Come join with us as Butterfly Wonderland celebrates Eric Carle’s The Very Hungry Caterpillar’s 50th Birthday with special craft activities, live caterpillar character, caterpillar fun facts, breakfast treats and specialty desserts. This is a parent/child breakfast. Limit is 30. Children (ages 13 and under): $10 & Adults $15. RSVP by April 5 to (480) 800-3000, ext. 210.

Tots, ages 3-5 enjoy an age-appropriate nature-related movie and special Eric Carle craft activity in the birthday room! Attendees are eligible for 10% off an annual pass to enjoy movie time again and again! FREE with admission.

Hundreds of recycled bottle caps have been repurposed into a sculpture of the iconic Eric Carle Very Hungry Caterpillar that will be unveiled to celebrate Earth Day! Butterfly Wonderland Foundation supports conservation and education.

Children can learn some basic art skills while painting a beautiful butterfly by local artist, Carla Keaton. Space limited to 15. Geared for ages 8 to 14; $15/children general public; $20/adults; if attending with child, free for members. Class does not include Admission to Butterfly Wonderland. Pre-registration required; RSVP by April 15 to (480) 800-3000, ext. 210 to reserve.

Every 3rd Saturday, elevate the experience in our Conservatory with live musical performance by Native American flute player Aaron White. FREE with admission.  

Practice yoga surrounded by thousands of butterflies. This hour-long class will guide guests through a series of yoga poses that help you build strength and gain flexibility. Ages 18 & up; $20/person. Pre-registration required; visit EventBrite.com to register or call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210.  

Tots, ages 3-5 enjoy story time in the birthday room, including fun education, stories and crafts featuring butterflies, caterpillars and more! FREE with admission; attendees are eligible for 10% off an annual pass to enjoy story time again and again!

A day that is dedicated to Senior learning and entertainment. Check schedule for daily talks from our knowledgeable curators. No school field trips booked on Senior day.  

Teachers get 10% off admission when they show their School ID badge. Come check out what an amazing field trip this could be for your classroom.

Teachers get 10% off admission when they show their School ID badge. Come check out what an amazing field trip this could be for your classroom.

Calling all Educators! We’d like to show our appreciation by offering a FREE event for Educators to visit OdySea Aquarium and Butterfly Wonderland and learn about field trip opportunities for your students. This event is open to Educators only…please, no family or friends (unless they, too, are educators!). Participants MUST register in advance and present school ID for admittance. Check in begins at 5pm.

Teachers get 10% off admission when they show their School ID badge. Come check out what an amazing field trip this could be for your classroom.

Tots, ages 3-5 enjoy story time in the birthday room, including fun education, stories and crafts featuring butterflies, caterpillars and more! Each session will feature a different Eric Carle learning activity. FREE with admission; attendees are eligible for 10% off an annual pass to enjoy story time again and again!

Teachers get 10% off admission when they show their School ID badge. Come check out what an amazing field trip this could be for your classroom.

Practice yoga surrounded by thousands of butterflies. This hour-long class will guide guests through a series of yoga poses that help you build strength and gain flexibility. Ages 18 & up; $20/person. Pre-registration required; visit EventBrite.com to register or call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210.

Teachers get 10% off admission when they show their School ID badge. Come check out what an amazing field trip this could be for your classroom.

Celebrate Mother’s Day amongst 3,000 butterflies. Mothers receive $3.00 off admission at Butterfly Wonderland and can enter a raffle to win a Vera Bradley “Butterfly Flutter” luggage. Enjoy special music from Scottsdale Strings Quartet from 11am to 3pm in the Conservatory.

Reserve your Homeschool students for a field trip and special pricing on these days by going to ButterflyWonderland.com, click Group Events and then Homeschool. Pre-registration is required.

Reserve your Homeschool students for a field trip and special pricing on these days by going to ButterflyWonderland.com, click Group Events and then Homeschool. Pre-registration is required.

Butterfly Wonderland offers a workshop teaching guests about Honey Bees and some of the challenges they are facing in our environment. Learn about these remarkable bees, beekeeping and honey. Honey taste testing will take place in the Butterfly Treasures Gift Shop. Free for members, $20 for general public. Limited seating. Pre-registration required; RSVP by May 13 to (480) 800-3000, ext. 210.

