Events & Programs

Get Close, Get Very Close. Butterfly Pavilion invites guests to engage with some new friends in Spider Zone, an exotic enclosure filled with hundreds of free-roaming orb-weaving spiders.

Join Butterfly Pavilion’s Senior Horticulture Director, Amy Yarger, for an unforgettable exploration of the darker side of the plant kingdom.

This hour-long class provides a nature-centric yoga experience to rejuvenate your mind and body. Surround yourself with exotic plants and beautiful butterflies, and meet other yoga enthusiasts in the community. No matter your skill level, Rainforest Yoga at Butterfly Pavilion provides a unique opportunity to de-stress, unwind, and revitalize.

Unplug, unwind, and make something by hand at this nature-centric pottery workshop — no experience needed. 

Step beyond the familiar and discover the incredible world of arachnids! This engaging course explores the biology, behavior, ecology, and surprising adaptations of some of Earth's most fascinating yet misunderstood eight-legged animals.

This hour-long class provides a nature-centric yoga experience to rejuvenate your mind and body. Surround yourself with exotic plants and beautiful butterflies, and meet other yoga enthusiasts in the community. No matter your skill level, Rainforest Yoga at Butterfly Pavilion provides a unique opportunity to de-stress, unwind, and revitalize.

During quiet sensory friendly afternoons, come experience our exhibits in a unique way that meets the needs of your family!

How do you capture all of the fine details and vibrant colors when doing Macro Photography? Join us for this three-part workshop where our instructors will teach you how to capture spectacular detail and colors in your Butterfly and Flower Macro Photography images.

This hour-long class provides a nature-centric yoga experience to rejuvenate your mind and body. Surround yourself with exotic plants and beautiful butterflies, and meet other yoga enthusiasts in the community. No matter your skill level, Rainforest Yoga at Butterfly Pavilion provides a unique opportunity to de-stress, unwind, and revitalize.

Step into the world of Toxic Terrors After Dark, an adults-only experience led by Butterfly Pavilion entomologist Cori Brant. Go behind the scenes with Cori as she shares fascinating insights about the species featured in the exhibit and gives you an insider’s look at how these incredible displays are designed and brought to life.

When the sun goes down, the adventure begins. Whether you're planning a unique date night, a fun outing with friends, or a solo mission of curiosity, Butterfly Pavilion’s Flashlight Tours invite you to explore our invertebrate zoo like never before — in the dark.

When the sun goes down, the adventure begins. Whether you're planning a unique date night, a fun outing with friends, or a solo mission of curiosity, Butterfly Pavilion’s Flashlight Tours invite you to explore our invertebrate zoo like never before — in the dark.

Get ready for a spooky-safe celebration where creepy crawlies take center stage! Wander through Butterfly Pavilion decked out in your favorite costume and discover why our invertebrates, plants, staff, and facility are the real treats of the season.

When the sun goes down, the adventure begins. Whether you're planning a unique date night, a fun outing with friends, or a solo mission of curiosity, Butterfly Pavilion’s Flashlight Tours invite you to explore our invertebrate zoo like never before — in the dark.

This hour-long class provides a nature-centric yoga experience to rejuvenate your mind and body. Surround yourself with exotic plants and beautiful butterflies, and meet other yoga enthusiasts in the community. No matter your skill level, Rainforest Yoga at Butterfly Pavilion provides a unique opportunity to de-stress, unwind, and revitalize.

Get ready for a spooky-safe celebration where creepy crawlies take center stage! Wander through Butterfly Pavilion decked out in your favorite costume and discover why our invertebrates, plants, staff, and facility are the real treats of the season.

Step into the world of Toxic Terrors with this VIP, adults-only experience led by Butterfly Pavilion entomologist Cori Brant. Go behind the scenes with Cori as she shares fascinating insights about the species featured in the exhibit and gives you an insider’s look at how these incredible displays are designed and brought to life.

One night. Adults only. Roam the exhibits after dark, get up close with our most venomous and poisonous residents, grab a drink, dig into interactive activities, enter the costume contest, and score exclusive access to Spider Zone.

This hour-long class provides a nature-centric yoga experience to rejuvenate your mind and body. Surround yourself with exotic plants and beautiful butterflies, and meet other yoga enthusiasts in the community. No matter your skill level, Rainforest Yoga at Butterfly Pavilion provides a unique opportunity to de-stress, unwind, and revitalize.

Get ready for a spooky-safe celebration where creepy crawlies take center stage! Wander through Butterfly Pavilion decked out in your favorite costume and discover why our invertebrates, plants, staff, and facility are the real treats of the season.

This hour-long class provides a nature-centric yoga experience to rejuvenate your mind and body. Surround yourself with exotic plants and beautiful butterflies, and meet other yoga enthusiasts in the community. No matter your skill level, Rainforest Yoga at Butterfly Pavilion provides a unique opportunity to de-stress, unwind, and revitalize.

