ZooGrooves: Girls Night Out

ZooGrooves: Girls Night Out

Fri, Sep 11, 2026 • 5:00 PM—8:30 PM

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Live Music Family Friendly

@ Everyone knows girls just want to have fun, so we decided to throw an all-ages party like no other at ZooGrooves: Girls Night Out! šŸ‘Æā€ā™€ļøĀ  Hit up your group chat, put on your most fabulous ā€œI Have Nowhere to Wear Thisā€ outfit, and channel all the main character energy as you paint the town (or should we say Zoo?) pink at this Belfast Brunch-inspired celebration! Think the best brunch vibes meet the most epic sing-along dance party 🪩  This is your chance to dance the night away while singing along to DJ Melody’s iconic girl power anthems setlist šŸŽ¤, strike an Instagram worthy pose with celebrity-themed photo ops (we see you Shane and Ilya) Ā šŸ“·, meet all-female Animal Ambassadors šŸ¦‰, toast to magical memories with brunch cocktails šŸ„‚, support wildlife conservation through a wild Silent Auction 🐯, and shop a market of 100% women-owned businesses. šŸ›ļøĀ The best part? You’ll still be home early enough to do your full skincare routine! 🧼 We’ll keep this request short n’ sweet šŸ’‹Ā ā€“ please, please, pleaseĀ get your tickets here! šŸŽŸļøĀ Event takes place rain or shine. **Attendees are welcome to bring lawn chairs, picnic blankets, etc. to enjoy the live music. Seating will not be provided. Get your tickets here! Event Map Activities Included in your ticket: 5 – 5:30pm: Greet all-female Animal Ambassadors 5 – 7:30pm: Animal trails and Goat Yard open 6pm: Meerkat Keeper Chat 6:15pm: ZooLive! Stage Show with all-female Animal Ambassadors Music by Melody & Co. Entertainment with DJ Mander Bracelet-making craft Conservation Card Games with GenZoo Submit your memories table Share your Virginia Zoo memories with us for a chance to be featured in our 125th anniversary time capsule. Silent Auction Bid on various offerings from local businesses — 100% of proceeds go to wildlife conservation! FREE flashing microphone for the first 500 guests to arrive Meet the ladies of the Zoo! Visit each animal trail to find a sign with aĀ curated playlist thatĀ representsĀ theĀ female animals at the Zoo and the women who care for them!Ā Scan the QR code on your favorite playlists and take them home with you! Greetings from the OV Sea Hags Available for an additional cost ($): Material Girl Vendor Market The Fairy Hair Company Artfully Yours Face Painting Love, Gioia Wuby’s Wings Of Great Value Messie by Jessie Messy Dots Co Bellas Creations imtrying.jpg Pop.Roxie Tumbeezy Cookies Stay Weird Vintage The Card and Cup Soy Vida Candles The Teal Eagle Boutique Lavender Designs Coastal Charcuterie Bounce House Food & Drink ($) Food Trucks: Hangry Girl Eats Delight Bites Sugar & Pearls J&K Style Grill Glazed & Infuzed Virginia Zoo Specialty Cocktails (while supplies last): All drinks will be served in a 12 oz. cup, $10 per drink. Brunch Punch: Francis Coppola Prosecco, Smirnoff Vodka, Pineapple Juice, Orange Juice, Fresh Strawberries/Raspberries, & Mint Peach Sangria: Riesliing, Peach Schnapps, Peach Juice/Puree, Soda Water, & Edible S...

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The Virginia Zoo

An AZA-accredited zoo with 700+ animals on 53 acres in Norfolk, VA.