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The Mariners' Museum and Park and the Virginia Zoo are swapping members during the month of July! Zoo Members Visiting the Mariners' Museum and Park: Mariners' Museum Members Visiting the Zoo:
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Sloth Behind-the-Scenes Tour
Sloth Behind-the-Scenes Tour
On this 30-minute group tour, slow down and enjoy an encounter with one of the Zoo’s sloths! Learn more about these creatures, their conservation status and meet the Zoo staff who take care of them. Guests will have the chance to get up-close with one of the slower-moving animals on earth, so be sure to […]
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Membership Swap
The Hermitage Museum & Gardens and the Virginia Zoo are swapping members during the month of August! Zoo Members Visiting the Hermitage Museum & Gardens: Hermitage Museum & Gardens Members visiting the Zoo:
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Animal Ambassador Behind-the-Scenes Tour
Animal Ambassador Behind-the-Scenes Tour
On this 30-minute group tour, meet some of the animals in the program animal collection! Learn about these creatures, their conservation status and meet the Zoo staff who take care of them. The program animal collection includes a variety of animals, including a few domestic ones, appear in programs: small and medium-sized mammals, birds, snakes, […]
2 events,
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Sloth Behind-the-Scenes Tour
Sloth Behind-the-Scenes Tour
On this 30-minute group tour, slow down and enjoy an encounter with one of the Zoo’s sloths! Learn more about these creatures, their conservation status and meet the Zoo staff who take care of them. Guests will have the chance to get up-close with one of the slower-moving animals on earth, so be sure to […]
3 events,
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Member Night
Member Night
A special after-hours event, just for our Members! Unwind after work or school by visiting your favorite animals and exhibits at dusk. Hop around like a kangaroo in the bounce house or relax with games and food in the field. You don't want to miss it! Gates will open at 5 PM. Event ends at 8 […]
1 event,
2 events,
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Animal Ambassador Behind-the-Scenes Tour
Animal Ambassador Behind-the-Scenes Tour
On this 30-minute group tour, meet some of the animals in the program animal collection! Learn about these creatures, their conservation status and meet the Zoo staff who take care of them. The program animal collection includes a variety of animals, including a few domestic ones, appear in programs: small and medium-sized mammals, birds, snakes, […]
2 events,
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Sloth Behind-the-Scenes Tour
Sloth Behind-the-Scenes Tour
On this 30-minute group tour, slow down and enjoy an encounter with one of the Zoo’s sloths! Learn more about these creatures, their conservation status and meet the Zoo staff who take care of them. Guests will have the chance to get up-close with one of the slower-moving animals on earth, so be sure to […]
1 event,
2 events,
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Little Buds
Little Buds
Stop by this fun garden gathering for hands-on activities designed for children as a cooperative endeavor between Norfolk Master Gardeners and the Virginia Zoo. Learn the connection between plants, animals, and people through this interactive program. Programs are included with regular Zoo admission.
2 events,
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Animal Ambassador Behind-the-Scenes Tour
Animal Ambassador Behind-the-Scenes Tour
On this 30-minute group tour, meet some of the animals in the program animal collection! Learn about these creatures, their conservation status and meet the Zoo staff who take care of them. The program animal collection includes a variety of animals, including a few domestic ones, appear in programs: small and medium-sized mammals, birds, snakes, […]
3 events,
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Sloth Behind-the-Scenes Tour
Sloth Behind-the-Scenes Tour
On this 30-minute group tour, slow down and enjoy an encounter with one of the Zoo’s sloths! Learn more about these creatures, their conservation status and meet the Zoo staff who take care of them. Guests will have the chance to get up-close with one of the slower-moving animals on earth, so be sure to […]
2 events,
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Animal Ambassador Behind-the-Scenes Tour
Animal Ambassador Behind-the-Scenes Tour
On this 30-minute group tour, meet some of the animals in the program animal collection! Learn about these creatures, their conservation status and meet the Zoo staff who take care of them. The program animal collection includes a variety of animals, including a few domestic ones, appear in programs: small and medium-sized mammals, birds, snakes, […]
1 event,
1 event,
1 event,
1 event,
3 events,
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Action for Cheetahs in Kenya Craft Sale
Action for Cheetahs in Kenya Craft Sale
Join us at the Zoo to celebrate the cheetah! The Virginia Zoo has proudly supported Action for Cheetahs in Kenya (ACK) since 2015. Mary Wykstra will be on hand with handmade crafts from community artist groups. COOL Crafts sales to Zoo guests. Come chat with Mary at the Zoo's Water Plaza and learn more about the mission […]
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Sloth Behind-the-Scenes Tour
Sloth Behind-the-Scenes Tour
On this 30-minute group tour, slow down and enjoy an encounter with one of the Zoo’s sloths! Learn more about these creatures, their conservation status and meet the Zoo staff who take care of them. Guests will have the chance to get up-close with one of the slower-moving animals on earth, so be sure to […]
3 events,
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Animal Ambassador Behind-the-Scenes Tour
Animal Ambassador Behind-the-Scenes Tour
On this 30-minute group tour, meet some of the animals in the program animal collection! Learn about these creatures, their conservation status and meet the Zoo staff who take care of them. The program animal collection includes a variety of animals, including a few domestic ones, appear in programs: small and medium-sized mammals, birds, snakes, […]
1 event,
2 events,
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Sloth Behind-the-Scenes Tour
Sloth Behind-the-Scenes Tour
On this 30-minute group tour, slow down and enjoy an encounter with one of the Zoo’s sloths! Learn more about these creatures, their conservation status and meet the Zoo staff who take care of them. Guests will have the chance to get up-close with one of the slower-moving animals on earth, so be sure to […]
1 event,
1 event,
3 events,
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Little Buds
Little Buds
Stop by this fun garden gathering for hands-on activities designed for children as a cooperative endeavor between Norfolk Master Gardeners and the Virginia Zoo. Learn the connection between plants, animals, and people through this interactive program. Programs are included with regular Zoo admission.
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Sloth Behind-the-Scenes Tour
Sloth Behind-the-Scenes Tour
On this 30-minute group tour, slow down and enjoy an encounter with one of the Zoo’s sloths! Learn more about these creatures, their conservation status and meet the Zoo staff who take care of them. Guests will have the chance to get up-close with one of the slower-moving animals on earth, so be sure to […]
1 event,
2 events,
1 event,
1 event,
2 events,
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Animal Ambassador Behind-the-Scenes Tour
Animal Ambassador Behind-the-Scenes Tour
On this 30-minute group tour, meet some of the animals in the program animal collection! Learn about these creatures, their conservation status and meet the Zoo staff who take care of them. The program animal collection includes a variety of animals, including a few domestic ones, appear in programs: small and medium-sized mammals, birds, snakes, […]
1 event,
1 event,
2 events,
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Sloth Behind-the-Scenes Tour
Sloth Behind-the-Scenes Tour
On this 30-minute group tour, slow down and enjoy an encounter with one of the Zoo’s sloths! Learn more about these creatures, their conservation status and meet the Zoo staff who take care of them. Guests will have the chance to get up-close with one of the slower-moving animals on earth, so be sure to […]
4 events,
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Wild Tykes
Wild Tykes
*POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER* 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 […]
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Animal Ambassador Behind-the-Scenes Tour
Animal Ambassador Behind-the-Scenes Tour
On this 30-minute group tour, meet some of the animals in the program animal collection! Learn about these creatures, their conservation status and meet the Zoo staff who take care of them. The program animal collection includes a variety of animals, including a few domestic ones, appear in programs: small and medium-sized mammals, birds, snakes, […]