Planning a Memorial Day Weekend staycation in Hampton Roads? Take a trip to the Virginia Zoo and take advantage of all the amazing opportunities we have this weekend! ☀️ Member Mornings begin May 23 & 24: Members get into the Zoo an hour early when there’s plenty of parking, the weather is cooler, and there’s […]
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 […]
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! […]
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 25th of each month and available in person only.
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 […]
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 […]
Everyone knows girls just want to have fun, so we decided to throw an all-ages party like no other at ZooGrooves: Girls Night Out! 👯♀️ Hit up your group chat, put on your most fabulous “I Have Nowhere to Wear This” outfit, and channel all the main character energy as you paint the town (or […]
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 […]
The Virginia Zoo is excited to announce Membership swaps with the Hermitage Museum & Gardens and Dogtopia from June 1 to June 30! Virginia Zoo Members visiting the Hermitage Museum receive: 🌼 Discounted Member ticket(s) to the opening celebration for the special exhibition, Handwork at the Hermitage, on Friday, June 12th, 6-9 pm. To purchase […]
Celebrate Your Graduate at the Virginia Zoo! Calling all high school and college graduates, the Virginia Zoo is celebrating your achievement all June long! From June 1-30, graduates can enjoy a free admission ticket and 50% off admission for their guests just for showing proof of graduation. To qualify, graduates must present a diploma, degree […]
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