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Bugging Out!

Fairchild is crawling with excitement—literally! This summer, Bugging Out at Fairchild is bigger and buggier than ever with towering robotic insects, a brand-new walk-through butterfly pavilion, and live encounters with some of the coolest creatures in the insect kingdom.

Discover 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.
Wander & Glow through Garden trails, illuminated sculptures, and nocturnal magic after dark.

Experience extra-special bugtastic thrills with us!

Bugs on Parade!

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!

Bug Talks

All aboard for Bugging Out: Live! a dynamic tram broadcast where guests will learn all about the wild world of insects surviving and thriving across Fairchild.

* Tram Safari departs from Tram Plaza at scheduled time. Pickup your timed reservation ticket at the Bugging OUT-post.

The Bug-N-Grub Night Crawl

Sip bug-inspired cocktails, graze on themed picnic baskets, and catch cult-favorite films under the stars—this adults-only garden party delivers a wild mix of drinks, bites, and big-screen magic. Mingle at the Buggy Bar, explore the after-hours Garden vibes, and unwind with bold flavors and cinematic favorites. It’s a night of bugs, booze, and blockbuster fun—no kids, no fluff, just unforgettable memories.

The Twilight Bug Safari & Light Show

Hop on our Twilight Bug Safari, experience the rare sightings of butterflies at night in our Wings of the Tropics Butterfly Exhibit, dance your buggy hearts out at our Bubble Bash Dance Dash. Then end the night cozied up watching a bug-themed and family-friendly film at our Big Bug Cinema!