Arts and Entertainment

Special Display | Beginnings: Images of Occupied Japan

August 20 2026

10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

The MacArthur Memorial Visitors Center 198 Bank Street Norfolk, VA 23510, Price: Free

Special Display | Beginnings: Images of Occupied Japan

Wednesday, August 20, 2025

This rotating collection of prints by US Army photographer Nicholas Orzio portray the drastic changes experienced by Japan in the immediate years following World War II.

This exhibit presents a rotating set of photographs taken by Nicholas Orzio of the 71st Signal Service Battalion attached to General Headquarters (GHQ) in Tokyo. His service took him across the country from 1948-1949, and his photographs dramatically portray the story of tremendous change during Japan’s recovery from total defeat following WWII.

Arts and Entertainment

Fused Glass Plate

June 20 2026

10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Chrysler Museum Glass Studio 245 Grace St Norfolk, Virginia 23510, Price: $128 Museum members, $160 for non-members

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In this one-day course, learn to design and cut glass to make a square glass plate. Create your own design, choose a base layer, and cut glass to match your pattern. The plate will go through two firings in a kiln. First, the glass will be fired at 1450º F to melt the pieces together. Once the kiln cools, the plate will be placed over a ceramic mold and slumped at 1350º F to achieve its final form.

Ages 12 +
$128 Museum members, $160 for non-members
We will contact you when your art is ready for pick up or shipment.
A full refund or rescheduling may only be granted if written notice is provided five or more days from the scheduled event. Class times are fixed, any arrivals 15 minutes or more after start time may not be accommodated. Please email studio@chrysler.org to cancel your registration.
No refunds will be granted retroactively for missed classes.

Your 20% member discount will apply at checkout once you create your online account and sign in. Not a member? Join today to receive exclusive membership benefits right away!

Having trouble scheduling a class? Call us at 757-333-6299.

To complete the release and liability waiver before your class, fill out the form here.

Arts and Entertainment

End of Summer Bash at Virginia Zoo

August 1 2026

10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

The Virginia Zoo 3500 Granby St Norfolk, VA 23504, Price: THIS EVENT IS FREE WITH YOUR GENERAL ZOO ADMISSION AND TAKES PLACE RAIN OR SHINE!

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August 1 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm EDT

The sun may be setting on summer , but we’re squeezing in one last hurrah at our End of Summer Bash on Saturday, August 1st from 12:00 – 4:00pm!

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

Event Reminders

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.

Arts and Entertainment

Member Night – Tango’s Birthday Party

August 13 2026

10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

The Virginia Zoo 3500 Granby St Norfolk, VA 23504, Price: THIS EVENT IS FREE WITH YOUR GENERAL ZOO ADMISSION AND TAKES PLACE RAIN OR SHINE!

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August 13 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm EDT

No advanced reservations are required, but attendees must show their Member ID upon arrival. Gates will open at 5pm and the event ends at 8pm. The event will take place rain or shine.

Gates will open at 5 PM. Event ends at 8 PM. 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.

Arts and Entertainment

Virginia Zoo 125th Anniversary Event

August 29 2026

10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

The Virginia Zoo 3500 Granby St Norfolk, VA 23504, Price: Event is free with general admission or Zoo membership.

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August 29 @ 9:30 am – 4:00 pm EDT

Celebrate 125 years of the Virginia Zoo at this anniversary event!

Event is free with general admission or Zoo membership.

Activities

MORE INFO COMING SOON

Animal Enrichment Schedule – Subject to change
- 9:30am: Animal Ambassador Greeters
- 9:45am: Orangutan Enrichment (outdoor habitat)
- 9:45am: World of Reptiles Enrichment
- 10am: Animal Ambassador Encounter
- 10:30am: African Lion Enrichment
- 10:30am: White-faced Saki Keeper Chat
- 11:15am: Animal Ambassador Encounter
- 11:30am: Orangutan Enrichment (indoor day room)
- 11:30am: Masai Giraffe Keeper Chat
- 12pm: Animal Ambassador Encounter
- 12:30pm: Rhinoceros Hornbill Enrichment
- 12:30pm: Malayan Tapir Keeper Chat
- 12:45pm: Animal Ambassador Encounter
- 1:30pm: Cow Enrichment
- 1:30pm: Masai Giraffe Keeper Chat
- 2:30pm: Aldabra Tortoise Enrichment
- 2:30pm: Southern Cassowary Keeper Chat
- 2:45pm: Animal Ambassador Encounter
- 3:30pm: Animal Ambassador Encounter
- 3:30pm: African Lion Enrichment
- 3:30pm: Asiatic Black Bear Enrichment
Educator Chats
- 10am: Historical Educator Chat
  - Look into the past 125 years of Virginia Zoo history!
- 1:30pm: Future Educator Chat
  - Learn about the future of conservation at the Virginia Zoo!
12 – 4pm: FREE beer samples from Elation Brewing
Bounce houses
DJ: Astro Event Company
10am – 2pm: Photos with Tango the Tiger, Virginia Zoo mascot
9:30am – 2:30pm: Conservation Organizations
- Action for Cheetahs
- Elizabeth River Trail
- International Rhino Foundation
9:30am – 2:30pm: Community Partners
- Chrysler Museum
- Cinema Cafe
- Dogtopia – Ghent
- MOCA
- Nauticus
- Norfolk Animal Care Center
- Norfolk Botanical Garden
- Norfolk Public Library
- SevenVenues
- Tidewater Compost
- The Up Center
- Virginia Aquarium
- Virginia Opera
- Visit Norfolk

Available for an additional cost ($):

Animal Art & Enrichment Silent Auction in the Event Pavilion
Tumbeezy Cookies
Fairy Hair
Face Painting by Artfully Yours Face Painting
Virginia Zoo Gift Shop will be open from 9am to 4pm.
- 25% discount available to Members only.
- 12.5% discount available for Non-Members.

