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Birthday Parties at Butterfly Pavilion

Welcome to the Birthday Parties Booking Page!

Please select the date and time slot you're interested in booking. To review our Parties page online or chek out the FAQ's please click here: https://butterflies.org/birthday-parties/

Birthday Party Details:

All parties include a 2 hour room rental (with 30 additional minutes before the party time to set up), a party host and general admission to Butterfly Pavilion for up to 30 guests (children under 2 don't count towards the total). You can technically have up to 39 guests, but any additional guests over 30 will be charged the group rate of $11/adult, $7/child, and these need to be purchased in advance.

Full payment is due at time of booking. The Birthday Party contract and final guest are due two weeks before the party. 

Supplies are an additional $50 and include tablecloths, plates, cups, napkins, and cutlery.

Caterpillar Package

$360 for members

$400 for non-members 

- Most basic package

- Includes party room rental, party host, and general admission for guests 

- You can request scavenger hunts to be available or for your party host and/or add a story time. Scavenger hunts will not be facilitated by the party host and are for you to do on your own either during or after the party.

Butterfly Package

$405 for members

$450 for non-members 

- Includes everything included with the Caterpillar package.

- This package is a Butterfly-themed party with a personal butterfly release where your party gets a front row seat to watch butterflies that emerged that day being released in our Wings of the Tropics exhibit!

Slime Party Package

$418.50 for members

$465 for non-members

Get ready for a slimy, sensational birthday party where fun meets science! Kids will explore the science behind slime in the invertebrate world through a "Does it Slime?" game, and then they will create their very own batch of color gooey slime to take home!

Bug Hunt Package (available May-September)

$418.50 for members

$465 for non-members

Make your kid’s birthday an adventure! Embark on a guided tour of the gardens and waterways surrounding Butterfly Pavilion, led by your party host, and equipped with a field guide. See how many fascinating invertebrate species you can discover along the way! You might even be able to catch one!

Spiders and Friends Package

$418.50 for members

$465 for non-members

With your birthday kid as their assistant, your party host will show the group different arachnid body parts and how they function using our live arachnid animal ambassadors, preserved specimens, and interactive magnets. Children can assemble magnetic spiders and scorpions while meeting these fascinating creatures and learning all about them!

If a date does not show availability please reach out to us as we may have other spaces available.

Interested in booking a Birthday Party for more than 30 people? Please email education@butterflies.org

Butterfly Pavilion Rainforest Yoga

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.

General Admission Timed Entry Tickets

Get your tickets online & save! Admission at the door is $1 more than online.

Tickets only valid for the date selected.

Front Doors lock at 4:15 p.m.

Tickets must be reserved for children under 2.

Please see Visitor Information or FAQ page for more information.

Looking for the best time to visit Butterfly Pavilion? View our live occupancy tracker!

Nature’s Most Deadly: An Exploration of Spider Venom and Beyond

This October, step into a world where invertebrates take center stage in an afternoon of suspenseful storytelling. You'll be drawn into chilling tales that explore the dark and mysterious ways these creatures interact with our lives. Prepare to be entertained, educated, and maybe even a little spooked as you enjoy themed teas and delectable treats.

What You’ll Experience:

Thrilling Stories: Experience gripping narratives that delve into mystery, murder, and scientific discovery, all centered around the strange and unexpected behavior of invertebrates.

Highlights include:

On the northern coast of Australia, where beauty meets danger, robust defenses protect against local predators. But when a mysterious killer starts bypassing these safeguards, scientists must race against time to save lives from an unseen threat.

In Southern California, a family of five is found brutally murdered, leaving detectives with few clues and countless dead ends. Desperate, they turn to an unlikely ally to track down the cunning murderer.

Tasty Teas and Treats: Savor a selection of teas and cookies that complement the eerie atmosphere.

Halloween Fun: Embrace the Halloween spirit by dressing up in your favorite costume and adding to the festive and spooky vibe.

Engaging Education: Learn fascinating facts about invertebrates in a way that’s both entertaining and enlightening.

Reserve your spot now for a night of suspense, learning, and Halloween-themed fun!

Please note: This program contains content that may be disturbing to some participants. Viewer discretion is advised.

Pollinator Gardening Bootcamp Package Pricing

Get empowered and equipped to transform outdoor spaces into pollinator habitat havens with Butterfly Pavilion's Pollinator Gardening Bootcamp workshop series! Workshops include educational lectures, interactive participation, hands-on outdoor activities, and personalized instruction. Join other curious and passionate pollinator supporters and gardening enthusiasts through the planning, design, implementation, and upkeep involved in gardening for pollinators.

*To obtain your certification, you must complete the 5 classes and pass the comprehensive final exam (open-book, research encouraged) with a 70% or better. *

Cost:

Member Package Pricing: $140 for all classes

Non-member Package Pricing: $160 for all classes

2025 class dates:

Sunday, February 23: Pollinator Gardening 101 - 9:30am - 12:30pm

Sunday, March 30: Plants for Pollinators - 10:00am-1:00pm

Sunday, April27: Pollinator Garden Design - 10:00am-1:00pm

Sunday, May 18: Pollinator Garden Preparation and Planting - 10:00am-1:00pm

Sunday, July 27: Pollinator Garden Maintenance and Care - 10:00am-1:00pm

Individual Membership

Butterfly Pavilion membership is your all-access pass to discovery! Individual membership includes:

  • Unlimited admission and benefits for one adult
  • Two one-time use guest passes
  • $2 off guest admission

 

Just for Two Membership

Butterfly Pavilion membership is your all-access pass to discovery! Just for Two membership includes:

  • Unlimited admission and benefits for one adult and one guest
  • Two one-time use guest passes
  • $2 off guest admission

 

Family Membership -

Butterfly Pavilion membership is your all-access pass to discovery! Family membership includes:

  • Unlimited admission and benefits for two adults and four children (add a caregiver for $15)
  • Three one-time use guest passes
  • $2 off guest admission

 

Family & Friends Membership

Butterfly Pavilion membership is your all-access pass to discovery! Friends and Family membership includes:

  • Unlimited admission and benefits for two adults and six children plus two guests
  • Three one-time use guest passes
  • 50% off guest admission

 

Pollinator Protector

Butterfly Pavilion membership helps support our research, conservation and education efforts.

