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SUMMARY:Member Night - A Look Behind the Scenes
DESCRIPTION: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 this event isn’t just educational – you’ll also get the chance to ride the Virginia Zoo Express 🚂 for free\, enjoy an evening exploration of the Zoo\, access free bounce houses\, and more!   \n\n\n\nNo advanced reservations are required\, but attendees must show their Member ID upon arrival. Gates will open at 5pm and the event ends at 8pm. The event will take place rain or shine.   \n\n\n\n\nBECOME A MEMBER\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nActivities\n\n\n\n($) = for an additional cost \n\n\n\n\n5 – 5:30pm: Animal Ambassador Greeters\n\n\n\n5 – 7:30pm: Animal Trails and Goat Yard Open\n\n\n\n5 – 7:45pm: FREE Virginia Zoo Express Train Rides \n\n\n\n5:30 – 8pm: Behind-the-Scenes Open House\n\n\n\n5:30- 6pm: Vet Chat Meet & Greet with new vet\, Dr. Arin\, at the Animal Wellness Campus\n\n\n\nFREE Bounce House Access\n\n\n\nDiet Kitchen Tours\n\n\n\nTrading Card \n\n\n\nSpinning & Weaving Demos with the Coastal Virginia Weavers \n\n\n\nAnimal Art Silent Auction in the Event Pavilion\n\n\n\nSubmit your memories table\n\nShare your Virginia Zoo memories with us for a chance to be featured in our 125th anniversary time capsule.\n\n\n\n\n\nCommunity Organizations\n\nVirginia MOCA \n\n\n\nNorfolk Botanical Gardens\n\n\n\n\n\nVirginia Zoo Gift Shop ($)\n\n25% off for 25 on the 25th \n\n\n\n\n\nFairy Hair by The Fairy Hair Company ($)\n\n\n\nFace Painting by Artfully Yours Face Painting ($)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFood & Drinks (extra cost)\n\n\n\n\n5 – 7:45pm: African Village Restaurant open \n\n25% off full menu for 25 on the 25th \n\n\n\nFree water station \n\n\n\n\n\n5 – 7:45pm: Mini Melts open\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Reminders\n\n\n\n\nAs an outdoor venue\, events are rain or shine unless otherwise indicated. If any changes are made\, an announcement via an email to our members and/or ticket holders and on the Virginia Zoo social media channels will be issued prior the event.\n\n\n\nThe Zoo is a smoke-free facility; no smoking is allowed inside the Zoo. This also includes e-cigarettes and vaping. Inability to follow this rule will result in dismissal from Zoo grounds without a refund.\n\n\n\nBy attending\, you agree to abide by the Virginia Zoo’s Rules & Policies.
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/member-night/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T083000
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CREATED:20240305T200246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T202627Z
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SUMMARY:Member Mornings
DESCRIPTION: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 Zoo an hour early when there’s plenty of parking\, the weather is cooler\, and there’s a better chance of seeing the animals being active and eating their breakfasts! \n\n\n\nMembers can enter the Zoo between 8:30 – 9:30 am on these weekends. Become a Member today to take advantage of this perk! \n\n\n\nA coffee truck will be on grounds from 8:30 – 11:00 am in the Fountain Plaza.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCoffee Trucks ($)\n\n\n\n\nJune 27: Mello Beans ($)\n\n\n\nJune 28: Glazed & Infuzed ($)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBecome a member!
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/member-mornings-6/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T103000
DTSTAMP:20260531T065417
CREATED:20260121T181121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T144228Z
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SUMMARY:Wild Tykes
DESCRIPTION: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! See signs posted in the Zoo’s Fountain Plaza to find out the location of activities on the day of your visit. Free with General Admission. \n\n\n\nTheme: Farmers
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/wild-tykes-8/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T113000
DTSTAMP:20260531T065417
CREATED:20250506T181311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T161215Z
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SUMMARY:Zoo Tales
DESCRIPTION: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!  \n\n\n\nSee 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 admission. \n\n\n\nTheme: Sunny Summer
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/zoo-tales-14/
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260705T093000
DTSTAMP:20260531T065417
CREATED:20240305T200411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T202800Z
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SUMMARY:Member Mornings
DESCRIPTION: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 Zoo an hour early when there’s plenty of parking\, the weather is cooler\, and there’s a better chance of seeing the animals being active and eating their breakfasts! \n\n\n\nMembers can enter the Zoo between 8:30 – 9:30 am on these weekends. Become a Member today to take advantage of this perk! \n\n\n\nA coffee truck will be on grounds from 8:30 – 11:00 am in the Fountain Plaza.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCoffee Trucks ($)\n\n\n\n\nJuly 4: Donut NV ($)\n\n\n\nJuly 5: Buzz Stop ($)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBecome a member!
