There’s always something new to discover at Butterfly Pavilion! Join Butterfly Pavilion’s interpretive specialists to learn more about the amazing plants and animals at the zoo. Daily programs include animal feedings, inverterbate encounters, interactive experiences, and more. During your visit, check in at the front desk to see our active programs as times are subject to change.

Active Programs:

Butterfly Encounter

Location: Wings of the Tropics
Times: Daily, 11:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.
Watch as newly emerged butterflies fly for the very first time and discover more about butterflies, rainforests, at Butterfly Pavilion!

Leafcutter Ant Feeding

Location: Legacies
Times: Once a day, daily
Step into the world of leaf cutter ants! Discover how these incredible insects grow their own gardens to feed their colonies.

Activities:

Junior Naturalist

Calling all young nature explorers! Dive into the world of invertebrates, conservation and excitement with our Junior Naturalist Adventure Guide at Butterfly Pavilion. Young learners will have the opportunity to explore exhibits, indulge in fun activities, and unlock the wonders of invertebrates while earning a certificate and button! The Junior Naturalist Adventure Guide will be available for purchase at the Front Desk or in advance through our website. Members enjoy a special reduced price of $3, and Non-members pay $5.

Butterfly Quest

Butterfly Quest is a unique opportunity to assist with Butterfly Pavilion research, while exploring the world of animal behavior. Help observe tagged butterflies, record meaningful data, and share your discoveries — all on your phone. By canning the QR codes in Wings of the Tropics and participating in Butterfly Quest, you are helping our scientists shape animal welfare here and in zoos around the world!

Audio Tour

Try our new self-guided audio tour!

Explore Butterfly Pavilion at your own pace by scanning the QR codes on green signs located throughout our exhibits. The tour takes you through Crawl-A-See-Em, Water’s Edge, Wings of the Tropics, Legacies, and the Outdoor Discovery Gardens, highlighting the invertebrate species in our care and the important connections they have with their ecosystems, and with us. Listen to the full tour or choose the exhibits that interest you most, it’s completely up to you! If you need help finding the next stop, check the map or ask a team member.