Learn the tips and tricks for taking beautiful nature photographs with smartphones! This class will be taught by Paul Valach. The cost is $20/person; free for members. Call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210 for reservations.

Tots, ages 2-5, enjoy story time in the birthday room, including fun education, stories and crafts featuring butterflies, caterpillars and more! FREE with admission; attendees are eligible for 10% off an annual pass to enjoy story time again and again!

Guests will learn to paint beautiful butterflies by local artist, Carla Keaton. Space limited to 15. Ages 15 & up; $20/general public; free for members. Class does not include Admission to Butterfly Wonderland. Pre-registration required; call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210 to reserve.

Elevate the experience with Native American musician Lathaniel White as he performs live in the lobby. FREE with admission.

Practice yoga surrounded by thousands of butterflies. This hour-long class will guide guests through a series of yoga poses that help you build strength and gain flexibility. Ages 18 & up; $20/person. Pre-registration required.  Visit EventBrite.com to register or call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210.

Tots, ages 2-5 enjoy an age-appropriate nature-related movie in the birthday room! Attendees are eligible for 10% off an annual pass to enjoy movie time again and again! FREE with admission.

Children can learn some basic art skills while painting a beautiful butterfly by local artist, Carla Keaton. Space limited to 15. Geared for ages 8 to 17; $15/general public; free for members. Class does not include Admission to Butterfly Wonderland. Pre-registration required; call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210 to reserve.

Every 3rd Saturday, elevate the experience in our Conservatory with live musical performance by Aaron White. FREE with admission.

Tots, ages 2-5, enjoy story time in the birthday room, including fun education, stories and crafts featuring butterflies, caterpillars and more! FREE with admission; attendees are eligible for 10% off an annual pass to enjoy story time again and again!

Practice yoga surrounded by thousands of butterflies. This hour-long class will guide guests through a series of yoga poses that help you build strength and gain flexibility. Ages 18 & up; $20/person. Pre-registration required.  Visit EventBrite.com to register or call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210.

Guests are invited to enjoy a quiet hour photographing the butterflies and reptiles from 8:30-9:30 in the quiet of the morning to catch that perfect photo of a new species as they awake. Ages 18 & up; FREE for members; $25 (general public – Includes Admission.) Pre-registration is required; call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210 to reserve.

Guests will learn to paint beautiful butterflies by local artist, Carla Keaton. Space limited to 15. Ages 15 & up; $20/general public; free for members. Class does not include Admission to Butterfly Wonderland. Pre-registration required; call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210 to reserve.

  Fun all weekend! Meet Butterfly Princess Leslie Campa on both days, Scottsdale Strings on Sept. 2 as well as enjoy face painting all weekend. FREE with admission.

  Celebrate Grandparent’s Day amongst our beautiful butterflies. Grandparents receive $3.00 off admission at Butterfly Wonderland.

  Meet in Southern Arizona to learn how to tag Monarch butterflies with Director of Education Adriane Grimaldi and volunteer Tommy Tucker. Observe Monarchs in their natural habitat as they make their way to Mexico. The terrain is level, however there are some uneven areas so proper shoes are recommended. Bring camera, hat, water, sunscreen and sack lunch. Cost is $20 for members; $25 for general public. Proceeds benefit the Butterfly Wonderland 501c3 Foundation and Southwest Monarch Study. Pre-registration is…

  Come learn about our Reptiles and Amphibians of the Rainforest from one of our Reptile Staff members. Meet some of our Ambassador reptiles. Get a behind the scenes tour and do a walk-through of Rainforest reptiles exhibit for more in-depth info. Free to members; General public: $10 for ages 13 & up; $5 for children ages 4-12. Pre-registration is required; call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210 to reserve.

  Reserve your Homeschool students for a field trip and special pricing on these days by going to ButterflyWonderland.com, click Group Events and then Homeschool. A minimum of 10 is required to get discounted price. Pre-registration is required. call (480) 800-3000, ext. 206 to reserve.

  Reserve your Homeschool students for a field trip and special pricing on these days by going to ButterflyWonderland.com, click Group Events and then Homeschool. A minimum of 10 is required to get discounted price. Pre-registration is required. call (480) 800-3000, ext. 206 to reserve.