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/member-mornings-7/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260706T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260706T113000
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CREATED:20260323T134404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T134407Z
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SUMMARY:Little Zoo
DESCRIPTION: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 the Zoo’s Fountain Plaza to find out the location of Little Zoo on the day of your visit. Free with general admission.
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/little-zoo-42/
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260707T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260707T104500
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CREATED:20250403T134944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T185233Z
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SUMMARY:Wild Babies
DESCRIPTION: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 0-4 year olds and their guardians although older children will be welcome. Wild Babies will involve elements of nature and social development including but not limited to story time\, short “hikes”\, and an animal encounter.  \n\n\n\nThese programs will be located in one of our classrooms. Please check signs in Fountain Plaza on the day of the event.  \n\n\n\nTheme: Sunny Summer
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/wild-babies-3/
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T113000
DTSTAMP:20260531T065417
CREATED:20250506T181401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T161316Z
UID:37177-1783594800-1783596600@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Zoo Tales
DESCRIPTION: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!  \n\n\n\nSee 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 admission. \n\n\n\nTheme: Sunny Summer
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/zoo-tales-16/
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T093000
DTSTAMP:20260531T065417
CREATED:20240305T200516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T164352Z
UID:33507-1783758600-1783762200@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Member Mornings
DESCRIPTION: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 Zoo an hour early when there’s plenty of parking\, the weather is cooler\, and there’s a better chance of seeing the animals being active and eating their breakfasts! \n\n\n\nMembers can enter the Zoo between 8:30 – 9:30 am on these weekends. Become a Member today to take advantage of this perk! \n\n\n\nA coffee truck will be on grounds from 8:30 – 11:00 am in the Fountain Plaza.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCoffee Trucks ($)\n\n\n\n\nJuly 11: Bear House Coffee ($)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBecome a member!
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/member-mornings-8/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T103000
DTSTAMP:20260531T065417
CREATED:20250506T180357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T181328Z
UID:37151-1783762200-1783765800@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Wild Tykes
DESCRIPTION: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! See signs posted in the Zoo’s Fountain Plaza to find out the location of activities on the day of your visit. Free with General Admission. \n\n\n\nTheme: Sunny Summer
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/wild-tykes-13/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T113000
DTSTAMP:20260531T065417
CREATED:20250506T181336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T201046Z
UID:37175-1783767600-1783769400@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:(RESCHEDULED) Zoo Tales
DESCRIPTION: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!  \n\n\n\nSee 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 admission. \n\n\n\nTheme: Sunny Summer
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/zoo-tales-15/
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260712T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260712T100000
DTSTAMP:20260531T065417
CREATED:20240103T163913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T172635Z
UID:32846-1783843200-1783850400@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Breakfast with the Animals
DESCRIPTION:Purchase tickets here!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReady and roaring to go to the Zoo on the weekend\, but hoping to beat the summer heat? Join us for Breakfast with the Animals – an opportunity to rise\, shine and dine with your favorite Zoo residents during the coolest part of the day! \n\n\n\nFlock to the Zoo with your fellow early birds and catch exclusive access to the trails before we open to the general public. Gobble down *NEW* grab-and-go breakfast options\, migrate to your favorite animals’ habitat\, get a bird’s eye view of how morning meals are made on the wild side\, and chirp with Keepers to ask them your burning questions at Keeper Chats.  \n\n\n\nGates open at 8am and close at 9:30am. The Zoo will have a delayed opening to the public at 10am. All day admission is included with your ticket. Event takes place rain or shine! