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Visit the Zoo
We are open every day from 10 am-4 pm except for the following Holiday Schedule:
Thanksgiving: Closed | Black Friday: Open 9-6! | Christmas Eve: Open 10-2 | New Years Eve: Open 10-2 | New Years Day: Open 10-4
Happy Holidays to the entire NOVA Wild community and thank you for a fabulous first year!
Opening Hours
We’re open everyday from 10am – 4pm, rain or shine!
FAQ & Practical Info
Find answers to frequently asked questions and other practical information for your visit.
This is happening
NOVA Wild offers exciting experiences and events all year round. See all events here.
Tickets, Season passes & Personal Experiences
General Admission Tickets include full access to the drive-thru safari and the stroll-thru portions of the zoo.
NOVA Wild is Northern Virginia’s only zoological park, formerly known as the Reston Zoo. Discover 30 acres that over 200 animals call home, including many endangered species.
Reignite Your Sense of Wonder
NOVA Wild is a non-profit zoo committed to animal welfare, education, and conservation. Explore our website to learn more about who we are and the values that guide us.
We work with leading experts in animal care, and our efforts are guided by the latest scientific knowledge — creating a space where wildlife can thrive and the public can discover more about our fellow members of the animal kingdom.