Looking for something fun, affordable, and meaningful to do this September? Head to The Secret Garden’s Butterfly Fest, where nature, education, and delight come together in one enchanting outdoor experience.
Set within the tranquil oasis of The Secret Garden, this event offers families the chance to:
• Walk among pollinators and spot butterflies in every stage of life
• Take a guided tour at 11 AM each day to learn about the butterfly life cycle
• Enjoy hands-on activities, including face painting for kids
• Refuel with treats and drinks from a local coffee cart
• Get expert advice on creating your own butterfly garden at home
Don’t forget to bring your shopping tote — there’s 15% off all perennial plants during the event, just in time for fall planting season.
Whether you come for the science, the serenity, or the selfies, Butterfly Fest is a joyful celebration of nature’s tiniest miracles.
From Caterpillar to Celebration: Behind the Scenes of Butterfly Fest at The Secret Garden
Behind every butterfly fluttering through The Secret Garden this September is a fascinating story — and a lot of heart.
Butterfly Fest isn’t just a photo op (although yes, it’s extremely Instagrammable). It’s also a celebration of how native plants, habitat restoration, and a little patience can invite incredible biodiversity into our backyards.
During this year’s festival on Sept 13–14 and 20–21, you'll learn all about Gulf Fritillary butterflies — those vibrant orange beauties that return year after year thanks to the garden’s thriving passionvines. Through guided tours, guests will see the full cycle unfold: from tiny eggs and hungry caterpillars to hidden chrysalises and newly emerged butterflies basking in the sun.
You'll also leave with planting tips and pollinator-friendly ideas to recreate the magic at home. Staff and volunteers will be on hand to recommend plants that support bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds — and there’s even a 15% discount on perennials to help you get started.
It’s science. It’s wonder. It’s everything that makes The Secret Garden a community gem.
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