• Wild Tykes

    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 […]

  • Zoo Tales

    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 […]

  • Membership Swap: My Gym Children’s Fitness Center

    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! […]

  • Zoo Tales

    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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • Wild Babies

    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 […]

  • Zoo Tales

    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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • Veteran’s Day

    Update: Due to low forecasted temperatures, the Virginia Zoo Express train will be closed on Tuesday, November 11. Veterans can receive a voucher for a future free train ride in […]