Plan a creative night out with friends or date at Butterfly Wonderland with unique Painting class featuring artist Carla Keaton. Guests will learn to paint a beautiful butterfly. All paint supplies provided. Limited to 25 people. $25/general public; free for members. Light refreshments served. Pre-registration required; call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210 to reserve

  A fun, educational and interesting lecture with Butterfly Wonderland’s Entomology Curator Lauren Davidson who offers insights into the world of bugs and dispelling common bug myths.  Meet some of these bugs up close and even enjoy a sampling of edible insect treats. All ages invited.  Free for members, $10 for ages 13 & up; $5 for children ages 4-12. Limited seating. Call (480 800-3000, ext. 210 to reserve.

Learn how to attract local varieties of butterflies to your garden. Find out what plants will attract Arizona butterflies and we will then carpool to a close-by butterfly garden and learn more about Monarchs and other Arizona butterflies. Class instructed by Docent Tommy Tucker and Director of Education Adriane Grimaldi. Free for Members; $10 for general public. Pre-register by calling (480) 800-3000, ext. 210.

Enjoy reptile talks and demonstrations, facepainting, children’s coloring table, educational carts with tons of reptile facts. Children dressed as reptiles will receive $3 discount on admission.

Children dressed as butterfly princesses will enjoy a special day just for them. Have your picture taken with Butterfly Princess Anastasia, craft activity and light refreshments. Cost: $10 per person (adult or child) FREE for Members. Limit to 30. Pre-registration required. (480) 800-3000, ext. 210.

Honor our Veterans this Veteran’s Day amongst 3,000 butterflies. Receive $3.00 off admission at Butterfly Wonderland with Military ID.

See the beautiful 7 ft. tall Angel in the Butterfly Wonderland Conservatory starting Nov. 23 thru Dec. 28. Festive décor and live music with Aaron White and Scottsdale Strings – call for specific entertainment schedule. Friday, Saturday, Sunday, November 23-25 Every Saturday & Sunday, Dec 1-2, 8-9, 15-16 Saturday, Sunday, Monday, December 22-24 Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Dec 26-28

Enjoy local Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian community artist Alice Manuel as she demonstrates how to weave Native American baskets. She will share information about the art of basket weaving and its significance to their culture. Ambassadors from the SRPMIC Community will be on hand to share about cultural traditions and history. Join us for Native American flute and guitar music by Aaron White who will be in Conservatory from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. FREE with Admission.

Enjoy light refreshments and the showing of the full-length version of Flight of the Butterflies movie in our full-screen theater. Tickets: $35 per couple. Pre-registration is required; call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210 to reserve.

Enjoy local Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian community artist Alice Manuel as she demonstrates how to weave Native American baskets. She will share information about the art of basket weaving and its significance to their culture. Ambassadors from the SRPMIC Community will be on hand to share about cultural traditions and history. Join us for Native American flute and guitar music by Aaron White who will be in Conservatory from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. FREE with Admission.

Plan a creative night out with friends or date at Butterfly Wonderland with unique Painting class featuring artist Carla Keaton. Guests will learn to paint a beautiful butterfly. All paint supplies provided. Limited to 25 people. $25/general public; free for members. Light refreshments served. Pre-registration required; call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210 to reserve

Ideal for beginners, this easy hike to Sears Kay Ruins and Rackensack Canyon offers viewing of Arizona’s spring butterflies. Trip leader is Director of Education Adriane Grimaldi. Bring a sack lunch, camera, hat, water, sunscreen and comfortable hiking shoes. $10 per person. Pre-registration is required; call 480.800.3000, ext. 210 to reserve.

Butterfly Wonderland invites your child to participate in the Butterfly Coloring Contest for a chance this summer to win a $50 Visa Gift Card. Let your child work their artistic magic – Five coloring pages to choose from. One entry per child. Winning selections will be displayed in our hallway. Contest begins June 1 with the deadline Friday, June 21. New contest begins in July. Templates are available at www.butterflywonderland.com – under Special Events. We will announce the winner on…

Especially for ages 4-8, get an up close and personal look at one of our many insects or bugs we have. Education Specialist Vicki Smith will also have a fun and educational craft activity. Meet in Multi-Purpose Room. FREE with admission; attendees are eligible for 10% off an annual pass to enjoy this fun activity time again and again!

Make it a date! Take your favorite person on a date to enjoy light refreshments and the showing of the full-length version of Flight of the Butterflies movie in our full-screen theater. Tickets: $35 per couple. Pre-registration is required; call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210 to reserve.

Celebrate Father’s Day amongst 3,000 butterflies. Fathers receive $3.00 off admission at Butterfly Wonderland.

