BUTTERFLY EXPERIENCE
September 12-13
Nonmember sale begins August 1
Become a member today and receive presale access as well as a member discount!
Maple, Hickory, Beech and Oak tier members receive complimentary tickets for Butterfly Experience in addition to their member discount.
Enjoy these benefits and more throughout the year as seen below!
Experience the magic of up-close encounters with one of nature’s most beautiful pollinators at Dunwoody Nature Center’s Butterfly Experience!
Don’t miss out on this family-friendly event! View hundreds of native butterflies up close in our signature butterfly tents. Wander the Pollinator Pathway to learn about different pollinators at our education stations and meet representatives from other organizations. Meet birds of prey from our friends at Nature’s Echo, pose for a photo op, and learn all about their place in the ecosystem. Plus experience the Kid’s Zone, eat delicious food, meet local vendors, and more!
This annual festival is a can’t miss!
TICKET INFO
General Admission: $18
Members: $15
Children 3 and Under: Free!
Butterfly tents will be set up on the grounds of Dunwoody Nature Center. Tickets are sold in 30 minute increments. Your ticket time is the full window of time you’ll be able to enter the butterfly tent (most attendees will not need the full 30 minutes to explore the tent). All three tents will provide the same species and amount of butterflies.
Performances, music, and full food vending will begin at 10am.
Please arrive at least 10 minutes BEFORE your ticketed timeslot. Want to enjoy the rest of the festival? Plan on arriving extra early or staying after your ticketed time!
Please note: if you purchase tickets between 3-4 PM, we HIGHLY recommend arriving well before your ticketed time to enjoy the festival! All booths and activities will close at 4 PM.
Live Music & Entertainment
Our main stage will be filled with live entertainment all weekend long! From puppet shows to live music, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
Pollinator Pathway
Grab a map and make sure you stop at all of points along the Pollinator Pathway! Learn about different pollinators at our education stations and meet representatives from other organizations. Pollinators are important – we hope you learn something new while you’re here!
And More!
Our friends from Nature’s Echo will be around the festival with a collection of birds of prey! You’ll have the chance to meet them up close, pose for a photo op, and learn all about their place in the ecosystem.
Experience the magic of the Bubble Man, shop from vendors*, and MORE – spend the whole day having fun with us!
*These activities are not included in the cost of your Butterfly Experience tickets.
Hundreds of Native Butterflies
Our three signature butterfly tents provide an up close look at hundreds of beautiful, delicate butterflies! Attract butterflies using one of our provided nectar sticks or wait for a butterfly to land on you and say hello! Don’t forget your camera to capture memories that will last a lifetime.
Each tent provides views of the same species of butterflies.
Kid's Zone
Make sure to visit this year’s Kid Zone before or after your ticket time! Kids will enjoy arts & crafts, face painting*, and experiencing the magic of the Bubble Man! Play on the playground before enjoying the rest of the festival.
*These activities are not included in the cost of your Butterfly Experience tickets.
Food & Drinks
A variety of food, drinks, and desserts will be available for purchase throughout the weekend!
You won’t be able to resist the smell of delicious bites throughout the weekend!
Check out some photos from Butterfly Experience over the years!
Photos by Mariko Kajikawa Photography
Become a Sponsor!
The Butterfly Experience has been a standard for the Center for over 25 years, providing attendees with the opportunity to view hundreds of native butterflies in our close encounter tents. Activities for the young and young at heart include educational exhibits, crafts, wildlife shows, and live music and entertainment. The event draws over 3,000 community friends and supporters.
Buckeye Sponsor
$5,000
- Ten tickets to the Butterfly Experience
- Exclusive sponsorship of the event “Main Stage” performances
- Signage on the butterfly tents
- Team encounter with the multitudes of butterflies
- Sponsor booth at the 2-day event
- Promotional item in the event “goodie” bag
- Recognition on signage at the event, event webpage, and in all media channels as we advertise the event
Monarch Sponsor
$2,500
- Four tickets to the Butterfly Experience
- Signage on the butterfly tents
- Sponsor booth at the 2-day event
- Exclusive sponsor of the “Pollinator Pathway”
- Promotional item in the event “goodie” bag
- Recognition on signage at the event, event webpage, and in all media channels as we advertise the event
Swallowtail Sponsor
$1,000
- Two tickets to the Butterfly Experience
- Signage on the butterfly tents
- Recognition at the event and on the event webpage
Thank you to our event partners!
