An Octopus Occasion At Butterfly Pavilion
Butterfly Pavilion has welcomed a new 8-armed friend to our Water’s Edge exhibit. To celebrate, we are releasing special tickets that come with a huggable octopus plushie and giving our cephalopod friend a new name with your help!
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Colorado Backyard Exhibit & Play Area is Reopening!
We are excited to safely re-open our Colorado Backyard exhibit and play area to our members beginning on November 2nd and to the general public on November 7th!
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Make Monarch Magic in your backyard! The best way to add habitat for migrating monarch butterflies and other pollinators is to have the right plants they need for food and shelter.
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Monarch Magic is back!
For a limited time, we invite you to once again walk among hundreds of monarch butterflies in Butterfly Pavilion’s indoor tropical conservatory, Wings of the Tropics.
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Butterfly Pavilion is Open!
When you’re ready to visit, Butterfly Pavilion will be here to bring the fun and engagement you and your loved ones have been missing, while ensuring your health and safety.
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Who Needs a Habitat? (K-3rd grade suggested)
Join us for a virtual learning series, all about habitats!
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Become a Citizen Scientist
Citizen Scientists at Butterfly Pavilion make large-scale science possible.
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Kids Night Out
Take a night to yourself and bring your kids to Butterfly Pavilion for a fun night of invertebrate exploration and science learning!
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Spring Photo Workshop led by Bob Krugmire
Get in touch with your camera during this 2-day hands-on workshop
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Nature + Music
This event has been postponed at the request of the Boulder Philharmonic. We apologize for any inconvenience and will notify participants when it is rescheduled.
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Monarch Magic is back!
For a limited time, we invite you to once again walk among hundreds of monarch butterflies in Butterfly Pavilion’s indoor tropical conservatory, Wings of the Tropics.
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Girl Scout Day
Girl Scouts are taking over Butterfly Pavilion! Earn your Brownie Bugs Badge or Daisy Make the World a Better Place Rose Petal.
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Rainforest Yoga for Kids
DUE TO HEALTH RISKS REGARDING COVID, THIS CLASS HAS BEEN POSTPONED.
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Travel the World with Butterfly Pavilion
Monarchs in Magical Cities | Mexico | February 16-20, 2021
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Low Sensory Mornings
Come experience our exhibits in a unique way that meets the needs of your family.
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Nature Nerds Family Club
Explore exciting nature topics with the whole family. Workshops typically take place the first Saturday of the month from 10:30 am - 12:00 pm.
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Zoo Snooze Overnight Adventure
Get ready for a Zoopendous overnight at Butterfly Pavilion! Explore the secret world of the Pavilion after dark and experience our zoo in a unique way.
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Tripod Photography
Relish a quiet hour of tripod photography in the tropical rainforest before we open our doors to the public.
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Macro Photography
Whether you’re a paparazzo or can’t figure out your camera phone, join expert photographer Bob Krugmire for hands-on instruction that will teach you to maximize the potential of your camera!
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Rainforest Yoga
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.
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Beekeeping Bootcamp
Work alongside Butterfly Pavilion beekeeping experts and other beginner beekeepers, developing the skills necessary to achieve thriving beehives. Beekeeping Bootcamp is qualified through the Colorado State Beekeeping Association (CSBA)!
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