Food & Drink ($)

MORE INFO COMING SOON

Food Trucks ($)
- Glazed & Infuzed
  - From 8:30-9:30am, Members can receive 10% off their purchase as an exclusive Member Morning discount.
- Munchies & Such
- DC Smoothies
- Deutscher Imbiss
African Village Restaurant will be open from 10am to 4pm.
- Spiked Icees – $10
- Regular Icees – $3.50
Beastro will be open from 10:30am to 3:30pm.
Mini Melts will be open from 10:30am to 4pm.

Event Reminders

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. Event updates will be shared via the Virginia Zoo website, email, and, social media channels whenever possible prior to 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.

Arts and Entertainment

Teddy Bear Clinic at Virginia Zoo

August 15 2026

10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

The Virginia Zoo 3500 Granby St Norfolk, VA 23504, Price: Event is free with general admission and will take place rain or shine.

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August 15 @ 9:30 am – 12:30 pm EDT

It’s back-to-school season so let’s get a head start on preventing those sniffles and sneezes ! Help your little ones learn why it’s so important to visit the doctor’s office and how to maintain healthy habits by taking their favorite stuffed animal to the Zoo for a much-needed check-up .

Healthcare doesn’t have to be a scare – our educators, volunteers, and community partners are ready to ease kids’ anxiety by guiding their exploration of medical exams through play .

Event is free with general admission and will take place rain or shine.

Food & Drink (Extra Cost)

10am – 4pm: African Village Restaurant open
10:30am – 3:30pm: Beastro open
10:30am – 4pm: Mini Melts kiosk open

Event Reminders

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.

Arts and Entertainment

Breakfast with the Animals

July 12 2026

10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

The Virginia Zoo 3500 Granby St Norfolk, VA 23504, Price: Event is free with general admission and will take place rain or shine.

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July 12 @ 8:00 am – 10:00 am EDT

Are you a morning person who’s ready and roaring to go to the Zoo on the weekend? Join us for Breakfast with the Animals – an opportunity to rise, shine and dine with your favorite Zoo residents!

Flock to the Zoo with your fellow early birds and catch exclusive access to the trails before we open to the general public. Gobble down some grab-and-go breakfast foods, migrate to your favorite animals’ habitat, and get a bird’s eye view of how morning meals are made on the wild side.

Gates open at 8am and close at 9:30am. The Zoo will open to the public at 10am.

Event takes place rain or shine!

Each ticket includes various breakfast foods, exclusive access to animal’s morning routines, and all-day Zoo admission.

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.

Arts and Entertainment

Adult Night at Virginia Zoo

July 18 2026

10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

The Virginia Zoo 3500 Granby St Norfolk, VA 23504, Price: Please note, prices may increase as the event date nears, so don’t wait — early birds get the best deal!

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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.

Arts and Entertainment

Member Night – A Look Behind the Scenes

June 25 2026

10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

The Virginia Zoo 3500 Granby St Norfolk, VA 23504, Price: Price may vary

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June 25 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm EDT

At “A Look Behind the Scenes” on June 25th, members of all ages can learn directly from our dedicated staff about how we provide outstanding care for our animals! But this event isn’t just educational – you’ll also get the chance to ride the Virginia Zoo Express for free, enjoy an evening exploration of the Zoo, access free bounce houses, and more!

No advanced reservations are required, but attendees must show their Member ID upon arrival. Gates will open at 5pm and the event ends at 8pm. The event will take place rain or shine.

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 attending, you agree to abide by the Virginia Zoo’s Rules & Policies.

Arts and Entertainment

Maria Bamford at Attucks Theatre

December 6 2026

10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Attucks Theatre 1010 Church St, Norfolk, VA 23510, Price: On sale soon!

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Maria Bamford is revered for her deeply personal and experimental comedy about mental illness. She’s the author of the New York Times bestselling memoir Sure, I’ll Join Your Cult and is the star of four hour-long standup specials (Local Act, Weakness is the Brand, Old Baby and Maria Bamford: the special, special, special!) and the surreal, semi-autobiographical Netflix comedy series Lady Dynamite, about a comedian who suffers a nervous breakdown.

Maria was the first female comic to have two half-hour Comedy Central Presents specials and starred alongside Patton Oswalt, Zach Galifianakis and Brian Posehn in The Comedians of Comedy. She also created and starred in the cult hit web series The Maria Bamford Show, in which she plays all the characters.

Maria is often recognized for her prolific voiceover work, including characters on Big Mouth and its spinoff Human Resources, HouseBroken, Teenage Euthanasia, Santa, Inc., Bob’s Burgers, Bojack Horseman, Summer Camp Island, Adventure Time, Talking Tom and Friends, Legend of Korra, Puss in Boots, CatDog and PBS’s Emmy-winning series Word Girl. She played DeBrie Bardeaux on Netflix’s Arrested Development and recurred on the ABC hit series Fresh off the Boat. Other TV guest roles include Night Court, Life & Beth, Portlandia, Kenan, Mr. Mayor, and large recurring roles on Hulu’s Everything’s Gonna Be Okay, and Showtime’s Flatbush Misdeameanors. Maria was also Emmy-nominated for her guest appearance on the Netflix children’s series Ask the StoryBots.

Maria’s late-night appearances include The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Late Night with Seth Meyers, CONAN, The Late Late Show with James Corden and The Tonight Show. Her interview series What’s Your Ailment? deals with the various mental struggles of celebrities and is available on the Topic streaming service. Her Audible Original You Are (A Comedy) Special is a semi-mock instructional book for both standup and life.

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