Behind the Scenes - Horticulture Tours

ATTENTION VLM MEMBERS:

To receive your member discount, first register/sign-in at the upper right corner of the page with the email attached to your membership. Member rate will appear at the time of check out.

This ticket does not include museum admission. 

This program will be taking place outdoors and is weather dependent. 

Behind the Scenes - Cold Blooded Encounters

ATTENTION VLM MEMBERS:

To receive your member discount, first register/sign-in at the upper right corner of the page with the email attached to your membership. Member rate will appear at the time of check out.

This ticket does not include museum admission. 

This program is one hour walking tour, please wear weather appropriate attire.

Teacher Appreciation Events

Teachers are invited to a special night on us! Bring a friend to the Virginia Living Museum and explore our immersive native habitats, meet live animals, enjoy refreshments, and check out our night sky in the planetarium!

Free admission for up to one teacher and one guest. All additional guests are $21.95. Discount will apply automatically at the time of check out.

Please contact the Reservations Office if you have any questions, 757-534-7410 or reservations@thevlm.org.

 

Night of the Living Museum 2025

ATTENTION VLM MEMBERS:
 
To reserve your ticket, first register/sign-in at the upper right corner of this page.
Member rate will appear at the time of check out.
 
Ages 2 and under are free but will need a 2 & Under Ticket to attend the event.
 
All-Access Tickets include both event admission and unlimited admission for the Fright Light Laser Show for the duration of the event.
 

Please arrive within your allotted timed ticket slot. Get your costume ready and come dressed as your favorite character or wild animal. Walk will be held rain or shine.

No refunds are offered at this time.

Big Bug Skies

Virginia Skies

  • TIMED ADMISSION TICKETS ARE REQUIRED. To purchase Timed Daily Admission tickets, add the Planetarium Tickets to your cart and return to TIMED ADMISSION TICKETS to complete your purchase.
  • Please ensure your Planetarium Tickets and Timed Admission Tickets are for the same date and the planetarium show is during a time you will be at the museum.
  • To receive the member discount, please click "Sign in" or "Register" in the upper right corner of the page. Discount will appear when you check out.
  • Call reservations 757-595-9135 or email reservations@thevlm.org if you have any questions.

Into the Deep

Virginia Skies (Evening)

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Laser Queen (Evening)

 

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The Wall (Evening)

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Dark Side of the Moon (Evening)

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Hypnotica (Evening)

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Laser Rock (Evening)

Sign in or register using the button above to receive member discount.  Member discount will appear at checkout. Discount for purchase of two or more shows is not available online. Tickets are nonrefundable.  

 

Behind the Scenes: Training & Enrichment Experience

ATTENTION VLM MEMBERS:

To receive your member discount, first register/sign-in at the upper right corner of the page with the email attached to your membership. Member rate will appear at the time of check out.

This ticket does not include museum admission. 

Recommended for ages 6 and up. Anyone under the age of 13 must be accompanied by a paying adult.

Wear comfortable shoes; tour may involve a short walk on the Outdoor Trail depending on the weather. Note that the tour will begin near a diet prep area where carnivore food such as meat, mice, and fish may be being prepared.

Star of Wonder (Evening)

Sign in or register using the button above to receive member discount. Member discount will appear at checkout. Tickets are nonrefundable.  

Winter Nature Nights tickets are required for this event. Purchase tickets here.

 

Holiday Magic (Evening)

Sign in or register using the button above to receive member discount. Member discount will appear at checkout. Tickets are nonrefundable.  

Winter Nature Nights tickets are required for this event. Purchase tickets here.

Laser Tribute (Evening)

Membership and multi-ticket discounts are visible in cart.  Tickets are non-refundable

Spring Break Camp - Full Day

Five day camp learning for K-3 children.

Monday - Friday from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm. Please bring your own snack and lunch.

Please read our Late Pick-Up Policy and agree below: Late Pick-Up Policy.

Please read our Photo Release Policy and agree below: Photo Release Policy.

To receive member discount, please click "Sign in" or "Register" in the upper right corner of the page.  Discount will appear when you check out.

If you have questions, please email reservations@thevlm.org or call the Reservations Office at 757-534-7410.  Thank you!

Public Ambassador Animal Encounters

This ticket does not include museum admission.

Public Encounters are for guests aged 6 and over.

Guests of any age can join a Private Encounter experience.

ATTENTION VLM MEMBERS:

To receive your member discount, first register/sign-in at the upper right corner of the page with the email attached to your membership. Member rate will appear at the time of check out.

Museum Mixers

Event held rain or shine. Tickets are nonrefundable and include one free drink ticket. Additional drinks are available for purchase. This is a 21+ event. ID Check at the door. 

Tickets will increase to $18 for non-members, and $15 for members the day of the event.

Attention Members:

"Sign in" or "Register" in the upper right hand corner of the page to receive member discount.  Discounted prices will appear at checkout. 

 

  

Winter Nature Nights

ATTENTION VLM MEMBERS:
 
To reserve your ticket, first register/sign-in at the upper right corner of this page.
Member rate will appear at the time of check out.
 

Please arrive within your selected time slot. The last time slot is 7:45 pm and the trail will close at 8:15 pm.

This is a rain or shine event. Please prepare and dress accordingly for the forecasted weather. 

For any questions, please contact the Reservations Office at 757-534-7410 or reservations@thevlm.org. You may also contact the front desk at 757-595-1900. 

Spring Break Camp - Pre-K

Five day camp for children ages 4 and up.

Monday - Friday from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm. Please bring your own snacks. 

Please read our Late Pick-Up Policy and agree below: Late Pick-Up Policy.

Please read our Photo Release Policy and agree below: Photo Release Policy.

To receive member discount, please click "Sign in" or "Register" in the upper right corner of the page.  Discount will appear when you check out.

If you have questions, please email reservations@thevlm.org or call the Reservations Office at 757-534-7410.  Thank you!

Timed Admission Tickets

ATTENTION VLM MEMBERS:
 
To reserve your ticket, first register/sign-in at the upper right corner of this page.
Member rate will appear at the time of check out.
 
If you have more than 5 people registered on your Family Level Membership, please reserve your tickets at the Front Desk to receive your discount.
 

Thank you, we look forward to seeing you soon!

 

Tea With a Teacher

Homeschool Days 2025-2026

Fright Light (Evening)

Teddy Bear Clinic

Registration is Free!  Please register one child with one stuffed animal per clinic appointment.