Children can learn some basic art skills while painting a beautiful butterfly by local artist, Carla Keaton. Space limited to 15. Geared for ages 8 to 14. $15/children general public; $20/adults; if attending with child, free for members. Class does not include Admission to Butterfly Wonderland. Pre-registration required; call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210 to reserve.

Every 3rd Saturday, elevate the experience in our Conservatory with live musical performance by Native American flute player Aaron White. FREE with admission.

Practice yoga surrounded by thousands of butterflies. This hour-long class will guide guests through a series of yoga poses that help you build strength and gain flexibility. Ages 18 & up; $20/person. Pre-registration required; visit EventBrite.com to register or call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210.

Tots, ages 3-5 enjoy story time in the birthday room, including fun education, stories and crafts featuring butterflies, caterpillars and more! Each session will feature a different Eric Carle learning activity. FREE with admission; attendees are eligible for 10% off an annual pass to enjoy story time again and again!

Visit Butterfly Wonderland’s new special exhibition "Very Hungry Caterpillar’s 50th Birthday”. It’s been half a century since The Very Hungry Caterpillar was written by Eric Carle. Butterfly Wonderland is proud to join hands with Penguin Publishing and Eric Carle to bring a special exhibition that celebrates this book and other works of Eric Carle. From caterpillars in the lobby to children’s activities throughout the facility, the exhibition will dazzle and delight guests of all ages. The exhibition runs for a limited time from March 1-August 31.  

Practice yoga surrounded by thousands of butterflies. This hour-long class will guide guests through a series of yoga poses that help you build strength and gain flexibility. Ages 18 & up; $20/person. Pre-registration required; visit EventBrite.com to register or call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210.

Especially for ages 4-8, get an up close and personal look at one of our many insects or bugs we have. Education Specialist Vicki Smith will also have a fun and educational craft activity. Meet in Multi-Purpose Room. FREE with admission; attendees are eligible for 10% off an annual pass to enjoy this fun activity time again and again!

Every 3rd Saturday, elevate the experience in our Conservatory with live musical performance by Native American flute player Aaron White. FREE with admission.

Celebrate Father’s Day amongst 3,000 butterflies. Fathers receive $3.00 off admission at Butterfly Wonderland.

Practice yoga surrounded by thousands of butterflies. This hour-long class will guide guests through a series of yoga poses that help you build strength and gain flexibility. Ages 18 & up; $20/person. Pre-registration required; visit EventBrite.com to register or call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210.

Especially for ages 4-8, get an up close and personal look at one of our many insects or bugs we have. Education Specialist Vicki Smith will also have a fun and educational craft activity. Meet in Multi-Purpose Room. FREE with admission; attendees are eligible for 10% off an annual pass to enjoy this fun activity time again and again!

Children can learn some basic art skills while painting a beautiful butterfly by local artist, Carla Keaton. Space limited to 15. Geared for ages 8 to 14. $15/children general public; $20/adults; if attending with child, free for members. Class does not include Admission to Butterfly Wonderland. Pre-registration required; call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210 to reserve.

Stop by the craft activity table in the café to make a bug, color or design your very own hungry Caterpillar. Education Department staff member will be on hand to assist your little one in these free craft activities and answer questions about our fun bugs! FREE with admission.

Visit Butterfly Wonderland’s new special exhibition "Very Hungry Caterpillar’s 50th Birthday”. It’s been half a century since The Very Hungry Caterpillar was written by Eric Carle. Butterfly Wonderland is proud to join hands with Penguin Publishing and Eric Carle to bring a special exhibition that celebrates this book and other works of Eric Carle. From caterpillars in the lobby to children’s activities throughout the facility, the exhibition will dazzle and delight guests of all ages. The exhibition runs for a limited time from March 1-August 31.  

Especially for ages 4-8, get an up close and personal look at one of our many insects or bugs we have. Education Specialist Vicki Smith will also have a fun and educational craft activity. Meet in Multi-Purpose Room. FREE with admission; attendees are eligible for 10% off an annual pass to enjoy this fun activity time again and again!