Waking Up with Butterflies featuring Butterfly Volunteer Tommy Tucker Guests are invited to enjoy a quiet hour photographing the butterflies and reptiles as they awake or catch that perfect photo of a new species. Ask your butterfly or reptile questions to our volunteer Tommy Tucker. Ages 18 & up; FREE for members; $25 (general public – includes Admission.) Pre-registration is required; call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210 to reserve.

Celebrate 4th of July in the Talking Stick Entertainment District amongst 3,000 butterflies. Wear red, white and blue and receive $3.00 off admission at Butterfly Wonderland.

Especially for ages 4-8, get an up close and personal look at one of our many insects or bugs we have. Education Specialist Vicki Smith will also have a fun and educational craft activity. Meet in Multi-Purpose Room. FREE with admission; attendees are eligible for 10% off an annual pass to enjoy this fun activity time again and again!

Practice yoga surrounded by thousands of butterflies. This hour-long class will guide guests through a series of yoga poses that help you build strength and gain flexibility. Ages 18 & up; $20/person. Pre-registration required; visit EventBrite.com to register or call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210.

Practice yoga surrounded by thousands of butterflies. This hour-long class will guide guests through a series of yoga poses that help you build strength and gain flexibility. Ages 18 & up; $20/person. Pre-registration required; visit EventBrite.com to register or call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210.

Take a special Guided Tour around Butterfly Wonderland. The Tour includes a guide throughout your whole experience, a butterfly release, behind the scenes visit inside the Rainforest Reptile Lab, interactive bug talks (including a chance to eat bugs!), viewing of the 3D movie, and opportunities to engage with an expert in the chrysalis gallery and conservatory to discuss topics such as butterfly behaviors and the role of bees as pollinators. Tickets: $8 for adults/$5 for children (ages 3-12), in addition…

Guests are invited to enjoy a quiet hour photographing the butterflies and reptiles as they awake or catch that perfect photo of your favorite reptile or butterfly. Get helpful information on better shots from photographer Adam Rodriguez. Ages 18 & up; FREE for members; $30 (general public – Includes Admission.) Pre-registration is required; call (480) 800-3000, ext. 210 to reserve.

Take a special Guided Tour around Butterfly Wonderland. The Tour includes a guide throughout your whole experience, a butterfly release, behind the scenes visit inside the Rainforest Reptile Lab, interactive bug talks (including a chance to eat bugs!), viewing of the 3D movie, and opportunities to engage with an expert in the chrysalis gallery and conservatory to discuss topics such as butterfly behaviors and the role of bees as pollinators. Tickets: $8 for adults/$5 for children (ages 3-12), in addition…

Celebrate National Butterfly Day with us in the lobby with a book signing from local author/illustrator Steven King (no…not that one. He’s from Tempe, Arizona!) This educational book makes a great gift and will entertain all ages.

Take a special Guided Tour around Butterfly Wonderland. The Tour includes a guide throughout your whole experience, a butterfly release, behind the scenes visit inside the Rainforest Reptile Lab, interactive bug talks (including a chance to eat bugs!), viewing of the 3D movie, and opportunities to engage with an expert in the chrysalis gallery and conservatory to discuss topics such as butterfly behaviors and the role of bees as pollinators. Tickets: $8 for adults/$5 for children (ages 3-12), in addition…

Take a special Guided Tour around Butterfly Wonderland. The Tour includes a guide throughout your whole experience, a butterfly release, behind the scenes visit inside the Rainforest Reptile Lab, interactive bug talks (including a chance to eat bugs!), viewing of the 3D movie, and opportunities to engage with an expert in the chrysalis gallery and conservatory to discuss topics such as butterfly behaviors and the role of bees as pollinators. Tickets: $8 for adults/$5 for children (ages 3-12), in addition…

Take a special Guided Tour around Butterfly Wonderland. The Tour includes a guide throughout your whole experience, a butterfly release, behind the scenes visit inside the Rainforest Reptile Lab, interactive bug talks (including a chance to eat bugs!), viewing of the 3D movie, and opportunities to engage with an expert in the chrysalis gallery and conservatory to discuss topics such as butterfly behaviors and the role of bees as pollinators. Tickets: $8 for adults/$5 for children (ages 3-12), in addition…

Take a special Guided Tour around Butterfly Wonderland. The Tour includes a guide throughout your whole experience, a butterfly release, behind the scenes visit inside the Rainforest Reptile Lab, interactive bug talks (including a chance to eat bugs!), viewing of the 3D movie, and opportunities to engage with an expert in the chrysalis gallery and conservatory to discuss topics such as butterfly behaviors and the role of bees as pollinators. Tickets: $8 for adults/$5 for children (ages 3-12), in addition…

