• 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 […]

  • Membership Swap: Great Bridge Battlefield & Waterways Museum

    For December, Virginia Zoo members can enjoy local history with complimentary admission to the Great Bridge Battlefield & Waterways Museum. Explore the trails and visit the museum. Also, members can enjoy the traveling exhibit, “American Revolution Experience.”  To receive membership swap benefits, present your membership card or the confirmation email from your purchase (showing valid adult names and […]

  • CyBEAR Monday

    Take advantage of our "beary" best deals of the season that make perfect gifts for people of all ages! Whodoptions Physical Zoodoption Packages Gift of Memberships Behind-the-Scenes Tours Gift of Tickets Safari Camp

  • Giving ZooDay

    TODAY is Giving Tuesday, or Giving ZooDay, as we like to call it in the animal kingdom. 😉 This Giving ZooDay, help us raise $5,000 in 24 hours! On Giving ZooDay, you're not just a donor, you're a superhero for wildlife! You're stepping up to shield endangered species, nurture the next generation of planet caretakers, […]