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nActivities\n\n\n\n\nKeeper Chat Schedule \n\n8 – 8:30am: Animal Ambassador Greeters \n\n\n\n8:15am: Sheep Encounter in the Outdoor Classroom area \n\n\n\n8:30am: ZooFarm Keeper Chat \n\n\n\n8:45am: Diet Kitchen Chat at the Animal Wellness Campus \n\n\n\n9am: World of Reptiles Conservatory Keeper Chat \n\n\n\n9am: Malayan Tiger Keeper Chat \n\n\n\n9:15am: Slender-Tailed Meerkat Keeper Chat\n\n\n\n9:15am: Siamese Crocodile Keeper Chat \n\n\n\n9:30am: Mock Vet Exam \n\n\n\n9:45am: Africa Keeper Chat \n\n\n\n9:45am: World of Reptiles Keeper Chat \n\n\n\n\n\nAnimal Wellness Activities\n\nFood Sorting: Not all food is the same. Sort food into different categories and learn more about healthy diets! \n\n\n\nVeterinarian Play: Explore the tools vets use to monitor animal health! \n\n\n\nDiet Matching: Animals can have a wide variety of different diets and be described as carnivores insectivores\, herbivores\, or omnivores. Can you match the animal to their diet? \n\n\n\n\n\nBird Friendly® Coffee Activity: Learn what makes coffee more bird friendly! \n\n\n\nMaster Gardeners will be in attendance to share how guests can successfully garden in an urban environment to increase their access to healthy foods! \n\n\n\nSubmit your memories table\n\nShare your Virginia Zoo memories with us for a chance to be featured in our 125th anniversary time capsule.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFood & Drink\n\n\n\n\nFood Truck: Donut NV ($)\n\n\n\n*NEW THIS YEAR* Mimosa & Bloody Mary Bar \n\nBloody Mary – $10 \n\n\n\nMimosa – $6 \n\n\n\n\n\nAfrican Village Restaurant opens at 10:30am ($)\n\n\n\nBeastro opens at 11am ($) \n\n\n\nMini Melts opens at 11am ($) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n💲Ticket Prices💲\n\n\n\nEach ticket includes various breakfast foods\, exclusive access to animal’s morning routines\, and all-day Zoo admission. \n\n\n\nTickets on sale to Zoo Members starting 5/29 and to the general public starting 6/5. \n\n\n\n🍎 Member Adult: $11  \n\n\n\n🍎 Member Child: $11 \n\n\n\n🍎 Non-Member Adult: $27  \n\n\n\n🍎 Non-Member Child: $24 \n\n\n\n\nPurchase tickets here!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Reminders\n\n\n\n\nLimited number of tickets available. Advance ticket sales end when sold out (get yours early!). If tickets remain on the day of the event\, gate sales may be limited to credit card transactions only. \n\n\n\nTickets are non-refundable\, and all sales are final. If a ticket holder is unable to attend the event\, the purchase will be considered a donation. If the Virginia Zoo cancels or reschedules an event\, tickets will automatically transfer to the next event in the series when applicable. Guests unable to attend the new date may request a refund within a communicated timeframe. If no additional event is scheduled\, tickets will be automatically refunded.\n\n\n\nAs an outdoor venue\, events are rain or shine unless otherwise indicated. Event updates will be shared via the Virginia Zoo website\, email\, and\, social media channels whenever possible prior to the event.\n\n\n\nThe Zoo is a smoke-free facility; no smoking is allowed inside the Zoo. This also includes e-cigarettes and vaping. Inability to follow this rule will result in dismissal from Zoo grounds without a refund.\n\n\n\nBy purchasing an event ticket\, you agree to abide by the Virginia Zoo’s Rules & Policies.
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/breakfast-with-the-animals/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260713T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260713T113000
DTSTAMP:20260531T065417
CREATED:20260121T175211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T175213Z
UID:41372-1783940400-1783942200@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Little Zoo
DESCRIPTION: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 the Zoo’s Fountain Plaza to find out the location of Little Zoo on the day of your visit. Free with general admission.
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/little-zoo-33/
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T113000
DTSTAMP:20260531T065417
CREATED:20250506T181425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T161347Z
UID:37179-1784199600-1784201400@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Zoo Tales
DESCRIPTION: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!  \n\n\n\nSee 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 admission. \n\n\n\nTheme: Sunny Summer
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/zoo-tales-17/
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T093000
DTSTAMP:20260531T065417
CREATED:20240305T200548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T203043Z
UID:33509-1784363400-1784453400@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Member Mornings
DESCRIPTION: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 Zoo an hour early when there’s plenty of parking\, the weather is cooler\, and there’s a better chance of seeing the animals being active and eating their breakfasts! \n\n\n\nMembers can enter the Zoo between 8:30 – 9:30 am on these weekends. Become a Member today to take advantage of this perk! \n\n\n\nA coffee truck will be on grounds from 8:30 – 11:00 am in the Fountain Plaza. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCoffee Trucks ($)\n\n\n\n\nJuly 18: Glazed & Infuzed ($)\n\n\n\nJuly 19: Mello Beans ($)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBecome a member!
