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ShopVisit the Zoo this fall for a chance to win wild prizes! Starting October 1 through December 30, the more you visit, the more prizes you can earn! Don’t forget to check-in at the Ticket Booth and redeem your admission or special event tickets to make sure your visit counts toward your visitation total. Check […]
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Enjoy a drink and a bite to eat from local coffee trucks as you stroll through the Zoo on weekend 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 ($) |
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Calling all “Wild Babies” to the zoo! Join us for a NEW program offering for our youngest zoo visitors. We will be exploring age appropriate sensory and educational activities in a small up-close setting. This program is geared for 0-4 year olds and their guardians although older children will be welcome. Wild Babies will involve […] |
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Join us for our popular story-time program, Zoo Tales! Each week features two new stories and an animal encounter with a zoo animal ambassador, all related to a changing monthly theme! See signs posted in the Zoo's Fountain Plaza to find out the location of Zoo Tales on the day of your visit. Free with general […] |
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Enjoy a drink and a bite to eat from local coffee trucks as you stroll through the Zoo on weekend mornings, all fall long! A coffee truck will be on grounds from 9:30am – 12:00 pm. They will be located in the Fountain Plaza. Coffee Truck ($)
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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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Join us as we partner with Autism Society Tidewater Virginia, Complete the Puzzle, and Destination Family Services to provide guests of all abilities and needs, along with their families, the opportunity to visit the Virginia Zoo in a less overwhelming environment. On this special date and time we will provide stress-free activities for your Zoo […] |
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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 […] |
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A new program that invites our little learners (0 to 4 years old) in their strollers to join us in a walk around the zoo with stops and activities along the way to get the wiggles out! Check signs in the Plaza for meeting location. Be ready to stroll at 10:30 am! |
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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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Enjoy a drink and a bite to eat from local coffee trucks as you stroll through the Zoo on weekend 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 ($) |
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Come join us as educators and volunteers offer themed animal interactions inside one of the Zoo’s classroom spaces. Our Little Zoo program offers our guests an intimate look at our animal ambassadors with station-based learning. This program is open to all who want to experience and grow in our Little Zoo. See signs posted in […] |
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Calling all “Wild Babies” to the zoo! Join us for a NEW program offering for our youngest zoo visitors. We will be exploring age appropriate sensory and educational activities in a small up-close setting. This program is geared for 0-4 year olds and their guardians although older children will be welcome. Wild Babies will involve […] |
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Join us for our popular story-time program, Zoo Tales! Each week features two new stories and an animal encounter with a zoo animal ambassador, all related to a changing monthly theme! See signs posted in the Zoo's Fountain Plaza to find out the location of Zoo Tales on the day of your visit. Free with general […] |
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Enjoy a drink and a bite to eat from local coffee trucks as you stroll through the Zoo on weekend mornings, all fall long! A coffee truck will be on grounds from 9:30am – 12:00 pm. They will be located in the Fountain Plaza. Coffee Truck ($) |
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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 […] |
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A new program that invites our little learners (0 to 4 years old) in their strollers to join us in a walk around the zoo with stops and activities along the way to get the wiggles out! Check signs in the Plaza for meeting location. Be ready to stroll at 10:30 am! |
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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. |
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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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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 […] |