Pollinator Protector membership includes:

  • Unlimited admission and benefits for four adults and six children plus two guests
  • Four one-time use guest passes
  • 50% off guest admission

 

 

Combo Membership with Children's Museum of Denver at Marsico Campus

Two favorite cultural attractions have teamed up to offer you two great membership packages at one low price!

Combo membership includes:

  • Unlimited admission and benefits for two named adults and six named children (add an unnamed adult for $36)
  • Two one-time use guest passes
  • $2 off guest admission

 

 

 

Individual Gift Membership

Gift the gift of science learning, invertebrate exploration and year-round entertainment that will engage and inspire!

Individual membership includes:

  • Unlimited admission and benefits for one adult
  • Two one-time use guest passes
  • $2 off general admission for additional guests each visit

 

About gift memberships: Fill out the online membership form with your recipient's information. Gift memberships are processed within 1 to 5 business days. Recipients do not receive an email confirmation. Gift memberships are sent via First Class mail to the address specified on the form. We do not guarantee delivery or arrival by a specific date. Gift memberships are activated in our system at the date of purchase and expire at the end of the month one year from the date of purchase.

 

 

 

Just for Two Gift Membership

Gift the gift of science learning, invertebrate exploration and year-round entertainment that will engage and inspire!

Just for Two membership includes:

  • Unlimited admission and benefits for one adult and one guest
  • Two one-time use guest passes
  • $2 off general admission for additional guests each visit

 

About gift memberships: Fill out the online membership form with your recipient's information. Gift memberships are processed within 1 to 5 business days. Recipients do not receive an email confirmation. Gift memberships are sent via First Class mail to the address specified on the form. We do not guarantee delivery or arrival by a specific date. Gift memberships are activated in our system at the date of purchase and expire at the end of the month one year from the date of purchase.

 

 

Family Gift Membership

Gift the gift of science learning, invertebrate exploration and year-round entertainment that will engage and inspire!

Family membership includes:

  • Unlimited admission and benefits for two adults and four children
  • Three one-time use guest passes
  • $2 off general admission for additional guests each visit

 

About gift memberships: Fill out the online membership form with your recipient's information. Gift memberships are processed within 1 to 5 business days. Recipients do not receive an email confirmation. Gift memberships are sent via First Class mail to the address specified on the form. We do not guarantee delivery or arrival by a specific date. Gift memberships are activated in our system at the date of purchase and expire at the end of the month one year from the date of purchase.

 

 

Friends and Family Gift Membership

Gift the gift of science learning, invertebrate exploration and year-round entertainment that will engage and inspire!

Family Plus membership includes:

  • Unlimited admission and benefits for two adults and six children plus two guests
  • Three one-time use guest passes
  • 50% off general admission for additional guests each visit

 

About gift memberships: Fill out the online membership form with your recipient's information. Gift memberships are processed within 1 to 5 business days. Recipients do not receive an email confirmation. Gift memberships are sent via First Class mail to the address specified on the form. We do not guarantee delivery or arrival by a specific date. Gift memberships are activated in our system at the date of purchase and expire at the end of the month one year from the date of purchase.

 

 

Pollinator Protector Gift Membership

Gift the gift of membership to help support our research, conservation and education efforts.

Pollinator Protector membership includes:

  • Unlimited admission and benefits for four adults and six children plus two guests
  • Four one-time use guest passes
  • 50% off general admission for additional guests each visit

 

About gift memberships: Fill out the online membership form with your recipient's information. Gift memberships are processed within 1 - 5 business days. Recipients do not receive an email confirmation. Gift memberships are sent via First Class mail to the address specified on the form. We do not guarantee delivery or arrival by a specific date.

 

 

Combo Gift Membership

Two favorite cultural attractions have teamed up to offer you two great membership packages at one low price!

Combo membership includes:

  • Unlimited admission and benefits for two named adults and six named children in the same household
  • Two one-time use guest passes
  • $2 off general admission for additional guests each visit

 

About gift memberships: Fill out the online membership form with your recipient's information. Gift memberships are processed within 1 to 5 business days. Recipients do not receive an email confirmation. Gift memberships are sent via First Class mail to the address specified on the form. We do not guarantee delivery or arrival by a specific date. Gift memberships are activated in our system at the date of purchase and expire at the end of the month one year from the date of purchase.

 

 

Butterfly Membership

Metamorphosis Memberships at the Butterfly level ($2,500) are for compassionate philanthropists who want to deepen their impact in Colorado and around the world. You'll also enjoy numerous benefits, including:

Chrysalis Membership

Metamorphosis Memberships at the Chrysalis level ($1,000) are for compassionate philanthropists who want to deepen their impact in Colorado and around the world. You'll also enjoy numerous benefits, including:

Caterpillar Membership

Metamorphosis Memberships at the Caterpillar level ($500) are for compassionate philanthropists who want to deepen their impact in Colorado and around the world. You'll also enjoy numerous benefits, including:

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