people. We encourage families to use their own judgment about whether the material will be a good fit for their children when purchasing them a ticket. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSign Up Here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you sign up and are no longer able to attend\, please let us know so that we can open the spot to another. Space is limited. Sign up now to secure your place and begin your journey towards being a wildlife Habitat Hero! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCourse Instructor: Trista Imrich is the owner and fearless leader of Wild Works of Whimsy and Southern Branch Nursery. A Navy veteran (Surface Warfare Officer)\, this Ohio native has a Master of Science in Environmental Policy and Management and brings her unique perspective on landscape design and native planting to Hampton Roads. Trista has extensive experience with the Virginia Conservation Assistance Program (VCAP)\, Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area (CBPA) requirements\, and mitigation projects\, including living shorelines\, rain gardens\, infiltration trenches\, and conservation landscaping. She is a Virginia Certified Horticulturist (VCH)\, a Designer (VSLD-certified)\, and a Level 2 Chesapeake Bay Landscape Professional in design and installation (CBLP-ID). Trista contributed to creating and editing the “Native Plants for Southeast Virginia” guide and is an active advocate for sustainable practices in the region. She frequently speaks at events\, garden clubs\, and community groups\, sharing her passion for native plants and practical insights into sustainable landscaping.
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/native-plant-workshop-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T112717
CREATED:20260121T144933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T153447Z
UID:41239-1776942000-1776943800@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Zoo Tales
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our popular story-time program\, Zoo Tales! Each week features two new stories and an animal encounter with a zoo animal ambassador\, all related to a changing monthly theme!  \n\n\n\nSee signs posted in the Zoo’s Fountain Plaza to find out the location of Zoo Tales on the day of your visit. Free with general admission. \n\n\n\nTheme: Colors & Shapes
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/zoo-tales-52/
CATEGORIES:Education
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T112717
CREATED:20250328T182203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T130612Z
UID:36742-1777109400-1777132800@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Golden Egg Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Click here to see the full list of available prizes!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvery Saturday and Sunday there will be 10 large golden eggs hidden throughout the Zoo. All eggs will have a Virginia Zoo prize pack but 2 eggs each day will have larger prizes. NEW! This year we’ll have prizes from partner organizations included in the large eggs. We will also be hiding 30 small golden eggs each day with a Virginia Zoo trading card prize! \n\n\n\nSmall eggs will be hidden in the Zoo throughout the day\, expanding the time that people can find them. All the large eggs will be hidden before the Zoo opens for the day. \n\n\n\nRules and Guidelines\n\n\n\n\nTen (10) golden eggs will be hidden across the publicly accessible areas throughout the Zoo. \n\nTwo (2) of these eggs will have BIG prizes. The big prizes of the day are as follows:\n\nONE Hermitage Household Plus Museum Membership\, 2 Sunset Tickets to the Hermitage Museum\, and Elation Brewing Sticker/Coupon\n\n\n\nONE Virginia Zoo Anniversary Zoodoption and 125th Anniversary Prize Pack\n\n\n\n\n\nEight (8) of the large eggs will contain Virginia Zoo Prize Packs which include a Virginia Zoo drawstring bag\, 2 Virginia Zoo sticker sheets (including our special edition 125th anniversary stickers)\, a Virginia Zoo pencil pouch with supplies\, a Virginia Zoo trading card\, and a Virginia Zoo trading card deck box.\n\n\n\n\n\nThirty (30) small golden eggs (also hidden across the publicly accessible areas throughout the Zoo) will contain a Virginia Zoo trading card prize.\n\n\n\nOnce your family finds a golden egg\, go to the Membership Office to celebrate. Please be sure to only redeem one golden egg per family.\n\n\n\nEggs are available on a first come first serve basis only. Starting at 9:30am. Check signage in the Fountain Plaza for status of egg hunt.\n\n\n\nGood luck and happy egg hunting!
