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Norfolk Treasures: A September Member Adventure

Visit All Three Norfolk Treasures

September 1 – 30, 2025

This September, three of Norfolk’s most beloved attractions — Nauticus, the Virginia Zoo, and Norfolk Botanical Garden — are teaming up for a month-long Member Swap!

Member Perks September 1-30:
✔️ FREE admission to all three locations
✔️ 10% off shopping and dining
✔️ 1 bonus month when you join a new participating membership
✔️ A chance to WIN big!

Join Nauticus today to join in on the fun!

How To Enter

Throughout September, visit each location to complete a short survey and be entered to win one of three prizes! Scan the QR code at location during your visit, and after your final submission, you’ll be automatically entered into the raffle.

Prizes you could win:

GRAND PRIZE: A Carnival cruise for two from Norfolk *Blackout dates apply.

  • Nauticus 4 Membership + 4 Tickets to WinterFest on the Wisconsin
  • NBG Garden Family & Friends Membership + 4 Tickets to Dominion Energy Holiday of Lights
  • An exclusive behind-the-scenes tour at the Virginia Zoo
ZOO & NBG Member – Tickets
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This is your ticket to explore, connect, and rediscover the treasures in your own backyard.

MEMBER SWAP DETAILS

  • Enjoy free General Admission to Nauticus and the Battleship Wisconsin for up to 6 people per membership each day from September 1-30. Tickets must be reserved online in advance. Please click here to reserve your Nauticus admission tickets, and use promo code NFKSWAP2025.

    Upon arrival to Nauticus Admissions, please present your:
    ✔️ Admission ticket barcode(s)
    ✔️ Norfolk Botanical Garden or Virginia Zoo membership card
    ✔️ Valid ID
    Free General Admission does not include special events, guided battleship tours, educational programs or workshops, and other special member-access tickets. Free member swap tickets must be reserved online in advance; otherwise, regular admission ticket costs will be charged upon entry. Limited free member swap admission tickets available each day — if tickets aren’t available online, we hope you can visit us another day!
  • Access discounted Toddler Time tickets. Adult tickets are free! Simply reserve your toddler’s ticket, and use promo code NFKSWAPTT for free adult tickets. Toddler Time is offered from 9:30-10:30 am on September 24 and 27.
  • Receive 10% off in Elizabeth’s Gift Shop. Must present a valid membership card.
  • Enjoy $3 off adult tickets to any of the Victory Rover or American Rover cruises, plus the Naval Station Norfolk Bus Tours! Simply call Victory Rover Naval Base Cruises to reserve your discounted tickets as part of our swap, and present your valid membership card upon arrival to check in.
  • Join Nauticus during the month of September for 1 extra month FREE on your new membership (13 months for the price of 12!). Must purchase in person at the Admissions Desk and show a valid Norfolk Botanical Garden or Virginia Zoo membership card, or contact the Nauticus Membership office: membership@nauticus.org or 757-664-1005. View our member levels and benefits here.
  • Enjoy free general admission for up to six individuals (ages 3+), depending on membership level. Individual members will enjoy free general admission for one person. Tickets must be reserved online in advance: please click to reserve tickets here using promo code NFKSWAP2025. This promotion is not valid for special events and education programs.
  • ✔️ Tickets are only valid for the specific date and arrival time noted on the reservation. 
    ✔️ Tickets can be scanned directly from your smartphone or from a printed copy.
    ✔️ Upon arrival, Nauticus members must present reserved tickets and a valid Nauticus membership card at the Tollbooth.
  • Receive a 10% discount in the Garden Gift Shop. Discount not valid for special events and education programs.
  • Purchase a membership during the month of September will receive 1 extra month on their NBG membership! Nauticus members should present their membership card at the Front Desk to receive this special offer.
  • Enjoy complimentary general admission for the number of individuals covered under your level membership. No need to reserve tickets in advance, simply arrive at the Zoo with your Nauticus membership card and ID. This promotion is not valid for special events and education programs.
  • Receive a 10% discount on purchases in the gift shop and food service locations.
  • Purchase a Virginia Zoo membership during the month of September and receive two extra months – free.

Raffle closes at 5pm on September 30, 2025. Winners will be selected October 3 and contacted by email. Winners then have 48 hours to claim prize, after which a new winner will be selected. Winners must have an active Nauticus, Virginia Zoo, or Norfolk Botanical Garden membership in September during the member swap to qualify to win. Limit 1 entry per membership, regardless of holding multiple memberships across participating organizations. Winners will be drawn at random.

Cruise prize details – Black out dates apply on booking. No cash value for cruise. Cruise departs from Norfolk.