This hour-long class provides a nature-centric yoga experience to rejuvenate your mind and body. Surround yourself with exotic plants and beautiful butterflies, and meet other yoga enthusiasts in the community. No matter your skill level, Rainforest Yoga at Butterfly Pavilion provides a unique opportunity to de-stress, unwind, and revitalize.

This hour-long class provides a nature-centric yoga experience to rejuvenate your mind and body. Surround yourself with exotic plants and beautiful butterflies, and meet other yoga enthusiasts in the community. No matter your skill level, Rainforest Yoga at Butterfly Pavilion provides a unique opportunity to de-stress, unwind, and revitalize.

Slow down, move together, and experience the magic of family yoga surrounded by hundreds of free-flying butterflies in our tropical rainforest.

Adaptations are the ultimate secret to survival! Join us as we dive into the diverse world of invertebrate adaptations and learn how these unique animals survive in ecosystems all over the planet.

We know that you love visiting the Butterfly Pavilion! We also know that one of the best parts of any visit is capturing photos of our gorgeous butterflies and unique insects. With our Beginning Macro Photography Class, you can join our resident bug photographer Bob Krugmire and learn some of the photography basics (along with […]

This hour-long class provides a nature-centric yoga experience to rejuvenate your mind and body. Surround yourself with exotic plants and beautiful butterflies, and meet other yoga enthusiasts in the community. No matter your skill level, Rainforest Yoga at Butterfly Pavilion provides a unique opportunity to de-stress, unwind, and revitalize.

Join us for an exclusive after-hours look at the newly reimagined Water's Edge exhibit and help us welcome our new Giant Pacific Octopus home to Butterfly Pavilion! Be among the first to explore the transformed space and meet its incredible new resident during this special Member Night.

During quiet sensory friendly afternoons, come experience our exhibits in a unique way that meets the needs of your family!

This hour-long class provides a nature-centric yoga experience to rejuvenate your mind and body. Surround yourself with exotic plants and beautiful butterflies, and meet other yoga enthusiasts in the community. No matter your skill level, Rainforest Yoga at Butterfly Pavilion provides a unique opportunity to de-stress, unwind, and revitalize.

Enjoy the serene beauty of Butterfly Pavilion—just for adults! Our 18+ evenings offer a peaceful, kid-free experience where you can wander through fascinating habitats, get up close with invertebrates, and marvel at free-flying butterflies.

This hour-long class provides a nature-centric yoga experience to rejuvenate your mind and body. Surround yourself with exotic plants and beautiful butterflies, and meet other yoga enthusiasts in the community. No matter your skill level, Rainforest Yoga at Butterfly Pavilion provides a unique opportunity to de-stress, unwind, and revitalize.

This hour-long class provides a nature-centric yoga experience to rejuvenate your mind and body. Surround yourself with exotic plants and beautiful butterflies, and meet other yoga enthusiasts in the community. No matter your skill level, Rainforest Yoga at Butterfly Pavilion provides a unique opportunity to de-stress, unwind, and revitalize.

Discover the beautiful world of monarch butterflies and explore their significance through up-close encounters!

Embark on the epic journey of the monarch butterfly and discover the secrets of this phenomenon!

This hour-long class provides a nature-centric yoga experience to rejuvenate your mind and body. Surround yourself with exotic plants and beautiful butterflies, and meet other yoga enthusiasts in the community. No matter your skill level, Rainforest Yoga at Butterfly Pavilion provides a unique opportunity to de-stress, unwind, and revitalize.

Celebrate the cultural impact monarchs share through festive activities, vibrant colors, and beautiful monarchs!

This hour-long class provides a nature-centric yoga experience to rejuvenate your mind and body. Surround yourself with exotic plants and beautiful butterflies, and meet other yoga enthusiasts in the community. No matter your skill level, Rainforest Yoga at Butterfly Pavilion provides a unique opportunity to de-stress, unwind, and revitalize.

This hour-long class provides a nature-centric yoga experience to rejuvenate your mind and body. Surround yourself with exotic plants and beautiful butterflies, and meet other yoga enthusiasts in the community. No matter your skill level, Rainforest Yoga at Butterfly Pavilion provides a unique opportunity to de-stress, unwind, and revitalize.

Choose relaxation and renewal with an evening of Sound Flow Yoga in Butterfly Pavilion’s Wings of the Tropics indoor rainforest. As you move through gentle poses, the harmonious sounds of singing bowls, musical instruments, improvised sound tracks, and butterfly wingbeats will envelop you and promote a deep mindfulness and connection to the natural world.

This hour-long class provides a nature-centric yoga experience to rejuvenate your mind and body. Surround yourself with exotic plants and beautiful butterflies, and meet other yoga enthusiasts in the community. No matter your skill level, Rainforest Yoga at Butterfly Pavilion provides a unique opportunity to de-stress, unwind, and revitalize.

