Celebrate the bugs of summer at the Butterfly House as they host the Firefliest and Friends Festival. This all-ages event features live music, fun activities and hands-on exploration. Guests will learn about dragonflies, cicadas, fireflies and more bugs of summer, and see roosting butterflies in the Butterfly House's Tropical Conservatory. You can also stroll among the fireflies with entomologists, or grab a bite and listen to music in the Native Butterfly Garden. There will also be games for children and samples of brews and spirits for adults.
Friday, June 27, from 6:30-9:30 p.m. at The Butterfly House in Faust Park. Admission is $12-$15; children 2 and under are free.
More information: missouribotanicalgarden.org
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