Practice yoga surrounded by thousands of butterflies. This hour-long class will guide guests through a series of yoga poses that help you build strength and gain flexibility. Ages 18 & up; $20/person. Pre-registration required; visit EventBrite.com to register or call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210

Guests will learn to paint beautiful butterflies by local artist, Michael Danebread. Space limited to 15. Ages 15 & up; $20/general public; free for members. Class does not include Admission to Butterfly Wonderland. RSVP by July 12. Pre-registration required; call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210 to reserve.  

Especially for ages 4-8, get an up close and personal look at one of our many insects or bugs we have. Education Specialist Vicki Smith will also have a fun and educational craft activity. Meet in Multi-Purpose Room. FREE with admission; attendees are eligible for 10% off an annual pass to enjoy this fun activity time again and again!

Children can learn some basic art skills while painting a beautiful butterfly by local artist, Carla Keaton. Space limited to 15. Geared for ages 8 to 14; $15/children & general public; $20/adults; if attending with child, free for members.  Class does not include Admission to Butterfly Wonderland.  RSVP by July 19. Pre-registration required; call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210 to reserve.  

Every 3rd Saturday, elevate the experience in our Conservatory with live musical performance by Native American flute player Aaron White. FREE with admission.

Stop by the craft activity table in the café to make a bug, color or design your very own hungry Caterpillar. Education Department staff member will be on hand to assist your little one in these free craft activities and answer questions about our fun bugs! FREE with admission.

Practice yoga surrounded by thousands of butterflies. This hour-long class will guide guests through a series of yoga poses that help you build strength and gain flexibility. Ages 18 & up; $20/person. Pre-registration required; visit EventBrite.com to register or call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210

Guests are invited to enjoy a quiet hour photographing the butterflies AND reptiles as they awake or catch that perfect photo of your favorite reptile or butterfly. Ages 18 & up; FREE for members; $25 (general public - Includes Admission.) Pre-registration is required; call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210 to reserve.

Visit Butterfly Wonderland’s new special exhibition "Very Hungry Caterpillar’s 50th Birthday”. It’s been half a century since The Very Hungry Caterpillar was written by Eric Carle. Butterfly Wonderland is proud to join hands with Penguin Publishing and Eric Carle to bring a special exhibition that celebrates this book and other works of Eric Carle. From caterpillars in the lobby to children’s activities throughout the facility, the exhibition will dazzle and delight guests of all ages. The exhibition runs for a limited…

There is no more tranquil place to practice yoga than within our atrium, with thousands of butterflies floating around you. This hour-long class will guide you through a series of yoga poses designed to help you build strength and gain flexibility, while centering your mind and relaxing your soul. Classes are all-levels and all are welcome! B.Y.O.M. (Bring Your Own Mat.). Check-in time is 5:15 p.m. and class begins promptly at 5:30 p.m.  

There is no more tranquil place to practice yoga than within our atrium, with thousands of butterflies floating around you. This hour-long class will guide you through a series of yoga poses designed to help you build strength and gain flexibility, while centering your mind and relaxing your soul. Classes are all-levels and all are welcome! B.Y.O.M. (Bring Your Own Mat.). Check-in time is 5:15 p.m. and class begins promptly at 5:30 p.m.  

Fun all weekend at Butterfly Wonderland Meet Butterfly Princess Leslie Campa on both days, classical violinist Jonathan Levingston on Sept. 1 as well as enjoy face painting all weekend. FREE with admission.

Fun all weekend at Butterfly Wonderland Meet Butterfly Princess Leslie Campa on both days, classical violinist Jonathan Levingston on Sept. 1 as well as enjoy face painting all weekend. FREE with admission.

Celebrate Grandparent’s Day amongst our beautiful butterflies. Elevate the experience with beautiful music by classical violinist Jonathan Levingston as he performs live in the Butterfly Conservatory from 11am to 3pm. Grandparents receive $3.00 off admission at Butterfly Wonderland.

