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Events

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Special Events at the Metro Richmond Zoo

View upcoming events at the park or plan your own corporate event or birthday party.

Upcoming Events

RUN WILD RACES

May 3, 2025

5K & 10K race at the zoo, 1 mile Mini fun run, and Wild Ninja obstacle course for conservation

RUN WILD RACES

Fall 2025 – Date TBD

5K & 10K race at the zoo, 1 mile Mini fun run, and Wild Ninja obstacle course for conservation

MIRACLE OF CHRISTMAS

December 20, 21, 22; 2025

Join us for a live re-enactment of the Nativity story featuring animals from the zoo

FREE Christmas Event

Plan Your Own Event

Complete our inquiry form below for more information about corporate events and birthday parties. After submitting it, a team member will review it and get back to you soon.

Upcoming Events

RUN WILD RACES

May 3, 2025

5K & 10K race at the zoo, 1 mile Mini fun run, and Wild Ninja obstacle course for conservation

MIRACLE OF CHRISTMAS

December 20, 21, 22; 2025

Join us for a live re-enactment of the Nativity story featuring animals from the zoo

FREE Christmas Event

RUN WILD RACES

Fall 2025 – Date TBD

5K & 10K race at the zoo, 1 mile Mini fun run, and Wild Ninja obstacle course for conservation

Plan Your Own Event

Complete our inquiry form below for more information about corporate events and birthday parties. After submitting it, a team member will review it and get back to you soon.

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