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Upcoming Zoo Events

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Special Event Tickets

Father's Day BBQ

Treat Dad like a King this Father’s Day and join us for a BBQ in the Event Pavilion and Field. 

Sunday, June 16, 2019, 12 to 3 pm

Ticket includes admission to the Zoo, 2 drinks for dad (and all those ages 21+), a full buffet, bounce houses, animal encounters, and yard games!

Please note: Tickets for this event will give you access to the Zoo at Noon the day of the event. Sorry, no early access will be permitted.
Duration 3 HOURS

Members:

Adults (21+): $30 Children (5-20): $15 All Children Under 5: $5

Non-Members:

Adults (21+): $40Children (5-20): $25All Children Under 5: $5

 

Tickets are required for all event attendees, regardless of age.  Seating is limited.  Not a member yet, but want the discount? Click here to become a member now.

 

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Zoo Grooves

Join us for a rockin’ good time with live music at the Zoo this summer! Bring your blanket and your lawn chairs. Asia – Trail of the Tiger and the World of Reptiles exhibits will be open. Enjoy summer fare & local brews. Gates open at 5:30 pm, performances begin at 6 pm. Refreshments, beer, wine and soft drinks are available for purchase. No outside food or beverage permitted. Rain or shine.

Friday, June 28, 2018, 5:30 to 8:30 pm - The Deloreans

Friday, July 26, 2018, 5:30 to 8:30 pm -Buckshot (Tickets on sale 6/29/19)

$2 Train Rides

Bounce Houses: $1 per jump, $5 unlimited jump

Duration 3 HOURS

Members: $4

Non-Members: $10

Not a member yet, but want the discount? Click here to become a member now.

 

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Adult Only Zoo Night

Adulting is hard, be a kid again at the Virginia Zoo. Visit the Zoo on this exclusive adults-only night. All animal exhibits will stay open late, meet animal ambassadors at a ZooLive! Stage presentation and enjoy a variety of your favorite yard games and music. Whether a date night or some dedicated time with friends, leave the kids at home and let your inner child roam free!

Thursday, July 11, 2019, 5:30 to 8:00 pm

Thursday, August 8, 2019, 5:30 to 8:00 pm (Tickets on sale 7/12/19)

Train Rides: $2
Food, drink, beer and wine will be available for purchase.

Please note: This is a 21+ event; IDs will be checked at the gate. Due to the popularity of this event, all tickets must be purchased in advance. This event will sell out.

This event is rain or shine. Sorry no refunds.

Duration 2 & 1/2 HOURS

 

Members: $5

Non-Members: $15

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