Special Exhibition: The Very Hungry Caterpillar 50th Birthday
Now-Aug 31st
Butterfly Wonderland is proud to partner with Penguin Publishing and acclaimed author Eric Carle to bring this one-of-a-kind exhibition that celebrates the 50th birthday of The Very Hungry Caterpillar. This limited time exhibition will dazzle and delight guests of all ages with live caterpillar exhibits, larger than life storybook pages, photo opportunities with colorful character backdrops, special character appearances and storytimes on selected dates, and lots more. See why this lovable caterpillar has captured the hearts of millions of children across the globe as the book comes alive at Butterfly Wonderland! Learn more here.
Kids Time: Critters & Crafts
Wednesday, June 12
10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
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!
Date Night @ Butterfly Wonderland
Friday, June 14
6pm-8:30pm
Make it a date! Take your favorite person on a date to enjoy light refreshments and the showing of the full-length version of Flight of the Butterflies movie in our full-screen theater. Tickets: $35 per couple. Pre-registration is required; call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210 to reserve.
Father’s Day at Butterfly Wonderland
Sunday, June 16
9am-6pm
Celebrate Father’s Day amongst 3,000 butterflies. Fathers receive $3.00 off admission at Butterfly Wonderland.
Butterfly Wonderland Summer Coloring Contest
June 1 thru June 21
Butterfly Wonderland invites your child to participate in the Butterfly Coloring Contest for a chance this summer to win a $50 Visa Gift Card.
Let your child work their artistic magic – Five coloring pages to choose from. One entry per child. Winning selections will be displayed in our hallway. Contest begins June 1 with the deadline Friday, June 21. New contest begins in July. Templates are available at www.butterflywonderland.com – under Special Events. We will announce the winner on Saturday, June 29 at 1 p.m. for June entries.
Contest Rules
- Pictures must be colored entirely by the participant. One entry per child. Please make sure to either mail them in or drop the off to Guest Services. No scanned entries will be accepted.
- Pictures must be colored with crayons, colored pencils or markers. One winner from each age group will be selected: ages 7-9, 10-12, 13-16.
- Write child’s first name and age on front of coloring sheet and on back, please list parent name and phone number.
- Entries will be judged on creativity and coloring skill. For more information, call 480-800-3000, ext. 204. Coloring contest entries can be dropped off or mailed to: Attn: Coloring Contest, Butterfly Wonderland, 9500 E. Via de Ventura, Suite F100, Scottsdale, AZ 85256.
Butterfly Brush Strokes at Night
Friday, June 28
6pm-8:30pm
Plan a creative night out with friends or date at Butterfly Wonderland with unique Painting class featuring artist Michael Danebread. Guests will learn to paint a beautiful butterfly. All paint supplies provided. Limited to 25 people. $25/general public; free for members. Light refreshments served. Pre-registration required; call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210 to reserve.
Waking Up with Butterflies featuring Butterfly Volunteer Tommy Tucker
Saturday, June 29
8:30-9:30am; check in 8:15am
Waking Up with Butterflies featuring Butterfly Volunteer Tommy Tucker
Guests are invited to enjoy a quiet hour photographing the butterflies and reptiles as they awake or catch that perfect photo of a new species. Ask your butterfly or reptile questions to our volunteer Tommy Tucker. Ages 18 & up; FREE for members; $25 (general public – includes Admission.) Pre-registration is required; call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210 to reserve.
Monthly Events
Butterfly Wonderland invites your child (ages 7 thru 17) to participate in a fun Coloring Contest for a chance for your child to win a $50 Visa Gift Card. Let your child work their artistic magic – four coloring pages to choose from. One entry per child per month. The butterfly can be colored any way you like – crayons, colored pencils or markers. Entries will be judged on creativity/coloring skill. Entries will be displayed in our building, so please make sure to either mail it in or drop it off to Guest Services. Contest begins June 1 with the deadline Friday, June 21. New contest will take place in July. Templates are available at www.butterflywonderland.com – under Special Events. We will announce the winner on Saturday, June 29 at 1 p.m. for June entries.
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. 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.
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 a local artist. 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.
A day that is dedicated to Senior learning and entertainment. Special talks all day from our knowledgeable curators. No summer camp field trips booked on Senior day.