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/golden-egg-hunt-6/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T112717
CREATED:20260309T202437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T142410Z
UID:42072-1777109400-1777132800@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:25 on the 25th
DESCRIPTION:The Virginia Zoo is celebrating our 125th anniversary all throughout 2026. Check out our exciting deals and activities listed below that showcase how we’re celebrating!  \n\n\n\nDeals are exclusive to the 25th of each month and available in person only. \n\n\n\n\n25% off admission tickets \n\n\n\n$125 Two-Adult Household Memberships \n\n\n\n$1.25 Virginia Zoo Express train rides \n\n\n\n12.5% discount in the Virginia Zoo Gift Shop for all guests\n\n25% discount in the Virginia Zoo Gift Shop for Virginia Zoo Members\n\n\n\n\n\n25% discount in the African Village Restaurant\, excluding alcoholic beverages\n\n\n\nMembers receive a FREE bring-a-friend ticket (automatically applied)\n\n\n\n10am – 2pm: Trading Card Swap \n\nDo you have duplicate trading cards from your Zoo visits\, or are you looking to find the rarest trading cards? Visit us for our Trading Card Swap for your chance to collect them all! \n\n\n\n\n\nMission Engagement Activities\n\n10 am: Zoo History Chat at the Goat Yard\n\n\n\n11 a.m.: Zoo History Walking Tour (meet in Fountain Plaza)\n\n\n\n1:30 pm: Zoo History Chat in the Fountain Plaza\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick here to get your tickets!
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/25-on-the-25th-4/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T112717
CREATED:20250328T182406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T123705Z
UID:36745-1777195800-1777219200@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Golden Egg Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Click here to see the full list of available prizes!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvery Saturday and Sunday there will be 10 large golden eggs hidden throughout the Zoo. All eggs will have a Virginia Zoo prize pack but 2 eggs each day will have larger prizes. NEW! This year we’ll have prizes from partner organizations included in the large eggs. We will also be hiding 30 small golden eggs each day with a Virginia Zoo trading card prize! \n\n\n\nSmall eggs will be hidden in the Zoo throughout the day\, expanding the time that people can find them. All the large eggs will be hidden before the Zoo opens for the day. \n\n\n\nRules and Guidelines\n\n\n\n\nTen (10) golden eggs will be hidden across the publicly accessible areas throughout the Zoo. \n\nTwo (2) of these eggs will have BIG prizes. The big prizes of the day are as follows:\n\nONE Chrysler Museum Hot Glass Class for 2 Certificate and Elation Brewing Sticker/Coupon\n\n\n\nONE 4-pack of Zoo Tickets + 4 meal vouchers + 4 Virginia Zoo Express train rides \n\n\n\n\n\nEight (8) of the large eggs will contain Virginia Zoo Prize Packs which include a Virginia Zoo drawstring bag\, 2 Virginia Zoo sticker sheets (including our special edition 125th anniversary stickers)\, a Virginia Zoo pencil pouch with supplies\, a Virginia Zoo trading card\, and a Virginia Zoo trading card deck box.\n\n\n\n\n\nThirty (30) small golden eggs (also hidden across the publicly accessible areas throughout the Zoo) will contain a Virginia Zoo trading card prize.\n\n\n\nOnce your family finds a golden egg\, go to the Membership Office to celebrate. Please be sure to only redeem one golden egg per family.\n\n\n\nEggs are available on a first come first serve basis only. Starting at 9:30am. Check signage in the Fountain Plaza for status of egg hunt.\n\n\n\nGood luck and happy egg hunting!
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/golden-egg-hunt-7/
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T112717
CREATED:20260330T171911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T124611Z
UID:42402-1777197600-1777204800@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Conservation Clean-Up
DESCRIPTION:Make a positive impact in your local community by volunteering with the Virginia Zoo to keep our environment and city parks beautiful. Participating in one of these clean-ups will grant free entry to the Virginia Zoo on May 16\, 2026 for our Party for the Planet event.  \n\n\n\nHow: Sign up as an Episodic Volunteer through our Better Impact system. Once approved you will have the opportunity to sign up for the shift. Please allow 2-3 days for system update. \n\n\n\nWhen: April 26 from 10am – 12pm \n\n\n\nWhere: Community Beach Park \n\n\n\n\nSign Up Here!
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/conservation-clean-up-3/
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