# Zoo Tales at the Virginia Zoo

> Program for families in the Virginia Beach–Chesapeake–Norfolk area (VA / NC). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Thursdays at 11 am (ZooLive! Stage or Africa Classroom, weather dependent); also the 1st…
- Where: Virginia Zoo, 3500 Granby St, Norfolk, VA 23504
- Ages: All ages
- Price: Included with zoo admission
- Schedule: Thursdays at 11 am (ZooLive! Stage or Africa Classroom, weather dependent); also the 1st Saturday of each month
- Organizer: Virginia Zoo
- Official page: https://virginiazoo.org/
- Last checked: Sat, Oct 24

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## About

Zoo Tales is one of the zoo's Animal Ambassador Experiences. Animal handlers bring out ambassador animals, show natural and enrichment behaviors, and tie each session to a theme and a conservation message. It runs at the ZooLive! Stage or the Africa Classroom depending on the weather, and also on the first Saturday of each month. Programs can be cancelled for animal needs, weather or staffing, so check the signs in the Zoo Plaza on the day.

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