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/member-mornings-9/
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T113000
DTSTAMP:20260531T065417
CREATED:20260121T150114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T161420Z
UID:41257-1784372400-1784374200@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Zoo Tales
DESCRIPTION: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!  \n\n\n\nSee 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 admission. \n\n\n\nTheme: Sunny Summer
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/zoo-tales-54/
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T200000
DTSTAMP:20260531T065417
CREATED:20240103T164557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T173358Z
UID:32852-1784394000-1784404800@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Adult Night: Summer Camp
DESCRIPTION:Purchase tickets here!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCraving a 90’s summer? Salute your childhood by joining us for a 21+ nostalgic night out at Adult Night: Summer Camp on Saturday\, July 18 from 5-8pm at the Virginia Zoo!  \n\n\n\nAs your Camp Director\, we’ve got the ultimate itinerary planned for you! Get ready for a throwback camp experience with tug of war\, sack races\, volleyball\, beer pong\, bounce houses\, lawn games\, yoga\, local vendors\, and more. Whether you’re feeling competitive or just here for the vibes\, this is your chance to relive camp – minus the bunk beds and bug bites.    \n\n\n\nRefuel with camp-inspired eats\, specialty cocktails\, adult juice pouches\, mocktails and s’mores and all the summer-night nostalgia while exploring the Zoo after hours.   \n\n\n\nOne\, two\, three\, four\, we declare a COLOR WAR! The Virginia Zoo camp teams are: the Red Pandas\, the Orange Bongos\, the Blue Iguanas\, and the Green Parrots. Pick your team at checkout\, and don’t forget to wear your team color on the day of the event.  \n\n\n\nThe only thing scarier than campfire stories is missing your chance to get tickets – so get them before they are gone! \n\n\n\nEvent is Ages 21+ and ALL IDs will be checked before entering. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nActivities\n\n\n\nIncluded with your ticket:\n\n\n\n\n5 – 5:30pm: Animal Ambassador Greeters \n\n\n\n7pm: Scary Tales\, a special edition of Zoo Tales\, at the ZooLive! Stage \n\n\n\nSack Races and Tug of War with Astro Event Company\n\n\n\nBeer Pong (with water) and Volleyball with CLUBWAKA\n\n\n\nBounce House and Bounce Agility Course from Just Jump A Lot\n\n\n\nBeer samples from Elation Brewing \n\n\n\nPop-up class with Sky’s the Limit Yoga\n\n\n\nSubmit your memories table\n\nShare your Virginia Zoo memories with us for a chance to be featured in our 125th anniversary time capsule.\n\n\n\n\n\nCommunity Organizations \n\nTidewater Compost \n\n\n\nNorfolk Kayak \n\n\n\nThe Adventure Park \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAvailable for an additional cost ($):\n\n\n\n\nTinsel Town Fairy Hair \n\n\n\nArtfully Yours Face Painting \n\n\n\nMocktail Bar from Free Life LLC\n\n\n\nVendor Market: \n\nTumbeezy Cookies \n\n\n\nPop.Roxie \n\n\n\nLavender Designs \n\n\n\nS’mores Amore \n\n\n\nxedmade \n\n\n\nStay Weird Vintage \n\n\n\nHuckleberry Handmade \n\n\n\nChalk Dust Dyes\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFood & Drinks ($)\n\n\n\n\nFood Trucks \n\nCast Iron Catering \n\n\n\nChesapeake Concessions\n\n\n\nKona Ice\n\n\n\n\n\nAfrican Village Restaurant open from 5 – 7:45pm serving a limited summer camp themed menu.\n\nMac & Cheese Bites \n\n\n\nFlatbread Pizzas \n\n\n\nChicken Quesadilla with Peppers & Onion served with Sour Cream & Salsa\n\n\n\nAdult Icees with Vodka or Tequila\n\n\n\n\n\nVirginia Zoo Specialty Cocktails (while supplies last): All drinks will be served in a 12 oz. cup\, $10 per drink.\n\nZoo Punch: Bacardi Superior\, Malibu\, Orange Juice\, Pineapple Juice\, Grenadine \n\n\n\nCamp Cooler: Smirnoff Vodka\, Fresh Lemonade Watermelon Pucker\, Sprite \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n💲Ticket Prices💲\n\n\n\nPlease note\, prices may increase as the event date nears\, so don’t wait — early birds get the best deal! \n\n\n\nTickets available to Zoo Members beginning 6/5 and on sale to the public beginning 6/12. \n\n\n\nThis is a 21+ only event. IDs will be checked upon entry.  \n\n\n\n☀️ Member Adult: $13 \n\n\n\n☀️ Non-Member Adult: $28 \n\n\n\n\nPurchase tickets here!