Join us in Butterfly Conservatory Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday when our Education Specialist shares how we release our Tropical Butterflies. Enjoy some Q & A. Then enter the Conservatory and watch as new butterflies take their first flight in their new home. Touching of the delicate butterflies are not permitted but feel free to take as many pictures as you wish. Also offered on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. FREE with Admission.    

A magnificent opportunity for children ages 3-5 to receive an up close and personal look at one of our many insects or reptiles. Education Specialist Vicki Smith will also have a fun and educational story-time and craft activity. Meet in Multi-Purpose Room. FREE with admission; attendees are eligible for 10% off a Butterfly Wonderland annual pass to enjoy this fun activity time again and again!

Special HOMESCHOOL days at Butterfly Wonderland! Reserve your space with special pricing for these designated days by going to ButterflyWonderland.com, click Group Events and then Homeschool. A minimum of 10 is required to receive the discounted price. Pre-registration is required. call (480) 800-3000, ext. 206 to reserve.

Join us in Butterfly Conservatory Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday when our Education Specialist shares how we release our Tropical Butterflies. Enjoy some Q & A. Then enter the Conservatory and watch as new butterflies take their first flight in their new home. Touching of the delicate butterflies are not permitted but feel free to take as many pictures as you wish. Also offered on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. FREE with Admission.    

Special HOMESCHOOL days at Butterfly Wonderland! Reserve your space with special pricing for these designated days by going to ButterflyWonderland.com, click Group Events and then Homeschool. A minimum of 10 is required to receive the discounted price. Pre-registration is required. call (480) 800-3000, ext. 206 to reserve.

Especially for preschool thru 3rd grade, get an up close and personal look at one of our many insects or reptiles we have. Education Specialist Vicki Smith will also have a fun and educational storytime and craft activity. Meet in Multi-Purpose Room. Love bugs…stay for the Beetle Workshop at 6 p.m. FREE with admission; attendees are eligible for 10% off a Butterfly Wonderland annual pass to enjoy this fun activity time again and again!  

Meet Katherine Arguez (Mack) a PhD. student at Arizona State University who will share her passion of beetles and tell us some amazing facts about Coleoptera. She will bring some of her amazing friends and some displayed specimens as well. She has done extensive field research on beetles across the South Eastern United States, Mexico and Cuba. Come meet some amazing beetles up close. Cost is $10 for ages 13 & up; $5 for children ages 8-12. Must pre-register by…

Children can learn basic art skills while painting a beautiful butterfly by local artist, Carla Keaton. Pre-registration required; RSVP by Sept. 14. Call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210 to reserve. Geared for ages 8 to 17; $15/general public; $20/adults. Free for members.  Class does not include Admission to Butterfly Wonderland.  

Join us in Butterfly Conservatory Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday when our Education Specialist shares how we release our Tropical Butterflies. Enjoy some Q & A. Then enter the Conservatory and watch as new butterflies take their first flight in their new home. Touching of the delicate butterflies are not permitted but feel free to take as many pictures as you wish. Also offered on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. FREE with Admission.    

Learn about the Reptiles and Amphibians of the Rainforest from one of our Reptile Staff members. Get a behind-the-scenes tour and walk-through of the Rainforest Reptiles and meet some of our Ambassador reptiles. Pre-registration is required; call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210 to reserve. Free to members; General public: $10 for ages 13 & up; $5 for children ages 8-12.  

Take a special Behind the Scenes Guided Tour of Butterfly Wonderland with Director of Education Adriane Grimaldi and learn the behind the scenes facts, interesting tidbits and secrets about the building, the butterflies, reptiles, bugs and aquatic life. This behind the scene tour will be offered each Friday. Pre-registration required. Call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210 to register. Tickets: $8.00 for adults; $5 for children ages 3-17 in addition to Admission ticket. Limit to 12 people.

