GiveLocal 757

Going above and beyond with our animal care standards! GiveLocal 757 has always been a day about community, grassroots support, and pride. This year, we are calling on Virginia Zoo supporters to help us go above and beyond in our commitment to excellence in animal wellbeing. One of the ways our team strives to provide […]

Zoo Trivia Night at Big Ugly Brewing

Big Ugly Brewing 845 S Battlefield Blvd, Chesapeake, Virginia

Think you know a lot about the Zoo? Bring your crew out to Big Ugly Brewing on April 23 for a wild night of Zoo Trivia! Support the conservation work we do here at the Virginia Zoo while testing your knowledge of the animal kingdom. The top 3 finishers will win Zoo-themed prizes like a […]

Wild Walks

Interested in learning more about our animals, habitats, and Zoo conservation? Join us for a free, guided 60-minute tour at 10 am led by Education staff every Wednesday. The topics will change each week, but all tours will incorporate themes of Connection, Care, and Community as they relate to Zoo conservation. Space is limited and […]

2024 HERPETOLOGY TAXON ADVISOR GROUP CONFERENCE

The Virginia Zoo is proud to host the 2024 AZA Herpetology Taxon Advisory Group meeting. Join us for the full conference ($300) or just purchase a day pass ($100) and learn all about your favorite reptiles and amphibians! Click here to learn more information about schedules, reservations, and things to do in Hampton Roads.

Waters Edge Winery Membership Swap

Zoo Members visiting Waters Edge Winery 🍷 Members enjoy in-person wine club status during the swap month when they present their valid Zoo membership (excluding the two-bottle wine takeaway) 🍷 Monday through Thursday during the month of May, members enjoy 50% off dine-in bottles of wine and a 10% discount on food and merchandise 🍷 […]

Wild Walks

Interested in learning more about our animals, habitats, and Zoo conservation? Join us for a free, guided 60-minute tour at 10 am led by Education staff every Wednesday. The topics will change each week, but all tours will incorporate themes of Connection, Care, and Community as they relate to Zoo conservation. Space is limited and […]

Bike Night (Sold Out)

EVENT IS NOW SOLD OUT Gear up for a wild ride at the Virginia Zoo! Animal trails will be open late, a DJ will be cranking tunes for a dance party and local bike vendors will be out to help you repair, decorate or swag out your ride as you cruise the Zoo! No bike? […]

Wild Walks

Interested in learning more about our animals, habitats, and Zoo conservation? Join us for a free, guided 60-minute tour at 10 am led by Education staff every Wednesday. The topics will change each week, but all tours will incorporate themes of Connection, Care, and Community as they relate to Zoo conservation. Space is limited and […]

Wild Walks

Interested in learning more about our animals, habitats, and Zoo conservation? Join us for a free, guided 60-minute tour at 10 am led by Education staff every Wednesday. The topics will change each week, but all tours will incorporate themes of Connection, Care, and Community as they relate to Zoo conservation. Space is limited and […]

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! […]