Hours
Butterfly Wonderland is open 365 days a year.
Current hours this week
- Monday9 am – 5 pm
- Tuesday9 am – 5 pm
- Wednesday9 am – 5 pm
- Thursday9 am – 5 pm
- Friday9 am – 5 pm
- Saturday9 am – 5 pm
- Sunday9 am – 5 pm
Tickets
Admission windows close one hour before closing.
Wheelchairs & Strollers
Butterfly Wonderland is a fully wheelchair-accessible facility.
Strollers are allowed throughout the building, WITH THE EXCEPTION OF THE CONSERVATORY, due to fire and USDA code compliance issues. We recommend using backpacks or snugglies for very young children. Thank you for your understanding.
Weekly Schedule
Every Day
Koi Feedings – 9:30am
Enjoy koi fish feeding in the Conservatory every morning as aquatic experts share their knowledge about this unique and beautiful species. Meet “Hoover”, and the important role he plays in the pond that takes center stage at Butterfly Wonderland’s Conservatory! FREE WITH ADMISSION
Every Tuesday
Whimsical Wings – 3:00 pm in the Conservatory
Step into a realm of wonder as Butterfly Wonderland’s Education Specialists release exquisite tropical butterflies into the Conservatory. Capture the enchanting moment with on camera as these graceful insects take their inaugural flight. Feel free to engage with the specialists, asking any questions that may pique curiosity. This captivating event is included FREE WITH ADMISSION.
Every Saturday
NEW! Bugs & More Bugs! – 2:00 pm at Spineless Giants Education Cart
Creep, crawl, and get curious! Join one a Butterfly Wonderland expert “bug specialist” for a close-up look at some of the world’s most incredible insects—like walking sticks, blue death-feigning beetles, katydids, and more. It’s buggy, fascinating, and totally FREE with admission.
Every Saturday & Sunday
Stingray & Shark Feedings – 1:00 pm at the Tropical Waters Observation Pool
Experience the fascinating world of marine life during an engaging Aquarist Talk and Live Feeding in the Tropical Waters gallery. Listen to expert insights regarding the venomous round stingrays as well as Agatha, the remarkable horn shark, at the Observation Pool. This interactive presentation offers a deeper understanding of these incredible creatures, along with a complimentary horn shark education card to take home. This unique opportunity is FREE with admission!
Every 3rd Saturday
Leslie the Butterfly Fairy – 11:00am – 2:00pm
Meet Leslie, the enchanting Butterfly Fairy hailing from the Flutter Forest. Visit Butterfly Wonderland for a whimsical opportunity to capture wonderful photos with Leslie as she flutters about from late morning to early afternoon! Included FREE with admission.
Every 2nd & 4th Sunday
Bug Club for Kids
11 a.m. | Butterfly Theater
Ignite curiosity in the kiddos with an engaging story time and educational session focused on fascinating insects. Butterfly Wonderland experts and animal curators will lead this captivating experience, where the little ones can learn about these incredible creatures up close. After storytime, meet LIVE insects, from walking sticks and beetles to giant African millipedes and even more intriguing species! This event is FREE with admission.
Last Wednesday of Each Month
NEW! Senior Social
8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Start the day surrounded by beauty and butterflies! Senior adults are invited to enjoy a relaxed morning in the Butterfly Café with complimentary pastries and coffee, followed by a self-guided tour through the stunning Butterfly Wonderland. Admission is $32.95 and free for members. This morning social is for senior adults only; registration is required. To reserve a spot, call (480) 800-3000, ext. 204.
Butterfly Wonderland is proud to be an officially designated Pal Place, which means we’ve taking steps to be more inclusive for guests with autism and other intellectual and developmental disabilities. By partnering with Pal, thanks to The Butterfly Wonderland Foundation, we created a video social story so you can see what to expect, insider tips and a sensory scale to help you plan your visit while you’re at Butterfly Wonderland.
With Pal and Butterfly Wonderland, #EveryoneGetsToGo.
NEW!!! Sensory Bags Are Here for Guests to Check-Out
Our Butterfly Wonderland Sensory Bags are designed to help sensory needs in both adults and children. Filled with items that can help lessen sensory overload and also engage, the bag items are also easily cleaned and sterilized for multiple uses.
Each Sensory Bag includes:
• Ear muffs
• Pair of child sunglasses
• Caterpillar fidget item
• Liquid motion bubble timer
• Butterfly pop fidget
• Anxiety zipper
Ask for your bag at the ticket desk!