Especially for preschool thru 3rd grade, in celebration with BUGtober, get an up-close look at one of Butterfly Wonderland’s many bugs. Also includes an educational story-time and craft activity. FREE with regular admission. 10-11am. Butterfly Wonderland, 9500 E. Via de Ventura, Scottsdale. 480-800-3000. ButterflyWonderland.com

Take a special Behind the Scenes Guided Tour of Butterfly Wonderland with Director of Education Adriane Grimaldi and learn the behind the scenes facts, interesting tidbits and secrets about the building, the butterflies, reptiles, bugs and aquatic life. This behind the scene tour will be offered each Friday. Pre-registration required. Call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210 to register. Tickets: $8.00 for adults; $5 for children ages 3-17 in addition to Admission ticket. Limit to 12 people.

Children dressed as butterfly fairies or princesses will enjoy a special day just for them. Enjoy some sweet treats and refreshments and craft activities. A talking Butterfly Fairy will be hosting this event and a special Meet & Greet. Pre-registration and payment required, RSVP by Oct.11.  $15/adults and $10/children 13 and under. Butterfly Wonderland, 9500 E. Via de Ventura, Scottsdale. 480-800-3000. ButterflyWonderland.com

Especially for preschool thru 3rd grade, in celebration with BUGtober, get an up-close look at one of Butterfly Wonderland’s many bugs. Also includes an educational story-time and craft activity. FREE with paid. admission. 4-5pm. Butterfly Wonderland, 9500 E. Via de Ventura, Scottsdale. 480-800-3000. ButterflyWonderland.com

Take a special Behind the Scenes Guided Tour of Butterfly Wonderland with Director of Education Adriane Grimaldi and learn the behind the scenes facts, interesting tidbits and secrets about the building, the butterflies, reptiles, bugs and aquatic life. This behind the scene tour will be offered each Friday. Pre-registration required. Call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210 to register. Tickets: $8.00 for adults; $5 for children ages 3-17 in addition to Admission ticket. Limit to 12 people.

Take a special Behind the Scenes Guided Tour of Butterfly Wonderland with Director of Education Adriane Grimaldi and learn the behind the scenes facts, interesting tidbits and secrets about the building, the butterflies, reptiles, bugs and aquatic life. This behind the scene tour will be offered each Friday. Pre-registration required. Call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210 to register. Tickets: $8.00 for adults; $5 for children ages 3-17 in addition to Admission ticket. Limit to 12 people.

Take a special Behind the Scenes Guided Tour of Butterfly Wonderland with Director of Education Adriane Grimaldi and learn the behind the scenes facts, interesting tidbits and secrets about the building, the butterflies, reptiles, bugs and aquatic life. This behind the scene tour will be offered each Friday. Pre-registration required. Call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210 to register. Tickets: $8.00 for adults; $5 for children ages 3-17 in addition to Admission ticket. Limit to 12 people.

Take a special Behind the Scenes Guided Tour of Butterfly Wonderland with Director of Education Adriane Grimaldi and learn the behind the scenes facts, interesting tidbits and secrets about the building, the butterflies, reptiles, bugs and aquatic life. This behind the scene tour will be offered each Friday. Pre-registration required. Call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210 to register. Tickets: $8.00 for adults; $5 for children ages 3-17 in addition to Admission ticket. Limit to 12 people.

Especially for preschool thru 3rd grade, get an up-close look at one of our many bugs. Education Specialist Vicki Smith will also have a fun and educational story time and craft activity. Meet in Multi-Purpose Room. FREE with admission.

Take a special Behind the Scenes Guided Tour of Butterfly Wonderland with Director of Education Adriane Grimaldi and learn the behind the scenes facts, interesting tidbits and secrets about the building, the butterflies, reptiles, bugs and aquatic life. This behind the scene tour will be offered each Friday. Pre-registration required. Call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210 to register. Tickets: $8.00 for adults; $5 for children ages 3-17 in addition to Admission ticket. Limit to 12 people.

Children can learn some basic art skills while painting a beautiful butterfly by local artist, Alex Simonet. Space limited to 15. Ages 8 to 17; $15/general public; $20/adults, plus regular admission.  Free for members.  Pre-registration required; RSVP by Nov. 15. Call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210 to reserve.

Especially for preschool thru 3rd grade, get an up-close look at one of our many bugs. Education Specialist Vicki Smith will also have a fun and educational story time and craft activity. Meet in Multi-Purpose Room. FREE with admission.

