Shark Week Behind-the-Scenes Tour

Shark Week Behind-the-Scenes Tour

When

July 14, 2026 - July 17, 2026    
2:00 pm

2:00 PM | Limited-Time Experience that ends Friday, July 17

Go beyond the exhibits during this exclusive Shark Week experience and discover what it takes to care for some of the Virginia Living Museum’s most fascinating cold-blooded residents.

This special behind-the-scenes tour offers rare access to areas not typically open to the public, where you’ll learn how our animal care team works with sharks, reptiles, amphibians, and other ectotherms. Hear stories from our staff, explore behind-the-scenes spaces, and gain a deeper appreciation for these remarkable animals and the important role they play in our ecosystems.

Space is extremely limited to just 10 participants, making this an intimate, one-of-a-kind experience available only during Shark Week.

Details

  • 2:00 PM
  • Maximum of 10 participants
  • Ages 8 and up
  • Please note: This experience is not wheelchair accessible

Pricing
Members: $10
Non-Members: $15

Advance registration is recommended, as this experience is expected to fill quickly.

Book your experience here.

Heads Up! The Virginia Living Museum planetarium is CLOSED today for maintenance, but will reopen tomorrow. 

Wild Explorations

Heads Up! The Changing Exhibit Gallery, where our Wild Explorations exhibit lives, will close at 3PM today in preparation for an after hours event!