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  • Canceled Wild Tykes (CANCELED)

    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. 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 […]

  • Little Zoo

    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 […]

  • Virginia Zoo Express Reopening Birthday Celebration

    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. Please note the Virginia Zoo Express is currently undergoing maintenance and will not be running during […]

  • Membership Swap: Nauticus and the Norfolk Botanical Garden

    Virginia Zoo Members can explore local treasures Nauticus and the Norfolk Botanical Garden for free during the month of September. Please 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! Virginia Zoo members visiting Nauticus: […]

  • Fall Mornings

    Enjoy a drink and a bite to eat from local coffee trucks as you stroll through the Zoo on Sunday mornings, all fall long! A coffee truck will be on grounds from 9:30am – 12:00 pm. They will be located in the Fountain Plaza. Coffee Truck ($)

  • Fall Mornings

    Enjoy a drink and a bite to eat from local coffee trucks as you stroll through the Zoo on Sunday mornings, all fall long! A coffee truck will be on grounds from 9:30am – 12:00 pm. They will be located in the Fountain Plaza. Coffee Truck ($)

  • Member Perks Pass

    Starting Wednesday, October 1 until Tuesday December 30 the more you visit, the more you earn! View 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.

  • Fall Mornings

    Enjoy a drink and a bite to eat from local coffee trucks as you stroll through the Zoo on Sunday mornings, all fall long! A coffee truck will be on grounds from 9:30am – 12:00 pm. They will be located in the Fountain Plaza. Coffee Truck ($)

  • Fall Mornings

    Enjoy a drink and a bite to eat from local coffee trucks as you stroll through the Zoo on Sunday mornings, all fall long! A coffee truck will be on grounds from 9:30am – 12:00 pm. They will be located in the Fountain Plaza. Coffee Truck ($)

  • Fall Mornings

    Enjoy a drink and a bite to eat from local coffee trucks as you stroll through the Zoo on Sunday mornings, all fall long! A coffee truck will be on grounds from 9:30am – 12:00 pm. They will be located in the Fountain Plaza. Coffee Truck ($)