Take a special Behind the Scenes Guided Tour of Butterfly Wonderland with Director of Education Adriane Grimaldi and learn the behind the scenes facts, interesting tidbits and secrets about the building, the butterflies, reptiles, bugs and aquatic life. This behind the scene tour will be offered each Friday. Pre-registration required. Call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210 to register. Tickets: $8.00 for adults; $5 for children ages 3-17 in addition to Admission ticket. Limit to 12 people.

Take a special Behind the Scenes Guided Tour of Butterfly Wonderland with Director of Education Adriane Grimaldi and learn the behind the scenes facts, interesting tidbits and secrets about the building, the butterflies, reptiles, bugs and aquatic life. This behind the scene tour will be offered each Friday. Pre-registration required. Call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210 to register. Tickets: $8.00 for adults; $5 for children ages 3-17 in addition to Admission ticket. Limit to 12 people.

Take a special Behind the Scenes Guided Tour of Butterfly Wonderland with Director of Education Adriane Grimaldi and learn the behind the scenes facts, interesting tidbits and secrets about the building, the butterflies, reptiles, bugs and aquatic life. This behind the scene tour will be offered each Friday. Pre-registration required. Call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210 to register. Tickets: $8.00 for adults; $5 for children ages 3-17 in addition to Admission ticket. Limit to 12 people.

Especially for preschool thru 3rd grade, get an up-close look at one of our many bugs. Education Specialist Vicki Smith will also have a fun and educational story time and craft activity. Meet in Multi-Purpose Room. FREE with admission.

Take a special Behind the Scenes Guided Tour of Butterfly Wonderland with Director of Education Adriane Grimaldi and learn the behind the scenes facts, interesting tidbits and secrets about the building, the butterflies, reptiles, bugs and aquatic life. This behind the scene tour will be offered each Friday. Pre-registration required. Call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210 to register. Tickets: $8.00 for adults; $5 for children ages 3-17 in addition to Admission ticket. Limit to 12 people.

Take a special Behind the Scenes Guided Tour of Butterfly Wonderland with Director of Education Adriane Grimaldi and learn the behind the scenes facts, interesting tidbits and secrets about the building, the butterflies, reptiles, bugs and aquatic life. This behind the scene tour will be offered each Friday. Pre-registration required. Call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210 to register. Tickets: $8.00 for adults; $5 for children ages 3-17 in addition to Admission ticket. Limit to 12 people.

Take a special Behind the Scenes Guided Tour of Butterfly Wonderland with Director of Education Adriane Grimaldi and learn the behind the scenes facts, interesting tidbits and secrets about the building, the butterflies, reptiles, bugs and aquatic life. This behind the scene tour will be offered each Friday. Pre-registration required. Call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210 to register. Tickets: $8.00 for adults; $5 for children ages 3-17 in addition to Admission ticket. Limit to 12 people.

Especially for preschool thru 3rd grade, get an up-close look at one of our many bugs. Education Specialist Vicki Smith will also have a fun and educational story time and craft activity. Meet in Multi-Purpose Room. FREE with admission.  

Children can learn basic art skills while painting a beautiful butterfly with local artist, Alex Simonet. Space is limited to 15. Geared for ages 8 to 17; $15/general public; $20/adults. Free for members.  Class does not include Admission to Butterfly Wonderland. 10am-12pm. Pre-registration required; RSVP by Jan. 10. Call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210 to reserve.

Especially for preschool thru 3rd grade, get an up-close look at one of our many bugs. Education Specialist Vicki Smith will also have a fun and educational story time and craft activity. Meet in Multi-Purpose Room. FREE with admission. 4-5pm.

Enjoy local Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community artist Alice Manuel as she demonstrates the art of basket weaving and its significance to her culture. Ambassadors from the SRPMIC Community will be on hand to share cultural traditions and history. Native American flutist/guitarist Aaron White will play in the Conservatory from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. FREE with Admission.

Especially for preschool thru 3rd grade, get an up-close look at one of our many bugs. Education Specialist Vicki Smith will also have a fun and educational story time and craft activity. Meet in Multi-Purpose Room. FREE with admission.

