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Join us as we learn more about our eight-legged friends and engage with these miraculous creatures!

Explore the world of spiders as they take over Butterfly Pavilion!

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!

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

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!

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

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!

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.

Curious about beekeeping, but not ready to commit? Have you ever wondered what beekeeping is really like, but felt hesitant because of the time, cost, or commitment involved? This class is designed exactly for you. Beekeeping 101 offers a hands-on, approachable introduction to honeybees and hive care, without the pressure of becoming an expert or starting your own hive. It’s a chance to get a real taste of beekeeping: learn the basics, ask questions, and experience working with live bees in a guided, supportive environment. Whether you’re exploring a new interest, considering beekeeping in the future, or simply fascinated by bees, this class gives you the knowledge and confidence to understand what beekeeping truly involves.

*This class is geared towards adults but is suitable for 16+ with a parent in attendance*

Whether you’re a paparazzi or can’t figure out your camera or phone, join expert photographer Bob Krugmire for hands-on instruction that will teach you to maximize the potential of your camera! Leave with better skills, knowledge, and tons of fantastic close-up shots. Space is limited! Pre-registration and pre-payment are required.

*This ticket does not include access to all exhibits. If you would like to explore the full facility after the program on Saturdays and Sundays only, exhibit admission may be added at a discounted rate during check out.*

Experience a rejuvenating yoga class in our tropical rainforest. Led by one of our rotating instructors, classes provide an amazing opportunity to transcend the hustle and bustle of daily life as you practice amongst the butterflies in our conservatory.

Due to this program being in high demand no refunds or date change requests can be made for this program. All tickets are final purchase. Please note:

What to bring:

Water

Yoga mat (we do not have extras to lend out)

Towel (recommended to go under your mat so it doesn't get dirty)

Celebrate love, diversity, and invertebrates at Butterfly Pavilion's Adult Pride Night, an electrifying 18+ event you won t want to miss! Enjoy dazzling drag performances throughout the exhibits, connect with local LGBTQ+ organizations at community booths, and explore the Butterfly Pavilion kid-free during exclusive adult-only hours. 

Show up in your fiercest Pride look - we encourage costumes, glitter, and fabulous outfits! Just no full-face masks, please, so we can keep the space safe and welcoming for everyone. 

Come for the queens, stay for the butterflies - this night is all about pride, community, and nature! 

This is an 18+ event. 

Upgrade your experience with our VIP package, featuring a curated swag bag filled with exclusive, pride-inspired goodies including a reusable tote, Pride tee, unique insect-themed stickers and pins, and Butterfly Pavilion themed  Love is Natural  keepsakes to celebrate the occasion.

VIP guests will also enjoy access to additional reserved cocktail tables during the drag performance, located in shaded areas perfect for gathering and mingling.

Get ready for a wildly fun evening at Butterfly Pavilion’s Comedy at the Conservatory! Step into a tropical paradise filled with butterflies, laughter, and good vibes as we transform the conservatory into a one-of-a-kind comedy experience. Enjoy a night of clean stand-up comedy surrounded by lush greenery and fluttering butterflies in an unforgettable setting unlike any other.

Open to all - children and adults!

Location: Kneebone Open Space, Lafayette - 11218 Arapahoe Rd. 

Questions? Please reach out to Ashley White, awhite@butterflies.org

Experience a magical evening where music and nature meet inside Butterfly Pavilion’s Wings of the Tropics butterfly conservatory. This intimate program brings together live chamber music by Concertvation; a nonprofit that explores how artists and scientists partner to translate ecological data into sound. Rooted in the earth itself - from soil and root systems to forests and trees - this upcoming program will reflect on the natural world as both a fragile and a living, interconnected system.