Take a special Guided Tour around Butterfly Wonderland. The Tour includes a guide throughout your whole experience, a butterfly release, behind the scenes visit inside the Rainforest Reptile Lab, interactive bug talks (including a chance to eat bugs!), viewing of the 3D movie, and opportunities to engage with an expert in the chrysalis gallery and conservatory to discuss topics such as butterfly behaviors and the role of bees as pollinators. Tickets: $8 for adults/$5 for children (ages 3-12), in addition…

Take a special Guided Tour around Butterfly Wonderland. The Tour includes a guide throughout your whole experience, a butterfly release, behind the scenes visit inside the Rainforest Reptile Lab, interactive bug talks (including a chance to eat bugs!), viewing of the 3D movie, and opportunities to engage with an expert in the chrysalis gallery and conservatory to discuss topics such as butterfly behaviors and the role of bees as pollinators. Tickets: $8 for adults/$5 for children (ages 3-12), in addition…

Take a special Guided Tour around Butterfly Wonderland. The Tour includes a guide throughout your whole experience, a butterfly release, behind the scenes visit inside the Rainforest Reptile Lab, interactive bug talks (including a chance to eat bugs!), viewing of the 3D movie, and opportunities to engage with an expert in the chrysalis gallery and conservatory to discuss topics such as butterfly behaviors and the role of bees as pollinators. Tickets: $8 for adults/$5 for children (ages 3-12), in addition…

Celebrate the holidays rainforest-style at Butterfly Wonderland’s Christmas in the Rainforest event beginning on Black Friday (November 29) and continuing until December 28. Christmas in the Rainforest combines festive holiday elements with thousands of colorful butterflies from around the world in the largest glass conservatory in the country.

Take a special Guided Tour around Butterfly Wonderland. The Tour includes a guide throughout your whole experience, a butterfly release, behind the scenes visit inside the Rainforest Reptile Lab, interactive bug talks (including a chance to eat bugs!), viewing of the 3D movie, and opportunities to engage with an expert in the chrysalis gallery and conservatory to discuss topics such as butterfly behaviors and the role of bees as pollinators. Tickets: $8 for adults/$5 for children (ages 3-12), in addition…

Take a special Guided Tour around Butterfly Wonderland. The Tour includes a guide throughout your whole experience, a butterfly release, behind the scenes visit inside the Rainforest Reptile Lab, interactive bug talks (including a chance to eat bugs!), viewing of the 3D movie, and opportunities to engage with an expert in the chrysalis gallery and conservatory to discuss topics such as butterfly behaviors and the role of bees as pollinators. Tickets: $8 for adults/$5 for children (ages 3-12), in addition…

Take a special Guided Tour around Butterfly Wonderland. The Tour includes a guide throughout your whole experience, a butterfly release, behind the scenes visit inside the Rainforest Reptile Lab, interactive bug talks (including a chance to eat bugs!), viewing of the 3D movie, and opportunities to engage with an expert in the chrysalis gallery and conservatory to discuss topics such as butterfly behaviors and the role of bees as pollinators. Tickets: $8 for adults/$5 for children (ages 3-12), in addition…

Take a special Guided Tour around Butterfly Wonderland. The Tour includes a guide throughout your whole experience, a butterfly release, behind the scenes visit inside the Rainforest Reptile Lab, interactive bug talks (including a chance to eat bugs!), viewing of the 3D movie, and opportunities to engage with an expert in the chrysalis gallery and conservatory to discuss topics such as butterfly behaviors and the role of bees as pollinators. Tickets: $8 for adults/$5 for children (ages 3-12), in addition…

Take a special Guided Tour around Butterfly Wonderland. The Tour includes a guide throughout your whole experience, a butterfly release, behind the scenes visit inside the Rainforest Reptile Lab, interactive bug talks (including a chance to eat bugs!), viewing of the 3D movie, and opportunities to engage with an expert in the chrysalis gallery and conservatory to discuss topics such as butterfly behaviors and the role of bees as pollinators. Tickets: $8 for adults/$5 for children (ages 3-12), in addition…

Enjoy local Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian community artist Alice Manuel as she demonstrates how to weave Native American baskets. She will share information about the art of basket weaving and its significance to their culture. Ambassadors the SRPMIC Community will be on hand to share about cultural traditions and history. Native American dancers will be in the courtyard Jan. 11 and Jan. 18 from 11 am to 2 pm. Join us Jan. 18 for Native American flute and guitar…