Arts and Entertainment

The Monarch Mile

September 28 2025

8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
The Virginia Zoo 3500 Granby St Norfolk, VA 23504 (757) 441-2374 Price: $5 for members; $10 for non-members; FREE if you join the Virginia Zoo team for Miles for Monarchs challenge

This fall, monarch butterflies are traveling up to 3,000 miles on their journey south to their overwintering grounds in Mexico. All ages are invited to join us as we walk and run on a course around the Zoo to support monarch conservation!

Schedule & Activities- COMING SOON
Food & Drinks (extra cost)

If you join the Virginia Zoo team for Miles for Monarchs challenge. Go to https://milesformonarchs.com to register and be sure to enter “Virginia Zoo” as your team.

*Price includes entry to the Zoo for the day. Please note, animal trails will not be accessible until the Zoo opens at 9:30am. Event is rain or shine.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
  • Can I purchase my ticket at the event?
    • Yes! Cash or credit payments will be accepted at the entry Ticket Booths
  • What if it rains?
    • This event is rain or shine. We encourage you to bring your rain gear and enjoy jumping in the puddles!
  • What activities are included with my ticket purchase & event entry?
    • Participation in the Monarch Mile run/walk, Animal Ambassador Greeter (see times under “Schedule”), Browse Party, Educational activities (see listed under “Activities”), and full Zoo access starting at 9:30am.
  • What activities are available for an additional cost?
    • Glazed & Infused Food Truck in the Fountain Plaza will have food & beverage items for purchase.

Limited number of tickets available. Tickets are non-refundable. All sales are final. Should a ticket holder be unable to attend the event, the purchase will be considered a donation. As an outdoor venue, events are rain or shine unless otherwise indicated. If any changes are made, an announcement via an email to our members and/or ticket holders and on the Virginia Zoo social media channels will be issued prior the event.

The Zoo is a smoke-free facility; no smoking is allowed inside the Zoo. This also includes e-cigarettes and vaping. Inability to follow this rule will result in dismissal from Zoo grounds without a refund.

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Zoovies

September 26 2025

8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
The Virginia Zoo 3500 Granby St Norfolk, VA 23504 (757) 441-2374

Lights, camera, action! 📽️ Join us for a movie under the stars. Gates open at 6:30 PM and the movie begins at dusk (around 7:00 PM). Beverages and snacks will be available for purchase during the event.

Movie: Harry Potter

No outside food or beverages are permitted. Animal exhibits & trails will be closed. Chairs & blankets welcome, but please be mindful of blocking the view of surrounding guests.
*PLEASE NOTE: No new admission purchases after 8:00pm.

Activities

COMING SOON

Food & Drinks (extra costs)

COMING SOON

💲Ticket Prices💲

COMING SOON

Limited number of tickets available. Advance ticket sales end when sold out (get yours early!). If tickets remain on the day of event, gate sales will be credit card only. Tickets are non-refundable. All sales are final. Should a ticket holder be unable to attend the event, the purchase will be considered a donation. As an outdoor venue, events are rain or shine unless otherwise indicated. If any changes are made, an announcement via an email to our members and/or ticket holders and on the Virginia Zoo social media channels will be issued prior the event.

The Zoo is a smoke-free facility; no smoking is allowed inside the Zoo. This also includes e-cigarettes and vaping. Inability to follow this rule will result in dismissal from Zoo grounds without a refund.

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Fall Fest- Virginia Zoo

September 20 2025

8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
The Virginia Zoo 3500 Granby St Norfolk, VA 23504 (757) 441-2374

Unleash your inner wild child during our adults-only evening at the Zoo! Trails and exhibits will be open late and there will be drinks, a DJ, and a Food Truck Round Up alongside yard games to play in our Event Field.

Activities

COMING SOON

Food & Drinks (extra cost)

COMING SOON

💲Ticket Prices💲

COMING SOON

Limited number of tickets available. Advance ticket sales end when sold out (get yours early!). If tickets remain on the day of the event, gate sales will be credit card only. Tickets are non-refundable. All sales are final. Should a ticket holder be unable to attend the event, the purchase will be considered a donation. As an outdoor venue, events are rain or shine unless otherwise indicated. If any changes are made, an announcement via an email to our members and/or ticket holders and on the Virginia Zoo social media channels will be issued prior the event.

The Zoo is a smoke-free facility; no smoking is allowed inside the Zoo. This also includes e-cigarettes and vaping. Inability to follow this rule will result in dismissal from Zoo grounds without a refund.

