Make it a girl’s night or bring your valentine to help you create the perfect Valentine’s day bouquet. Hosted by the Petal Wagon, free coffee or beer included with purchase of ticket!
Arts and Entertainment
Make it a girl’s night or bring your valentine to help you create the perfect Valentine’s day bouquet. Hosted by the Petal Wagon, free coffee or beer included with purchase of ticket!
Maritime explorers: a Summer Camp for ages 8-12
Your camper will explore everything the Nauticus campus has to offer as they dive into STEM-based activities onboard our Harbor 20 sailboats, the schooner Virginia, the battleship Wisconsin and inside our reimagined discovery center!
Perfect for curious minds and budding adventurers, Maritime Explorers Campis your gateway to hands-on STEM activities, exciting sailing lessons, and unforgettable discoveries along the Elizabeth River. Explore the dynamic world of maritime science skills while creating lasting memories this summer!
Registration NOW OPEN!
Summer camp for Ages 11-14, Rising 6-9th Graders
Hone your boating skills at this water-based summer camp. Campers will spend time exploring the Elizabeth River and its tributaries during this advanced sailing camp week. They’ll voyage aboard our Harbor 20 sailboats, Schooner Virginia, and other various watercraft discovering Norfolk and Portsmouth via water! Our ratio of staff to students is 3:1 making this a hands-on, engaging opportunity for your camper!
Note: Sailing experience and/or past Maritime Explorers camp attendee recommended to participate in Sail Voyagers
Dates: June 24 – August 9
Registration NOW OPEN!
Seven Weeks of Fun to Choose From!
Is your camper ready for an adventure-packed summer along the downtown Norfolk Waterfront? Nauticus’ Summer Camps combine fun and games with exciting, hands-on STEM to Stern activities.
The Maritime Explorers camp is open to all children ages 8-12. Experienced sailors or past camp attendees, ages 11-14, are encouraged to build on their sailing skills by attending the Sail Voyagers sessions. Nauticus summer camp dates are June 16 – August 8, 2025.
Spring has sprung 🌸, and it’s time to thaw your pup’s paws! 🐾 Get ready to join us for our first ever Dog Days event. 🐶 We’re inviting dog-loving zoo fans and their well-behaved canine companions to explore the Zoo together! Your dogs will be treated to sights, smells, and sounds of animals they’ve never encountered before all while playing a vital role in enriching the lives of the Zoo’s animal residents.
To ensure that this event is safe for everyone, your fur babies MUST be well-trained and vaccinated. Dogs behaving in an unruly or aggressive manner (i.e. excessive barking, growling, lunging, biting, etc.) will be required to leave without a refund.
How to Join Us:
*You will only have one opportunity to upload these documents, please verify before you select submit that all required documentation has been provided.
Entry will not be permitted if your medical records have not been received by the Virginia Zoo, or if our veterinary staff determines that your dog’s records are insufficient.
Activities
Vendors
Food and Drink Options ($)
💲 Ticket Prices 💲
Tickets on sale to Zoo Members starting 2/7/25 and available to the general public starting 2/14/25.
🐾 Dog (requires registration and vet records): $18
🐾 Member Adult (18+): $8
🐾 Member Child (2-17): $8
🐾 Non-Member Adult (12+): $18
🐾 Non-Member Child (2-11): $13
🐾 Children under 2 are free
Target audience: Families with dogs
Will this event sell out?
– It’s possible! We recommend securing your ticket early just in case.
Will the price go up the week of?
– No. The week of pricing for human tickets will remain the same.
– Due to the vaccination record approval process, no Canine tickets will be
available to purchase the week of the event.
Do I need to reserve tickets ahead of time, or can I walk up with my dog?
– All dog tickets must be pre-registered by March 14th so our vets can review
your dog’s records to ensure they meet requirements. Only human tickets will
be available at the gate.
What if my dog’s records are rejected?
– If our vets do not approve your dog’s veterinary records, your ticket will be
cancelled and refunded. You will be notified at the email you provided when
tickets were reserved.
Does my dog need to be on a leash at all times?
– Yes, dogs must be on a leash at all times during the event, even if they are in a
carrier or a stroller. Leashes must be no longer than 6 feet and should be nonretractable.
Can I bring more than one dog to the event?
– Each adult (18+) can only be accompanied by ONE dog. If you would like to
bring more than one dog, you will need to have another adult present with you
in your party.
Can I bring a pet that is not a dog?