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Reminders\n\n\n\n\nLimited number of tickets available. Advance ticket sales end when sold out (get yours early!). If tickets remain on the day of the event\, gate sales may be limited to credit card transactions only. \n\n\n\nTickets are non-refundable\, and all sales are final. If a ticket holder is unable to attend the event\, the purchase will be considered a donation. If the Virginia Zoo cancels or reschedules an event\, tickets will automatically transfer to the next event in the series when applicable. Guests unable to attend the new date may request a refund within a communicated timeframe. If no additional event is scheduled\, tickets will be automatically refunded.\n\n\n\nAs an outdoor venue\, events are rain or shine unless otherwise indicated. Event updates will be shared via the Virginia Zoo website\, email\, and\, social media channels whenever possible prior to the event.\n\n\n\nThe Zoo is a smoke-free facility; no smoking is allowed inside the Zoo. This also includes e-cigarettes and vaping. Inability to follow this rule will result in dismissal from Zoo grounds without a refund.\n\n\n\nBy purchasing an event ticket\, you agree to abide by the Virginia Zoo’s Rules & Policies.
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/adult-night-2/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T113000
DTSTAMP:20260531T065417
CREATED:20260121T175243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T175245Z
UID:41374-1784458800-1784460600@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Little Zoo
DESCRIPTION: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 the Zoo’s Fountain Plaza to find out the location of Little Zoo on the day of your visit. Free with general admission.
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/little-zoo-34/
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T113000
DTSTAMP:20260531T065417
CREATED:20260121T175319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T175322Z
UID:41376-1784545200-1784547000@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Little Zoo
DESCRIPTION: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 the Zoo’s Fountain Plaza to find out the location of Little Zoo on the day of your visit. Free with general admission.
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/little-zoo-35/
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T103000
DTSTAMP:20260531T065417
CREATED:20250506T180523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T181414Z
UID:37153-1784799000-1784802600@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Wild Tykes
DESCRIPTION: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! See signs posted in the Zoo’s Fountain Plaza to find out the location of activities on the day of your visit. Free with General Admission. \n\n\n\nTheme: Sunny Summer
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/wild-tykes-14/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T113000
DTSTAMP:20260531T065417
CREATED:20250506T181450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T161451Z
UID:37181-1784804400-1784806200@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Zoo Tales
DESCRIPTION: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!  \n\n\n\nSee 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 admission. \n\n\n\nTheme: Sunny Summer
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/zoo-tales-18/
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T093000
DTSTAMP:20260531T065417
CREATED:20240305T200620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T203216Z
UID:33511-1784968200-1785058200@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Member Mornings
DESCRIPTION: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 Zoo an hour early when there’s plenty of parking\, the weather is cooler\, and there’s a better chance of seeing the animals being active and eating their breakfasts! \n\n\n\nMembers can enter the Zoo between 8:30 – 9:30 am on these weekends. Become a Member today to take advantage of this perk! \n\n\n\nA coffee truck will be on grounds from 8:30 – 11:00 am in the Fountain Plaza.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCoffee Trucks ($)\n\n\n\n\nJuly 25: Buzz Stop ($)\n\n\n\nJuly 26: Bear House Coffee ($)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBecome a member!
