Bug Fest

Bug Fest, August 11 and 12

Saturday and Sunday,
August 10 and 11,
10 am–5 pm

Free with General admission
Entomology, the study of bugs, has been focus of the Academy since we opened our doors more than 200 years ago. Our annual Bug Fest is the culmination of our discovery and research, as well as our love for teaching the community about these fascinating, beautiful, and mysterious creatures. oin us on August 10 and 11 to experience Masters of Deception at our sixth annual Bug Fest. Watch live bugs cleverly mimic other objects and use camouflage to survive and thrive in the natural world. In addition to viewing bugs from around the world, you can also:
  • Cheer on your favorite roach in the “Roach Race 500”
  • Eat creepy-crawly cuisine
  • Take a bug walk
  • Meet real entomologists
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