Wild Tykes has been cancelled for Thursday, August 21 due to concerns about strong winds. The next Wild Tykes program is scheduled for Thursday, September 18. We apologize for the inconvenience. 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 […]
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 […]
DC Smoothies will be joining us from 9:30am - 12:00pm to serve delicious smoothies to our guests for an additional cost. They will be located on the Main Trail between the Event Pavilion and Photo Booth.
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 […]
It’s back-to-school season so let’s get a head start on preventing those sniffles and sneezes ✏️📓! Help your little ones learn why it’s so important to visit the doctor’s office and how to maintain healthy habits by taking their favorite stuffed animal to the Zoo for a much-needed check-up 🐻 🩺. Healthcare doesn’t have to […]
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 […]
Celebrate the anniversary of our Virginia Zoo Express train reopening! One year ago our brand new electric train opened to the public, marking a monumental moment for our guests and the Zoo's conservation efforts by introducing an environmentally-friendly train. Please note the Virginia Zoo Express is currently undergoing maintenance and will not be running during […]
The Zoo is fun at any age - just come to our Senior Wednesday series from August 20 through September 24 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 […]
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 […]
DC Smoothies will be joining us from 9:30am - 12:00pm to serve delicious smoothies to our guests for an additional cost. They will be located on the Main Trail between the Event Pavilion and Photo Booth.
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