Booking

Y Members

The Virginia Zoo and the YMCA of South Hampton Roads and the YMCA of the Virginia Peninsulas are swapping members for the month of August.  

How to Visit the Zoo:

  • Y members will enjoy free, unlimited admission to the Virginia Zoo during August, plus 10 percent discounts in the gift shop and foodservice locations. Not valid for special events and education programs.
  • Y members must reserve timed tickets before they arrive at the Zoo (below) and will need to show:
    • Personal identification and
    • A valid membership card (can use the bar code on the YMCA's app) and
    • Email confirmation of membership OR completed membership verification form (available from YMCA member services)
  • YMCA members who join the Virginia Zoo during the month of August can take advantage of two extra months – free – on a Virginia Zoo membership.

Tickets

Timed Y Member Admission Tickets

This is a timed ticket and valid only for entry at that chosen time.   If you arrive early, please wait in your vehicle until your scheduled time. Zoo guidelines for entry requires that everyone in your party ages 2 and older have a timed ticket.

Based on the recently announced guidance from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control, the Virginia Zoo is modifying its policy regarding masks. Masks will no longer be required for guests at the Virginia Zoo who are fully vaccinated in accordance with the CDC guideline. This includes outdoor and indoor locations, where masks were previously required.
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