Special Events

Join the Virginia Zoo for the Cocktails & Conservation series. This event offers an evening of education, drinks and socializing with the area’s top professionals. Through a partnership with the New Nature Foundation, the Virginia Zoo has been able to expand its education programs globally, in Uganda specifically. Hear from the NNF’s leadership and learn about what the five science centers teach, plus how you can make a difference. 

Friday, March 29, 2019, 6 to 8 pm

Bring your co-workers, plan a team-building event or come to meet other area professionals. Networking will begin at 6 pm with the Zoo’s own animal ambassadors, light hors d’oeuvres and cash bar. 

Proceeds from the event will benefit the New Nature Foundation.  The New Nature Foundation (NNF) is a non-profit organization in Uganda and Vietnam that strives to protect wild animals and wild places through education, empowerment and an emphasis on creative solutions that promote people living in harmony with nature.

This event is a rare opportunity to enjoy breakfast at the Zoo and then watch the animals eat their breakfast too! Zoo volunteers will also be at exhibits to dish out interesting animal facts during this once-a-year event. All day Zoo admission is included!

Saturday, April 6, 2019, 8 am to 10 am

BREAKFAST MENU INCLUDES:

• Breakfast sandwiches (a variety of sausage, bacon, egg and cheese sandwiches)
• Hash browns
• Assorted Cereals
• Assorted Mini Muffins/Pastries
• Fruit
• Assorted Juices, Coffee and Water

ENRICHMENT SCHEDULE:

• 8:15 am: Red Panda (main pathway) • Red River Hog • Australia
• 8:45 am: Giraffe • Meerkat • Siamang • Farm
• 9:15 am: Cheetah • Aldabra Tortoise • Sun Bear • Rhino Hornbill
• 9:45 am: Farm • Tapir • Rhino • Tiger