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We are excited to announce our 6th Annual Colorado Pollinator Summit.  Each year we bring together nationally and regionally recognized pollinator experts to discuss strategies for protecting and managing pollinators in Colorado. The Summit is designed for organizations, agencies, businesses, professionals, educators, growers, land managers, researchers and volunteers actively working to conserve and protect pollinators and their habitats.

Conservation is a highly collaborative field, bridging multiple disciplines to help sustain biodiversity and biodiversity-derived ecosystem services. Pollinators are one of the most well-known examples of how we benefit from biodiversity, and how we in turn, can help conserve that biodiversity.  Through this summit, we will explore how we build knowledge of Colorado s pollinators, how that knowledge is used to inform pollinator management and policy, and what communities and partner organizations interested in pollinators can do to increase knowledge of pollinators and mitigate the many stresses that impact them.

Explore exciting nature topics with the whole family. Workshops typically take place the first Saturday of the month from 10:30 am - 12:00 pm.

COST:

Members: $6 Adults, $4 Children (2   12)
Non-members: $14 Adults, $6 Children (2   12)
Includes admission to Butterfly Pavilion

Please note:

Pre-registration and pre-payment required. Family Nature Club workshops are best suited for families with children ages 4-10.

30 person maximum per program.

Bringing a large group or have questions about ages? Call us at 720-974-1877 to see which tour can best accommodate you!

Programs are not eligible for senior discounts. Children under 2 years old are free of admission, but content is not well suited for this age range.

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.

Refunds/Transfers: If you are no longer able to attend, please contact Butterfly Pavilion 48 hours before your class and you will be given the option to transfer your registration to a different date. No refunds are given once the class has been purchased, unless Butterfly Pavilion cancels the class for any reason.  No transfers will be allowed after the class has ended if the participant is unable to attend. 

Monday November 22nd:

Monarch Magic: Have you ever seen a monarch fly by? How can these small, but mighty creatures fly so far? Join us as we cover the life stages of the majestic monarch butterflies, where they live, and how community scientists all over the world help gather data with the Monarch Watch program.

Tuesday November 23rd:

Bug Migration: How does a butterfly know to migrate? Do tarantulas migrate? Learn with us as we hear these amazing animals' stories on why they move great distances and why some bugs would rather burrow into the ground.

Wednesday November 24th:

Can You See Me?: Why do animals use camouflage? Come spend the day with us as we dive into the different reasons why animals use camouflage, and research the other ways animals protect themselves.

Discover the mysteries of invertebrates at every turn through this one-of-a-kind, immersive event!

Pre-registration is required. Up to 20 guests in each group. Minimum age is 5 years old - participants 17 years and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

Ticket Pricing:

Public Adult: $15

Public Child (2-12): $9

Groups of 5 or more: $11 per person

Member Adult: $12

Member Child (2-12): $5

Bug-A-Boo is back! Enjoy Trick or Treating through our exhibits with extended hours. October 22, 23, 29 & 30 ONLY! With a limited capacity, online tickets are required and included in general admission tickets. Front doors lock at 7:15 p.m.

Online reservations are required for Bug-A-Boo. SNAP/EBT holders & Library pass holders may call 303-469-5441 to reserve tickets for the 22nd-23rd & 29th-30th over the phone.

Colorado Backyard will continue to be closed 45 minutes past the hour for cleaning and reopen at the top of every hour.

Tickets only valid for the date and time selected. Tickets are non-refundable.

Please maintain social distance and limit your visit to 80 minutes and exit the facility.

Guests should check in within the half-hour following their timed entry with the exception of 4:00 p.m. tickets.

Front Doors lock at 4:15 p.m.

Tickets must be reserved for children under 2.

EBT/SNAP recipients can receive discounted tickets by showing their card to the front desk when purchasing tickets. EBT/SNAP discounts are not available online.

Masks are strongly encouraged for guests ages 12 and older.

Girl Scout Day Includes:

Access to all of our indoor and outdoor exhibits!