Children can learn basic art skills while painting a beautiful butterfly with local artist, Alex Simonet. Space is limited to 15. Geared for ages 8 to 17; $15/general public; $20/adults. Free for members.  Class does not include Admission to Butterfly Wonderland. 10am-12pm. Pre-registration required; RSVP by Feb 14. Call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210 to reserve.  

Especially for preschool thru 3rd grade, get an up-close look at one of our many bugs. Education Specialist Vicki Smith will also have a fun and educational story time and craft activity. Meet in Multi-Purpose Room. FREE with admission.

Especially for preschool thru 3rd grade, get an up-close look at one of our many bugs. Education Specialist Vicki Smith will also have a fun and educational story time and craft activity. Meet in Multi-Purpose Room. FREE with admission.

Nowhere better to discover everything one can about Mother Nature’s most beloved winged creatures than Butterfly Wonderland on this special day!  Make a point to visit all the education carts to meet seasoned butterfly experts who have special talks and information for all guests. Unique butterfly craft activities for kids from 11AM – 2PM! Free with admission. 9am-5pm.

Especially for preschool thru 3rd grade, get an up-close look at one of our many bugs. Education Specialist Vicki Smith will also have a fun and educational story time and craft activity. Meet in Multi-Purpose Room. FREE with admission.

Children can learn about amazing bugs in this fun class geared for children ages 4-8. Craft activity, story and special, featured "Bug Club" bug each week; possibly a Madagascar hissing cockroach, a giant African millipede, giant desert hairy scorpion or something more amazing!! BW Education Specialist Gary Wojton will educate children about these fascinating creatures. Registration recommended but walk-ins are welcome – space is limited to 10 children. Pre-register at 480 800-3000, ext. 210. Free with regular admission.  

Join the Butterfly Wonderland experts as they present short, educational talks about the reptiles and amphibians from the Rainforest Reptile exhibit. Watch Bennie the Ball Python climb his specialized rock wall or see how Puff the Chinese Water Dragon can purr like a kitten when his tummy is rubbed. FREE WITH ADMISSION. In the Butterfly Wonderland theater. Space is limited with proper social distancing.  

Join the Butterfly Wonderland experts as they present short, educational talks about the reptiles and amphibians from the Rainforest Reptile exhibit. Watch Bennie the Ball Python climb his specialized rock wall or see how Puff the Chinese Water Dragon can purr like a kitten when his tummy is rubbed. FREE WITH ADMISSION. In the Butterfly Wonderland theater. Space is limited with proper social distancing.  

Join the Butterfly Wonderland experts as they present short, educational talks about the reptiles and amphibians from the Rainforest Reptile exhibit. Watch Bennie the Ball Python climb his specialized rock wall or see how Puff the Chinese Water Dragon can purr like a kitten when his tummy is rubbed. FREE WITH ADMISSION. In the Butterfly Wonderland theater. Space is limited with proper social distancing.  

October is the perfect time to get outdoors and back in the garden. It's also the perfect time to think about Halloween or decorating your home with the bounty of harvest. Stop by for fun pumpkin painting applications and ideas from Alex Simonet. These designs for harvest decorating or spooky Halloween applications are sure to make your goblins and ghouls scream with delight! Due to COVID-19, Alex will be demonstrating her skills on pumpkins rather than faces or arms. Pumpkins…

October is the perfect time to get outdoors and back in the garden. It's also the perfect time to think about Halloween or decorating your home with the bounty of harvest. Stop by for fun pumpkin painting applications and ideas from Alex Simonet. These designs for harvest decorating or spooky Halloween applications are sure to make your goblins and ghouls scream with delight! Due to COVID-19, Alex will be demonstrating her skills on pumpkins rather than faces or arms. Pumpkins…

Join the Butterfly Wonderland experts as they present short, educational talks about the reptiles and amphibians from the Rainforest Reptile exhibit. Watch Bennie the Ball Python climb his specialized rock wall or see how Puff the Chinese Water Dragon can purr like a kitten when his tummy is rubbed. FREE WITH ADMISSION. In the Butterfly Wonderland theater. Space is limited with proper social distancing.