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Golden Egg Hunt

Join us for an exclusive Golden Egg Hunt at the Zoo on Saturdays and Sundays throughout April! As a valued guest, you and your family are invited to participate in this exciting event where golden eggs will be hidden throughout the park in areas accessible to guests. Each egg contains a special prize, so don't miss out on the fun! […]

Golden Egg Hunt

Join us for an exclusive Golden Egg Hunt at the Zoo on Saturdays and Sundays throughout April! As a valued guest, you and your family are invited to participate in this exciting event where golden eggs will be hidden throughout the park in areas accessible to guests. Each egg contains a special prize, so don't miss out on the fun! […]

Golden Egg Hunt

Join us for an exclusive Golden Egg Hunt at the Zoo on Saturdays and Sundays throughout April! As a valued guest, you and your family are invited to participate in this exciting event where golden eggs will be hidden throughout the park in areas accessible to guests. Each egg contains a special prize, so don't miss out on the fun! […]

Native Plant Workshop- Members Only

Virginia Zoo Members 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. We are thrilled to provide this workshop to Virginia Zoo Members Only for FREE as part […]

Bike Night

Tire-d of your same-old cycling route? 🚲 Put those pedals to the metal and gear up for a wild, after-hours ride at the Virginia Zoo! Cruise through the Zoo on designated paths, listen to our DJ spin dance-worthy tracks, take a break to walk the animal trails, and meet local bike vendors that can help […]

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! […]

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 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 […]

Free Mother’s Day Train Rides

To celebrate all the amazing mothers in our community, this Mother's Day we are offering free train rides on the Virginia Zoo Express to all moms, grandmothers or mother-figures! Valid on Mother's Day, May 11, 2025 only.

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! […]

Party for the Planet

Celebrate Earth Day the WILD way by joining our Party for the Planet! 🥳 🌎 Get inspired to take environmental action not just on Earth Day, but every day. Greet Animal Ambassadors, purchase stunning plants from our horticulture staff, become a Habitat Hero, participate in a native plant giveaway, prepare browse enrichment for our animals, […]