BIRTHDAY PARTIES

35 guests are included in the party price, but you can add additional guests up to 45 people total. Each additional guest over 35 people is $11/person.

**Each individual 3 years and older counts toward the total.

All parties must be reserved at least 2 weeks in advance. The parties are very popular and typically book several months in advance, so be sure to book early!

Generally, our parties are held in one of our classrooms. While we cannot promise any particular room on any given day, we will do our best to let you know which room we expect your party to take place in. Please keep in mind that location is subject to change without notice.

Our Program Reservations Specialist will provide you with pictures of our birthday party rooms upon request. We cannot do in-person showings beforehand.

No. The Virginia Zoo staff will choose from our wide variety of ambassadors to participate at your party based on animal health and safety.

The Zoo opens at 9:30 am and closes at 4:00pm. On average, it takes 2 hours to fully tour the Zoo. You and your guests have access to the Zoo the entire duration of operating hours.

10:00 am and 10:30am Parties: We encourage you and your guests to explore the Zoo after your party.

• 10:00am parties end at 11:30am.
• 10:30am parties end at 12:00pm.

1:30pm and 2:30pm Parties: Please plan for you and your guests to explore the Zoo before your party. You and your guests will not have enough time (if any) after the party to explore the Zoo.

• 1:30pm parties end at 3:00pm. The Zoo closes at 4:00pm.
• 2:30pm parties end at 4:00pm. The Zoo closes at 4:00pm.

No storage or refrigeration space will be available before your party, so please make a plan to store any items you’re bringing for the party in your car until it’s time.

Even if you’re already on Zoo grounds, we ask that you and your guests meet your party host there 30 minutes prior to party time at the designated sign out front. They will then take you to your party room where you can begin any necessary set-up before the party starts.

Please let us know if anyone in your party requires accommodations. Letting us know in advance gives us the best opportunity to ensure you and your guests have a great experience.

• All parties are located indoors and will be held rain or shine. The Virginia Zoo is open year-round under all weather conditions, except in extreme circumstances.
• Party cancellations must be received at least ten (10) consecutive days before the party date to receive a partial refund of 50%. No refunds will be given for a party cancelled less than ten (10) consecutive days before the reserved date.
• Rescheduling requests must be made at least ten (10) consecutive days before the reserved date. If a party is rescheduled less than ten (10) consecutive days in advance, it will be considered a cancellation and subject to the cancellation policy.
• Any changes or additions to the party must be made at least ten (10) consecutive days before the reservation date.
• The Virginia Zoo reserves the right to cancel or change a birthday party for any reason for the safety of our participants and staff. In the event that the Virginia Zoo cancels your Birthday Party, a full refund will be provided, or the party will be rescheduled.