During the month of August, Virginia Zoo members can enjoy a month at their local YMCA which includes member pricing on programming. Zoo Members visiting the YMCA: 🏋️ Zoo Members must show their valid Virginia Zoo membership card, photo ID, and complete a guest waiver form upon visiting any YMCA of South Hampton Roads 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 […]
Virginia Zoo Members can explore local treasures Nauticus and the Norfolk Botanical Garden for free during the month of September. Please note: Limited free member swap admission tickets available each day for Nauticus and Norfolk Botanical Garden — if tickets aren’t available online, we hope you can visit another day! Virginia Zoo members visiting Nauticus: […]
Calling all “Wild Babies” to the zoo! Join us for a NEW program offering for our youngest zoo visitors. We will be exploring age appropriate sensory and educational activities in a small up-close setting. This program is geared for 0-2 year olds and their guardians although older children will be welcome. Wild Babies will involve […]
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 […]
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! […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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! […]
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 […]
It's time to fall in love with autumn at the Virginia Zoo’s newest event, Fall Fest on Saturday, September 20 from 5 – 8:30pm! 🍂 This cozy, small-town inspired evening offers something for everyone, from nostalgic games to elevated tastings, all while soaking in the crisp evening air and golden-hour views. Families will love the […]
Enjoy a drink and a bite to eat from local coffee trucks as you stroll through the Zoo on Sunday mornings, all fall long! A coffee truck will be on grounds from 9:30am – 12:00 pm. They will be located in the Fountain Plaza. Coffee Truck ($)
Come join us as educators and volunteers offer themed animal interactions inside one of the Zoo’s classroom spaces. Our Little Zoo program offers our guests an intimate look at our animal ambassadors with station-based learning. This program is open to all who want to experience and grow in our Little Zoo. See signs posted in […]
The Zoo is fun at any age - just come to our Senior Wednesday series from August 20 through September 24 and see for yourself! We are welcoming all senior citizens ages 62 years and above to receive free general admission all day with a valid ID as proof of age. Walkup tickets only. Accompanying […]
Join us for our popular story-time program, Zoo Tales! Each week features two new stories and an animal encounter with a zoo animal ambassador, all related to a changing monthly theme! See signs posted in the Zoo's Fountain Plaza to find out the location of Zoo Tales on the day of your visit. Free with general […]
Can YOU go the distance for monarch butterfly conservation 🦋? Every spring, monarch butterflies east of the Rocky Mountains migrate from Mexico to their summer breeding grounds ☀️🐛 in the United States and Canada. In the fall, they journey nearly 3,000 miles back down south to weather the winter. ❄️ This migration is becoming increasingly […]
Enjoy a drink and a bite to eat from local coffee trucks as you stroll through the Zoo on Sunday mornings, all fall long! A coffee truck will be on grounds from 9:30am – 12:00 pm. They will be located in the Fountain Plaza. Coffee Truck ($)
Starting Wednesday, October 1 until Tuesday December 30 the more you visit, the more you earn! View the graphic below to see what wild prizes you could win! Visits will be tallied at 4pm on Tuesday, December 30. Prizes can be picked up at Noon Years Eve on Wednesday, December 31.
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 has been rescheduled for Friday, October 3 from 5pm-9pm due to the forecasted thunderstorms during set up and event hours. Our guests’ safety and experience is important to us, so all attendee tickets will automatically be transferred to the new date. If you cannot attend the rescheduled event date or have any questions, please […]
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 […]
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