Bug Club for Kids
Sunday, January 12 & 26
11:00 a.m.
Join the fun at Bug Club, where curiosity comes alive! Bug Club is perfect for little explorers, offering an up-close introduction to fascinating insects with their animal curators. Meet LIVE creatures like walking sticks, beetles, giant African millipedes, and more while learning about their incredible worlds. FREE with admission!
Story Time with Critter Visit
Saturday, January 18 & 25
10:00 a.m.
Join us in the Butterfly Theater for an enchanting Story Time where dynamic storytellers bring the rainforest to life with captivating tales about butterflies and other rainforest critters. After the story, meet Draco, Butterfly Wonderland’s beloved Chinese Water Dragon! Many of the delightful books featured in Story Time are available for purchase in the Butterfly Treasures Gift Shop. Don’t miss this exciting, educational experience for parents and kids alike—all FREE with admission!
Butterfly Brushstrokes Painting Class
Friday, January 24
6 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Bring a bestie or make it a date night and embark on a creative journey at Butterfly Brushstrokes. This expertly guided, delightful painting class promises an inspiring experience as each attendee crafts their very own “butterfly Picasso” masterpiece. All materials are provided in the price, ensuring a hassle-free and enjoyable session limited to 20 people.
$30/public; $15/members (covers supplies). Pre-registration required. Register on EventBrite here or call (480) 800-3000, ext. 206.
Waking Up with Butterflies
Saturday, January 25
8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. (Check-in at 8:15 a.m.)
Savor a serene hour, capturing the beauty of butterflies, birds, or reptiles through the camera lens. Join Butterfly Wonderland for an exclusive opportunity as Director of Animal Care & Entomologist Derek Kellogg stands ready to address inquiries about butterflies, plants, and the captivating rainforest ecosystem. At the same time, participants capture compelling images of one of Mother Nature’s most beautiful and delicate creatures! For people aged 18 & up, $29.95/public (includes admission). FREE for members. Registration required. Call (480) 800-3000, ext. 206. Tripods are allowed.
Travel with Butterfly Wonderland to See Monarchs in Mexico!
February 15, 2025
Join Butterfly Wonderland Director of Education Adriane Grimaldi Feb. 15-22, 2025 in Mexico. This is a bucket list kind of trip to visit three Mexico overwintering sites. See millions of Monarchs in the oyamel forest trees, visit beautiful cathedrals in Mexico City, and tour beautiful botanical gardens. 15% of the proceeds donated back to Butterfly Wonderland Foundation. Click on this link for more details.
For more information, contact Adriane Grimaldi at adriane@butterflywonderland.com.