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/member-mornings-10/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T103000
DTSTAMP:20260531T065417
CREATED:20240611T155954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T181505Z
UID:34240-1784971800-1784975400@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Wild Tykes
DESCRIPTION: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! See signs posted in the Zoo’s Fountain Plaza to find out the location of activities on the day of your visit. Free with General Admission. \n\n\n\nTheme: Sunny Summer
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/wild-tykes-5/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260727T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260727T113000
DTSTAMP:20260531T065417
CREATED:20260121T175418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T175419Z
UID:41378-1785150000-1785151800@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Little Zoo
DESCRIPTION: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 the Zoo’s Fountain Plaza to find out the location of Little Zoo on the day of your visit. Free with general admission.
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/little-zoo-36/
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T113000
DTSTAMP:20260531T065417
CREATED:20250506T181512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T161546Z
UID:37183-1785409200-1785411000@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Zoo Tales
DESCRIPTION: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!  \n\n\n\nSee 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 admission. \n\n\n\nTheme: Sunny Summer
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/zoo-tales-19/
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260802T093000
DTSTAMP:20260531T065417
CREATED:20240305T200652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T203436Z
UID:33513-1785573000-1785663000@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Member Mornings
DESCRIPTION: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 Zoo an hour early when there’s plenty of parking\, the weather is cooler\, and there’s a better chance of seeing the animals being active and eating their breakfasts! \n\n\n\nMembers can enter the Zoo between 8:30 – 9:30 am on these weekends. Become a Member today to take advantage of this perk! \n\n\n\nA coffee truck will be on grounds from 8:30 – 11:00 am in the Fountain Plaza.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCoffee Truck ($)\n\n\n\n\nAugust 1: Glazed & Infuzed ($)\n\n\n\nAugust 2: Mello Beans ($)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBecome a member!
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/member-mornings-11/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T113000
DTSTAMP:20260531T065417
CREATED:20250506T181602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T161627Z
UID:37185-1785582000-1785583800@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Zoo Tales
DESCRIPTION: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!  \n\n\n\nSee 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 admission. \n\n\n\nTheme: Mud & Water
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/zoo-tales-20/
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T160000
DTSTAMP:20260531T065417
CREATED:20240603T135021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T174319Z
UID:34075-1785585600-1785600000@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:End of Summer Bash
DESCRIPTION:The sun may be setting on summer 🌅\, but we’re squeezing in one last hurrah 🥳 at our End of Summer Bash on Saturday\, August 2nd from 12:00 – 4:00pm!  \n\n\n\nTHIS EVENT IS FREE WITH YOUR GENERAL ZOO ADMISSION AND TAKES PLACE RAIN OR SHINE! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nActivities\n\n\n\nCOMING SOON \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFood & Drinks (extra cost):\n\n\n\nCOMING SOON \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Reminders\n\n\n\n\nTickets are non-refundable. All sales are final. Should a ticket holder be unable to attend the event\, the purchase will be considered a donation.\n\n\n\nAs an outdoor venue\, events are rain or shine unless otherwise indicated. Event updates will be shared via the Virginia Zoo website\, email\, and\, social media channels whenever possible prior to the event.\n\n\n\nThe Zoo is a smoke-free facility; no smoking is allowed inside the Zoo. This also includes e-cigarettes and vaping. Inability to follow this rule will result in dismissal from Zoo grounds without a refund.\n\n\n\nBy purchasing an event ticket\, you agree to abide by the Virginia Zoo’s Rules & Policies.
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/back-to-school-event/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T113000
DTSTAMP:20260531T065417
CREATED:20260323T134153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T134155Z
UID:42250-1785754800-1785756600@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Little Zoo
DESCRIPTION: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 the Zoo’s Fountain Plaza to find out the location of Little Zoo on the day of your visit. Free with general admission.
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/little-zoo-19/
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T104500
DTSTAMP:20260531T065417
CREATED:20250403T135017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T184759Z
UID:36837-1785836700-1785840300@virginiazoo.org
SUMMARY:Wild Babies
DESCRIPTION: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 0-4 year olds and their guardians although older children will be welcome. Wild Babies will involve elements of nature and social development including but not limited to story time\, short “hikes”\, and an animal encounter.  \n\n\n\nThese programs will be located in one of our classrooms. Please check signs in Fountain Plaza on the day of the event.  \n\n\n\nTheme: Mud & Water
URL:https://virginiazoo.org/event/wild-babies-4/
CATEGORIES:Education
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