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 […]

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 […]

Fall Mornings

Enjoy a drink and a bite to eat from local coffee trucks as you stroll through the Zoo on Sunday mornings, all fall long! A coffee truck will be on grounds from 9:30am – 12:00 pm. They will be located in the Fountain Plaza. Coffee Truck ($)

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 […]

Veteran’s Day

Update: Due to low forecasted temperatures, the Virginia Zoo Express train will be closed on Tuesday, November 11. Veterans can receive a voucher for a future free train ride in the Gift Shop, as well as 10% off their purchase. To celebrate Veteran's Day, the Virginia Zoo Express will be offering free train rides to […]

Member Perk: Wild Wednesday

Wednesdays are wild in the African Village Restaurant! Zoo members can enjoy a special-priced lunch for just $10, which includes a meal and a 16oz fountain drink, as we test new items on the menu. Please present your valid membership card and photo ID at the time of purchase.

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 […]

Member Perk: Wild Wednesday

Wednesdays are wild in the African Village Restaurant! Zoo members can enjoy a special-priced lunch for just $10, which includes a meal and a 16oz fountain drink, as we test new items on the menu. Please present your valid membership card and photo ID at the time of purchase.

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 […]

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 […]