Butterfly Pavilion is buzzing! To create a better visitor experience, we encourage you to book tickets online. For the best experience join us in the afternoon for a quieter visit.

Get Closer to Nature Than You Ever Imagined

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Years of Wonder

Visit Butterfly Pavilion

Butterfly Pavilion is open seven days a week from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. with timed entry.

Getting Here

15 minutes from downtown Denver off Hwy 36 at 104th Ave — 6252 W. 104th Ave, Westminster.

Schools and Youth Groups

Butterfly Pavilion offers engaging, fun learning experiences that spark the inner scientist in every student.

Become a Member

As a member, you support world-class exhibits, groundbreaking research, and vital conservation efforts—helping protect invertebrates and the ecosystems they sustain.

Upcoming Events

Join us for educational programs, family activities, and special events throughout the year at the Butterfly Pavilion.

MAR 21
Age 18+
Adult Program 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Butterfly Photography Workshop

Learn macro techniques and capture stunning close-ups of our tropical butterflies with expert guidance.

MAR 22
Age 4+
Family Program 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Butterfly Walk

Stroll through our gardens with a naturalist and discover the butterflies and pollinators that call Colorado home.

MAR 24
Age 10+
Kids Program 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Bug Camp Adventure

A full day of hands-on exploration, crafts, and up-close encounters with insects and arthropods.

Survival exhibit
Spider exhibit

Spiders Around the World

Just in time for Halloween, spiders are arriving from around the globe this fall for a limited-time engagement, Spiders Around the World, exclusively at Butterfly Pavilion. Engage with stunning, vibrant, and awe-inspiring tarantulas and walk amongst visually striking, exquisite, and free-roaming Orb Weavers spinning their intricate webs in Spider Zone!

Conservation and Scientific Impact

The Science & Conservation work at Butterfly Pavilion protects the small creatures that sustain our planet. Through research, habitat restoration, and global partnerships, we advance real-world solutions that support invertebrate biodiversity.

What Visitors Are Saying

"Absolutely magical! My kids couldn't stop smiling the entire visit. The tropical habitat feels like stepping into another world, and the staff made learning about butterflies so fun and engaging."

Sarah M. Denver, CO

"We've visited butterfly exhibits around the world, and this one is truly special. The variety of species is remarkable, and the staff went above and beyond to answer our questions about migration and conservation."

Michael T. Boulder, CO

"Perfect for a date or family outing. The tropical environment is a wonderful escape, especially during Colorado winters. We loved every minute and can't wait to come back in the spring."

Jennifer & David K. Aurora, CO

"As a biology professor, I bring my students here every semester. The conservation work is incredible — it's a real scientific institution making a difference for pollinators. The behind-the-scenes tour is a must."

Dr. Rachel P. Fort Collins, CO

"My daughter's birthday party here was the highlight of her year! The private butterfly release was unforgettable. Every kid left with a huge smile and a new appreciation for nature."

Amanda L. Lakewood, CO

Be a Champion for Nature's Smallest Wonders

Your generosity powers conservation, hands-on science education, and habitat protection in Colorado and beyond. Every gift inspires future generations, restores pollinator habitats, and protects biodiversity. Give today and help safeguard nature's smallest — and most essential — creatures.