• 25 on the 25th

    The Virginia Zoo is celebrating our 125th anniversary all throughout 2026. Check out our exciting deals and activities listed below that showcase how we're celebrating! Deals are exclusive to the […]

  • 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 […]

  • Member Night – A Look Behind the Scenes

    At “A Look Behind the Scenes” on June 25th, members of all ages can learn directly from our dedicated staff about how we provide outstanding care for our animals! But […]

  • Member Mornings

    Virginia Zoo Members get to spend extra time at the Zoo with Member Mornings on Saturdays and Sundays from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. Members get into the […]

  • 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 […]

  • Membership Swap: Nauticus

    During the month of July, Virginia Zoo members receive free general admission to Nauticus!

  • 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 […]

  • Member Mornings

    Virginia Zoo Members get to spend extra time at the Zoo with Member Mornings on Saturdays and Sundays from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. Members get into the […]

  • 4th of July at the Virginia Zoo

    Celebrate the 4th of July and the 250th anniversary of the United States at the Virginia Zoo!  Our Fountain Plaza splash pad will be open for kids to play in, […]

  • 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 […]