• 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 […]

  • Adult Night

    Have you been missing the golden age of gaming? 👾 Well, it’s time to level up by joining us for Adult Night: Game On on Saturday, March 21 from 5pm-8pm at the Virginia Zoo!   Consider us your Game Master on all things retro games! From tabletop 🎲 and cards 🃏, to game shows and video […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • Sensory Friendly Morning

    Join us as we partner with Autism Society Tidewater Virginia, Complete the Puzzle, and Destination Family Services to provide guests of all abilities and needs, along with their families, the opportunity to visit the Virginia Zoo in a less overwhelming environment. On this special date and time we will provide stress-free activities for your Zoo visit through adapted programs […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • Spring Break

    Planning a Hampton Roads staycation for spring break this year? Here’s what to know before making your plans to visit the Virginia Zoo!  This year, advanced reservation tickets will NOT be required, however anyone that reserves their tickets online before arriving at the Zoo will receive $2 off admission. **Individuals with a disability recognized by […]

  • 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 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 […]