Scout self-guided scavenger hunt (which can tick off many steps!)

A full schedule of scout programs, all centered around bugs, science, and making our world a better place!

Several stations with crafts, activities, and discussions set up throughout the Pavilion for groups to explore at their own pace -- all based on the Brownie Bug Badge and Rosie Petal!

A reusable tote for having attended Girl Scout Day at Butterfly Pavilion!

Girl Scout Day Cost:

Individual Adults: $14 (members $5)

Individual Scouts: $10 (members $5)

Group Admission of 10 or more paying guests: $10 (adults), $6 (children 2-12) *If your group will have more than 10 paying guests, email boram@butterflies.org to get the group pricing*

Children under 2: FREE

*includes general admission as well as extra scout activities.

Please note: 

Pre-registration is recommended. Walk ups will be excepted but entrance is not guaranteed.

For Leaders: Scouts will still need to purchase the badges that they earn directly through Girl Scouts, but we will have discounted Butterfly Pavilion badges and patches available in the gift shop to commemorate your experience!  

For Groups: Siblings are welcome, please list them as a child ticket. One adult per group required. Must pay for the entire group with one payment. Advanced tickets are required.

Refunds, exchanges or transfers: Girl Scout Day at Butterfly Pavilion issues no refunds, exchanges or transfers.  Please do your best to get an accurate group count upon purchasing, as you will not be able to receive a refund.

Relish a quiet hour of tripod photography in the tropical rainforest before we open our doors to the public. Snap photos of awakening butterflies and exotic tropical flowers in the morning light. Sessions are offered monthly and begin at 7:45 am.

You may pre-register and pay online (preferred) or pay at the door.  Program is limited to 25 participants.

Cost:  $15 for non-members, $11.00 for members. Note: This session is self-guided. Participants supply own equipment.

If you are experiencing trouble with online registration, please email registrar@butterflies.org to sign up.

If you have questions about this program, please email boram@butterflies.org or call 720-974-1877

Wednesday December 22:

Snails and Slugs: Have you ever seen a snail next to a slug? What's the difference? Gather with us as we discover what makes a snail, versus a slug and how they like to shine bright like holiday lights!

Thursday December 23:

Beetles, Beetles, Beetles: Do you like beetles? If you do, this is the camp for you! Learn with us as we uncover the amazing qualities of these animals that make up most of the invertebrate population.

Monday December 27:

Bright Jellies: Do you know what a sea jelly is? Why do these animals light up? Dive down deep with us as we find out why they light up and what the various patterns and colors might mean.

Tuesday December 28:

Big and Small Jellies: How big can a sea jelly get? What is the smallest size of sea jelly? Spend the day with us as we learn about the different sizes of sea jellies and what that means for you the next time you go swimming.

Wednesday December 29:

Different Jellies: Sea jellies are only found in the oceans, right? Join us as we discover if sea jellies are found only in the sea and how they might change, depending on where they live.

Thursday December 30:

Cephalopods: Nautilus and Cuttles: What is a cephalopod? How are these animals similar? Spend one of the last days of the year with us as we try to answer these questions and discover how these animals relate to us.

Monday January 3:

Cephalopods: Squid and Octopus: How are an octopus and squid related? How can you tell them apart? Join us in the new year as we learn about these nautical creatures and how their colors, textures, and patterns help them survive.

Monday January 17:

Martin Luther King Day, Electric Pokémon: Join us for another spectacular day, all centered around electric type Pokémon! Learn about these amazing creatures and how they relate to animals found all around the world!

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

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

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

• Unlimited admission and benefits for one named adult and a second named adult, named child or unnamed guest
• Two one-time use guest passes
• $2 off guest admission

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

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

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

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

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

Science and Conservation membership includes:

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

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 named 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.

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 named 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.

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 named adults and four named 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.

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 named adults and six named 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.

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

Science and Conservation membership includes:

• Unlimited admission and benefits for three named adults and six named 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. 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.

Two favorite cultural attractions have teamed up to offer you two great membership packages at one low price ($235 value)!

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