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A Tropical November: Plant Swap n Sip

Join us for our very first plant swap!

Sunday, November 10th 6:00-9:00PM

It may be getting cool outside, but it’s a balmy 80ᐤ in our 7,000 square foot butterfly pavilion, with towering Birds of Paradise and luscious Fiddle- leaf Fig trees. Enjoy a night with your plant gang, plant nerds, plant enthusiasts, plant-y peeps and green newbies celebrating all things green!!! Sip something old, or try something new– plant- inspired cocktails and drinks will be available to sample and purchase throughout the night.

Learn more about:
*Houseplant Care 101 with plant guru Julie Bare of PHS’s Meadowbrook Farms
*Making your own herb- infused spirits and fruity liqueurs with mixologist Daniel Eisenberg
*Plant pest management that is friendly to beneficial insects, with Director of Horticulture Asha El-Shabazz

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The Thirsty Caterpillar Beer Garden

Join us for 3 hours of drinks and games!

Thursday, November 14th 6:00-9:00PM

Our unique beer garden INSIDE the butterfly pavilion. Enjoy beautiful butterflies, cold drinks, fun games, and live entertainment from 6:00-9:00pm.

Food, drinks, and adult beverages will be available for purchase. All tickets include one FREE drink. Online tickets include automatic entry to win an annual pass to the Philadelphia Insectarium and Butterfly Pavilion.

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Insect Food Fest

Join us for edible insects & festive fun at our family-friendly event!

Saturday, November 23rd 10:00AM-5:00PM

Come bite into some bugs during this special day at the Insectarium!This all-day event includes edible insects, animal handling workshops, interactive educational programs, raffles, coloring, and crafts!

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Adult General Admission $11.95
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Seniors, Students, Teachers, Police, Fire, Military (w/ ID) $9.95
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Child General Admission $9.95
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Infant / Toddler $0
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Butterfly Light Festival

Saturday, December 21, 2019 at 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Glowing lights! Live music and paintings! And, festive bugs of course! We’ve got it all this holiday season with our 2nd Annual Butterfly Light Fest. 

Join us for an all-day event that has something for all ages! We’ll have an immersive light show that shines throughout the Philadelphia Insectarium & Butterfly Pavilion. Follow the bright lights to find your Little Drummer Boy (or Girl) playing an instrument in our interactive drum circle. As you explore the museum, you’ll also have the chance to have your face painted. We’ll also bring out our favorite holiday critters where you’ll even have a chance to hold some of them! 

Food and drinks are available for purchase. Kids 2 & under are free!

Butterfly Yoga

Join us for transformative butterfly yoga!

Every Sunday at 9:00am

Grab your mat, journal, and a friend!

Start your Sunday right with an hour of transformative butterfly yoga in the Philadelphia Butterfly Pavilion.

Class begins every Sunday at 9:00AM, one hour before the Butterfly Pavilion opens for general admission.

Instructor Rana Walker will guide you through an inspirational and personalized session designed to cater to all skill levels. Whether you’re a beginner or an expert, come partake in this truly unique experience!

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Event Calendar

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Host An Event

Interested in hosting your next event at our Butterfly Pavilion? Complete the quick form below or call us directly at (215) 335-9500.

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