SOLD OUT! Gather your besties or your Valentine for the Zoo’s first ever walking brunch event! Held indoors at our World of Reptiles Exhibit, this event is both educational and fun for anyone 21+ looking for a unique Valentine's Day experience. Learn some amazing animal facts while enjoying food, games and more! Plus, don't miss […]
The Virginia Zoo will be closed on February 29, 2024 for staff training. Public admission will not be available. We apologize for the inconvenience!
Zoo Members visiting the Norfolk Botanical Garden: 🌷 Virginia Zoo members who visit Norfolk Botanical Garden will receive free admission for up to 6 guests total depending on membership level. Not valid for special events and education programs. Please follow the instructions and use the promo code in the email from the Virginia Zoo to […]
Join us on March 6th for Homeschool Day at the Virginia Zoo! From 10am-2pm, we will bring learning to life with animal chats and encounters throughout the Zoo. This event is included with admission and does not require special registration. Please present notice to staff at ticket booth or tell them of exemption at time […]
Geremiah DelValle is a 15-year-old teen author who wrote his book, Lands of Scientia in middle school at the age of 11. He has a love for science and literature, so he loves to speak about his book to encourage the joy of reading. This page-turner will keep readers waiting to see if the Freedom […]
SOLD OUT! Breakfast with the Animals is your opportunity to rise, shine, and dine with your favorite Zoo residents. This exclusive access event gets you in before we open to the general public to enjoy a leisurely morning of snacking, strolling, learning, and seeing how morning meals are made on the wild side! A variety […]
Interested in learning more about our animals, habitats, and Zoo conservation? Join us for a free, guided 60-minute tour at 10 am led by Education staff every Wednesday. The topics will change each week, but all tours will incorporate themes of Connection, Care, and Community as they relate to Zoo conservation. Space is limited and […]
During times of high volume, The Virginia Zoo requires tickets to be reserved in advance. From March 30, 2024 to April 7, 2024, timed-entry tickets will be required for general admission AND Zoo members. Member tickets are free but must be reserved in advance. Tickets will not be available at the gate, with the exception […]
The Virginia Zoo is home to many amazing animals…you may even call them magical! Join your fellow witches and wizards in becoming Spectacular Species Protectors as we explore the secret side of these fantastic creatures and learn all about their non-magic counterparts. It’s sure to cast a spell on you! Learn more and sign up […]
Zoo Members visiting the Mariners' Museum and Park: ⚓️ The Mariner's Museum and Park welcomes 2 adults and up to 4 minor children with Zoo membership to visit. ⚓️ Members receive a 10% discount on purchases from the Museum Shop. ⚓️ Explore the Noland Trail. This five-mile shoreline loop offers a variety of route options […]
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