ZooGrooves: The Zoo Eras Tour

Are you ready for it? It's time to shake it off at the Zoo during ZooGrooves: The Zoo Eras Tour! This all-ages, outdoor, concert-style event presents Taylor Swift's biggest hits, animal encounters, a vendor market and much more! Join us in your most bejeweled outfit from your favorite era for a chance to win some […]

Senior Wednesday

The Zoo is fun at any age - just come to our Senior Wednesday series from August 21 through September 25 and see for yourself! We are welcoming all senior citizens ages 62 years and above to receive free general admission all day with a valid ID as proof of age. Walkup tickets only. Accompanying […]

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 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! […]

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 […]

The Monarch Mile

This fall, monarch butterflies are traveling up to 3,000 miles on their journey south to their overwintering grounds in Mexico. All ages are invited to join us as we walk and run on a course around the Zoo to support monarch conservation! Map: *1st lap (red) + 2nd lap (blue) = 1 mile. Participants are […]

Senior Wednesday

The Zoo is fun at any age - just come to our Senior Wednesday series from August 21 through September 25 and see for yourself! We are welcoming all senior citizens ages 62 years and above to receive free general admission all day with a valid ID as proof of age. Walkup tickets only. Accompanying […]

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 […]

POSTPONED: Zoovies

POSTPONED NEW DATE IS 10/11 Visit this link for more info. All tickets purchased for September 27th date have automatically been transferred to the new date. If you are unable to make the new date and would like a refund on your tickets, please call 757-441-2374 ext. 241. 💲Ticket Prices💲 🎥 Free for Zoo Members […]

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 […]

Zoovies: Migration

Lights, camera, action! 📽️ Join us for a movie under the stars. Gates open at 6:30 PM and the movie begins at dusk (around 7:00 PM). Beverages and snacks will be available for purchase during the event. *NEW THIS YEAR* Make it a double feature & save $2 on your tickets! October 4th Movie: Migration No […]