– No, only dogs are allowed at this time.
Will dog supplies be provided?
– Guests are encouraged to bring their own treats, water bowls, and relief bags.
Limited water stations will be available around the Zoo. Water will also be
available for purchase.
Can I go to all parts of the Zoo with my dog?
– Dogs are currently not permitted to enter the Zoo Farm, the World of Reptiles,
or Turtle Oasis. Other areas may not be available as programs or animals
dictate. Dogs must remain behind the guest fences or stanchions, not go
through them and obey all posted signage.
Where are the relief areas for my dog?
– The Zoo will be installing a designated relief area (see event map). All guests
will be responsible for cleaning up after their dogs should it be needed.
Are there any restrictions on the types of dogs that can attend?
– Puppies under 4 months, sick dogs, dogs with active injuries (i.e. stitches,
bandages), unvaccinated dogs, and female dogs in heat are not suitable for
the event.
Am I allowed to attend if I don’t have a dog?
– Yes, of course! All dog and Zoo-lovers are welcome!
Can I go back in and edit my waiver submission?
– No, all documents and completion of the waiver needs to be done at one time.
NOTE: This event has been rescheduled to March 20, 2025 due to inclement weather in February.
Legal scholars and historians discuss the history and significance of the landmark 1967 Supreme Court decision in Loving v. Virginia, which struck down bans on interracial marriage in the United States.
Panel participants will include Mary Bauer, Executive Director of ACLU-VA, as well as other constitutional scholars, historians, active attorneys and/or judges, and experts in the area. There will be a brief Q&A session following each discussion.
NOTHING MORE combines the cerebral and sublime. The music Jonny Hawkins, Mark Vollelunga, Daniel Oliver, and Ben Anderson make together is primal, elemental, and even carnal. Their foundation is heady and heavy, filled with creative nuance that rewards repeated listens, while the catchy hooks always soar, intertwined in a delicious dance between accessibility and experimentation.
They’ve already earned three GRAMMY nominations and two gold plaques along the journey. 2022’s SPIRITS, which produced songs like “YOU DON’T KNOW WHAT LOVE MEANS” and the Top 5 smash “TIRED OF WINNING,” indulged the outer edges of NOTHING MORE’s esoteric leanings without sacrificing melody. Two years later, CARNAL brings them full circle with focused precision.
Flatland Calvary coming to the NorVa on April 11th, 2025!
Formed in 2014, Rumours (also known as Rumours ATL) has taken the U.S. by storm with their stage scorching renditions of Fleetwood Mac songs. Fans from across the nation claim that Rumours is the band to see if you are looking for an authentic recreation of live Fleetwood Mac show
In just under 6 years, Rumours has landed themselves the reputation of being the best Fleetwood Mac Tribute band and additionally has made fans internationally. In the summer of 2019, Rumours was invited to play a week in The Netherlands at some of the top venues and festivals in the country. The success of that tour brought them attention from plenty of new fans and promoters and they will be returning in 2020. Specially crafted shows and not one detail left behind, Rumours continues to sell out some of the top venues in the United States and gain fans at each show.
Rumours is fronted by Mekenzie Thrift (Stevie Nicks vocals), Adrienne Cottrell (keyboards and Christine McVie vocals), and Denny Hanson (guitar and Lindsey Buckingham vocals). John Spiegel on lead guitar, Jim Ramsdell on bass, and Daniel Morrison on drums makeup one of the best live band performances you will see at any show. The band prides themselves on being the most authentic Fleetwood Mac Tribute without coming across as a parody or a bore of a show. They will make you dance, sing along at the top of your lungs, and you’ll even learn something new about Fleetwood Mac at each performance.
Rumours will leave you wanting more. Rumours will make you relive those Fleetwood Mac memories.
Do you believe in miracles and the ways of magic? Rumours does.
“Rumours is a pleasure to work with and extremely dedicated to bringing a Fleetwood Mac experience to our audiences at every show. Which they sell out each time.” Peter Moshay, Grammy Winner and sound engineer for Daryl Hall and John Oates, Live from Daryl’s House
“We love having Rumours play our venue. They’re always so fun and get along with the staff great! They also sell a lot of tickets and their shows are awesome.” Jason Westbrook, Production Manager Iron City, Birmingham Alabama
“We love having Rumours and I love lighting their shows. They always make it magical.” Farrell Roberts, Variety Playhouse Atlanta GA
