Bugging Out
May 23 – September 28
10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
General admission included ● Members receive free tickets
- Larger-than-life bug sculptures crawling across the Garden
- All aboard the Tram Safari a dynamic tram broadcast where guests will learn all about the wild world of insects surviving and thriving across Fairchild
- Flutter through the Butterfly Pavilion and immerse yourself in a colorful adventure surrounded by hundreds of free-flying, dazzling butterflies in a tropical paradise
- Bug Talks: Educational and interactive moments hosted on the Veranda in Science Village
- Bugs on Parade! It’s part dress-up, part performance, and all about having fun! (select dates)
- Wander & Glow through Garden trails, illuminated sculptures, and nocturnal magic after dark
- Buggy Bar & Boozy Blockbuster a 21+ garden party with bug-inspired small bites and craft beers (select dates)
- Outdoor movie nights featuring insect-themed favorites for all ages at Nighttime Bug Safari (select dates)
Join the mini march of the minis—bigger and buggier than ever! Kids dress up as their favorite insects and strut their stuff in a fun, interactive parade. Whether they’re fluttering, crawling, or buzzing, it’s a playful celebration of nature, creativity, and movement. Part dress-up, part performance, all fun!
Buggy Bar & Boozy Blockbusters
Dates: August 16 & September 27
Time: 6:00 – 10:00 p.m.
Adult $39.99 or Date Night for 2 $70
Members login for discounted tickets
Get ready for the ultimate mash-up of creepy crawlers and cinematic delights! Buggy Bar & Boozy Blockbusters invites you to step into a buzzing atmosphere where themed cocktails meet a showcase of cult-favorite films. Sip on handcrafted, bug-inspired drinks, mingle in a lively bar setting, and soak in the magic of blockbuster hits on the big screen. Whether you’re drawn to the quirky cocktails, the epic films, or the electric energy, this adults-only (21+) event promises an unforgettable night of laughter, entertainment, and surprises.
Nighttime Bug Safari
June 7, June 28, July 26 & August 30
Adult $39.99, Child $29.99, Date Night for 2 $70, Family 4 Pack $130
6:00 – 10:00 p.m.
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When the sun goes down, the Garden comes alive—so get ready to step into a glowing wonderland where nature shimmers and surprises hide around every bend. Glide through glowing trails that sparkle like starlit streams, surrounded by twinkling lights and fluttering fireflies. As you wander, you’ll find yourself swept into the Wings of the Tropics Butterfly Garden, open from 6 to 8 PM, where vibrant butterflies drift through the air like living confetti.
Keep the energy buzzing at our Bug-Tastic Bubble Dance Party, from 6 to 8 PM—an electrifying bash of beats, bubbles, and buggy dance moves that’ll have you hopping and wiggling all evening long. Need a breather? Hop on the Bug Tram Tour for a mesmerizing nighttime cruise through softly lit pathways, where the hidden world of nocturnal insects reveals its magical, mysterious side.
And just when you think the night can’t get better, snuggle up under the stars for Big Bug Cinema—featuring bug-themed family favorites on the big screen. Bring your blankets or rent one onsite, and wrap up your evening with a cozy, laughter-filled finale.
It’s one glowing Garden adventure you’ll never forget!
BIG, BIG BUGS!
