July 18 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm EDT
Want to visit the Zoo AND beat the summer heat 
? Join us for an adults only (21+) evening at the Zoo! Unleash your inner wild child with the chance to explore exhibit trails after hours 
, dance the evening away to a DJ’s tunes 
, partake in free bounce houses, play lawn games with a refreshing summer cocktail in hand 
, and enjoy mouth-watering eats from amazing local food trucks 
.
*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.
Ticket Prices
Please note, prices may increase as the event date nears, so don’t wait — early birds get the best deal!
This is a 21+ only event. IDs will be checked upon entry.
COMING SOON
Event Reminders
- 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 may be limited to credit card transactions 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.
- By purchasing an event ticket, you agree to abide by the Virginia Zoo’s Rules & Policies.