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Virginia Zoo Express Reopening Birthday Celebration

August 26 2025

8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
The Virginia Zoo 3500 Granby St Norfolk, VA 23504 (757) 441-2374

Celebrate the anniversary of our Virginia Zoo Express train reopening! One year ago our brand new electric train opened to the public, marking a monumental moment for our guests and the Zoo’s conservation efforts by introducing an environmentally-friendly train.

Our Gift Shop will be set up with a variety of train themed merchandise including engineer hats, bandanas, wooden train whistles, bears in engineer costumes, and train toys.

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Senior Wednesday

August 20 2025

8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
The Virginia Zoo 3500 Granby St Norfolk, VA 23504 (757) 441-2374

The Zoo is fun at any age – just come to our Senior Wednesday series from August 20 through September 24 and see for yourself! We are welcoming all senior citizens ages 62 years and above to receive free general admission all day with a valid ID as proof of age. Walkup tickets only. Accompanying non-senior visitors will need to purchase tickets at the gate or in advance online. Last entry is at 3pm and Zoo closes at 4pm. We hope you stop by and enjoy unleashing your inner wild child!

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Senior Wednesday

September 3 2025

8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
The Virginia Zoo 3500 Granby St Norfolk, VA 23504 (757) 441-2374

The Zoo is fun at any age – just come to our Senior Wednesday series from August 20 through September 24 and see for yourself! We are welcoming all senior citizens ages 62 years and above to receive free general admission all day with a valid ID as proof of age. Walkup tickets only. Accompanying non-senior visitors will need to purchase tickets at the gate or in advance online. Last entry is at 3pm and Zoo closes at 4pm. We hope you stop by and enjoy unleashing your inner wild child!

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ZooGrooves: 90’s Country

August 29 2025

8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
The Virginia Zoo 3500 Granby St Norfolk, VA 23504 (757) 441-2374

It’s time to rock and roar with the Virginia Zoo! This outdoor concert event presents a night of music, food, friends, and family.

Bring your lawn chairs and blankets to relax in the Event Field!

Activities & Schedule

COMING SOON

Food & Drinks (extra cost)

COMING SOON

💲Ticket Prices💲

COMING SOON

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Limited number of tickets available. Advance ticket sales end when sold out (get yours early!). If tickets remain on the day of the event, gate sales will be credit card only. Tickets are non-refundable. All sales are final. Should a ticket holder be unable to attend the event, the purchase will be considered a donation. As an outdoor venue, events are rain or shine unless otherwise indicated. If any changes are made, an announcement via an email to our members and/or ticket holders and on the Virginia Zoo social media channels will be issued prior the event.

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Teddy Bear Clinic

August 23 2025

8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
The Virginia Zoo 3500 Granby St Norfolk, VA 23504 (757) 441-2374 Price: This event is Free with your General Zoo Admission

Beat those back-to-school blues by bringing your little one to the Zoo for a check-up on their favorite stuffed animal!

Our educators, volunteers, and community partners will help reduce anxieties kids often associate with visiting the doctor’s office by teaching about the importance of regular medical care (in both humans and animals) while letting kids express themselves through play.

THIS EVENT IS FREE WITH YOUR GENERAL ZOO ADMISSION AND TAKES PLACE RAIN OR SHINE!


Food & Drink (Extra Cost)

The Virginia Zoo is an outdoor venue, and events will happen rain or shine unless otherwise indicated. If any changes are made, an announcement will be issued via email to our members/ticket holders and on the Virginia Zoo’s social media channels.

The Zoo is a smoke-free facility; no smoking is allowed inside the Zoo. This also includes e-cigarettes and vaping. Inability to follow this rule will result in dismissal from Zoo grounds without a refund.

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Senior Wednesday

August 27 2025

8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
The Virginia Zoo 3500 Granby St Norfolk, VA 23504 (757) 441-2374

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Adult Night- Virginia Zoo

July 12 2025

8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
The Virginia Zoo 3500 Granby St Norfolk, VA 23504 (757) 441-2374

Unleash your inner wild child during our adults-only evening at the Zoo! Trails and exhibits will be open late and there will be drinks, a DJ, and a Food Truck Round Up alongside yard games to play in our Event Field.

*Please note that in order to not disrupt our animals’ routines, exhibit trails will close at 7:30pm, though the event continues until 8pm. The Goat Yard in the ZooFarm will remain open until 7:45pm.

*Event is Ages 21+ and ALL IDs will be checked before entering.

Activities

COMING SOON

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COMING SOON

💲Ticket Prices💲

COMING SOON

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The Zoo is a smoke-free facility; no smoking is allowed inside the Zoo. This also includes e-cigarettes and vaping. Inability to follow this rule will result in dismissal from Zoo grounds without a refund.

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