The Watershed Institute’s

24th Annual Butterfly Festival

August 3, 2024

Join us at our 24th annual Watershed Butterfly Festival – an in-person celebration of family fun to share the joys and wonders of nature. The event will feature tours of the Kate Gorrie Butterfly House and the Insect Zoo. Enjoy music and live entertainment throughout the day, including animal shows featuring Eyes of the Wild. Young children will delight in being a part of the famous “Butterfly and Bug Parade” led by Lady Monarch, Ms. Allison. Adults and older children can learn about watersheds and the need to protect our rivers, lakes, and streams through educational hands-on exhibits. Food and drink will be available for sale, including a water truck provided by New Jersey American Water, and you can purchase butterfly wings and other fun items at the Watershed Gift Shop.

 

Sign up for one of two available sessions, 9:30 a.m. – Noon or 12:30 – 3 p.m.

Register for 9:30 a.m. entry here

Register for 12:30 p.m. entry here

Pre-registration is strongly recommended!

Watershed members receive a 20% discount on their pre-registration.

Walk-ins are welcome until on-site parking limits are met (note that no discount is offered to walk-ins on August 3).

Price: $10 per person or $25 per carload (up to six people). Parking will be on-site at the Watershed Center.

Please note that dogs are not permitted at the Butterfly Festival.

Bring your reusable water bottle and fill it up at the New Jersey American Water H20 On The Go Van

 

Eyes of the Wild Animal Show

You won’t want to miss an animal show put on by the Eyes of the Wild exotic animal sanctuary. This show is interactive, comedic, educational, and fun for the whole family! First Show: 10:00 a.m. Second Show: 12:45 p.m. Performances by Sprout U School of the Arts