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 theme! See 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 […]

Paint Pink Fundraiser

As we enter the season of giving, join the Virginia Zoo in supporting local cancer patients through our partnership with local nonprofit Paint Pink. 🎨🩷 Paint Pink was founded by Kim Keene, the late partner of one of the Virginia Zoo’s Board of Directors dedicated members. “Paint Pink’s mission is to support local cancer patients […]

Veterans Day

On November 11th only, we’re offering a Buy One, Get One Free admission ticket for all Veterans! Spend the day at the Zoo with a friend or family member as our way of saying thank you for your service. Just present a valid military ID or other qualifying document at the Ticket Booth to redeem […]

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 theme! See 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 […]

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 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! […]

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 theme! See 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 […]

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 theme! See 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 […]

Giving ZooDay

Choose your team! TODAY is Giving Tuesday, or Giving ZooDay, as we like to call it in the animal kingdom. 😉 This Giving ZooDay, the Virginia Zoo is asking for your support in raising $5,000! Every dollar given today will go towards the Zoo's Keeper Fund, which provides enrichment for our animals and educational opportunities […]

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 theme! See 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 […]

Train Rides with Santa

Climb aboard the Virginia Zoo Holiday Express to savor the magic of the holiday season and take a *photo with Santa! Holiday train rides will be offered throughout December from 11am-2pm, weather permitting.** *Photos with Santa included with price of train ride. Photos are self-serve.**Train cannot operate below 45 degrees. Train rides are $3 and […]