Holidays in the Wild: Holiday Market

Date and Time

Saturday, Dec 7, 2024 11am - 3pm

Location

Details

The holiday season just got a little more WILD at the Virginia Zoo! Join us for some wintertime festivities at our Holiday Market!

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

Purchase zoo tickets here!
The Zoo will be offering one (1) free admission with a donation to Norfolk Animal Care Center (NACC) on the day of the event. Bring a 5 pound or larger bag of dry pet food (any brand, flavor, or size animal) or three (3) NEW items off the list below:

Blankets and comforters
Towels and washcloths
Dog toys (especially for tough chewers)
Toys for cats and small mammals
Dog collars, harnesses, and leashes
Dog & cat treats
Small animals supplies
Donations can be made at the Norfolk Animal Care Center’s Waggin’ Wheels mobile unit located in front of the Zoo on the day of the event. Free admission can only be used on Saturday, December 7th and multiple donations can receive multiple admissions.

Activities
11:30AM: Animal Ambassador pop up in Event Pavilion
1PM – 3PM: Strolling carolers by Doorway Singers
2PM: Animal Ambassador pop up in Event Pavilion
2:30PM: Raffle prize winner announced
Every person entering the Zoo for the event will be entered into a raffle to win a 30″ Coca-Cola polar bear
Coco-Cola Caravan in the Fountain Plaza
Coca-Cola holiday ornament FREE to first 300 guests
Free photos with Santa
Coca-Cola merch available to purchase via QR code only
Norfolk Animal Care Center at Zoo Entrance
Train Rides ($)
Holiday themed wine options from Waters Edge Winery ($)
Holiday music in the Event Pavilion
Holiday Vendor Market (extra cost)
COMING SOON
Food & Drinks (extra cost)
African Village Restaurant
Food Trucks in Event Field
The Silver Fox
Flippin’ Hangry
Coffee Truck in Fountain Plaza
Instrumental Coffee
Thank you to our event partners: Norfolk Animal Care Center and Coca-Cola!