This hour-long class provides a nature-centric yoga experience to rejuvenate your mind and body. Surround yourself with exotic plants and beautiful butterflies, and meet other yoga enthusiasts in the community. No matter your skill level, Rainforest Yoga at Butterfly Pavilion provides a unique opportunity to de-stress, unwind, and revitalize.

This hour-long class provides a nature-centric yoga experience to rejuvenate your mind and body. Surround yourself with exotic plants and beautiful butterflies, and meet other yoga enthusiasts in the community. No matter your skill level, Rainforest Yoga at Butterfly Pavilion provides a unique opportunity to de-stress, unwind, and revitalize.

Slow down, move together, and experience the magic of family yoga surrounded by hundreds of free-flying butterflies in our tropical rainforest.

Experience the Fluttering Hearts Escape at Butterfly Pavilion! Join certified massage therapist Siara Sweet from Sweet Wellness for a unique couples massage workshop amidst the enchanting tropical rainforest at Butterfly Pavilion.  

We know that you love visiting the Butterfly Pavilion! We also know that one of the best parts of any visit is capturing photos of our gorgeous butterflies and unique insects. With our Beginning Macro Photography Class, you can join our resident bug photographer Bob Krugmire and learn some of the photography basics (along with […]

This hour-long class provides a nature-centric yoga experience to rejuvenate your mind and body. Surround yourself with exotic plants and beautiful butterflies, and meet other yoga enthusiasts in the community. No matter your skill level, Rainforest Yoga at Butterfly Pavilion provides a unique opportunity to de-stress, unwind, and revitalize.

This hour-long class provides a nature-centric yoga experience to rejuvenate your mind and body. Surround yourself with exotic plants and beautiful butterflies, and meet other yoga enthusiasts in the community. No matter your skill level, Rainforest Yoga at Butterfly Pavilion provides a unique opportunity to de-stress, unwind, and revitalize.

During quiet sensory friendly afternoons, come experience our exhibits in a unique way that meets the needs of your family!

This hour-long class provides a nature-centric yoga experience to rejuvenate your mind and body. Surround yourself with exotic plants and beautiful butterflies, and meet other yoga enthusiasts in the community. No matter your skill level, Rainforest Yoga at Butterfly Pavilion provides a unique opportunity to de-stress, unwind, and revitalize.

Enjoy the serene beauty of Butterfly Pavilion—just for adults! Our 18+ evenings offer a peaceful, kid-free experience where you can wander through fascinating habitats, get up close with invertebrates, and marvel at free-flying butterflies.

This hour-long class provides a nature-centric yoga experience to rejuvenate your mind and body. Surround yourself with exotic plants and beautiful butterflies, and meet other yoga enthusiasts in the community. No matter your skill level, Rainforest Yoga at Butterfly Pavilion provides a unique opportunity to de-stress, unwind, and revitalize.

Join us for a unique opportunity to taste all of Sweet Bloom’s current coffee offerings in one immersive session! This class will introduce you to the fascinating world of coffee evaluation through cupping—the same method used by producers, roasters, and buyers around the globe.

This hour-long class provides a nature-centric yoga experience to rejuvenate your mind and body. Surround yourself with exotic plants and beautiful butterflies, and meet other yoga enthusiasts in the community. No matter your skill level, Rainforest Yoga at Butterfly Pavilion provides a unique opportunity to de-stress, unwind, and revitalize.

Are praying mantis insects or arachnids? Why do some look like flowers and others look like leaves? Come spend the day with us as we explore the world of praying mantises!

Embark on a journey to the depths of the ocean, where we will explore the extraordinary lives of deep-sea animals!

This hour-long class provides a nature-centric yoga experience to rejuvenate your mind and body. Surround yourself with exotic plants and beautiful butterflies, and meet other yoga enthusiasts in the community. No matter your skill level, Rainforest Yoga at Butterfly Pavilion provides a unique opportunity to de-stress, unwind, and revitalize.

Join us for an exciting adventure into the world of nocturnal critters, where we’ll discover the hidden lives of creatures.

This hour-long class provides a nature-centric yoga experience to rejuvenate your mind and body. Surround yourself with exotic plants and beautiful butterflies, and meet other yoga enthusiasts in the community. No matter your skill level, Rainforest Yoga at Butterfly Pavilion provides a unique opportunity to de-stress, unwind, and revitalize.

Is a monarch butterfly poisonous or venomous? What about a spider? Come spend the day with us and explore which bugs are poisonous and which are venomous!

Uncover the secrets of the largest creatures of the buggy world and create your own award-winning creature!

Discover the natural world’s top competitors in strength, speed and agility, then put yourself to the test to see if you can break these records!

This hour-long class provides a nature-centric yoga experience to rejuvenate your mind and body. Surround yourself with exotic plants and beautiful butterflies, and meet other yoga enthusiasts in the community. No matter your skill level, Rainforest Yoga at Butterfly Pavilion provides a unique opportunity to de-stress, unwind, and revitalize.