Begins April 1 Return of the Butterflies

A visual treat with hundreds of newly-emerged, tropical butterflies in our Costa Rica biome.

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Enter a world of tropical butterflies, beginning April 1, 2026!

A fan favorite returns with a burst of color: Return of the Butterflies at the Cleveland Botanical Garden. Step into the Costa Rica biome and surround yourself with hundreds of newly emerged tropical butterflies. Watch as they flutter through the glasshouse, sip nectar from vibrant blooms, and bring the entire space to life with motion and color.

Tropical Butterfly Releases
Tuesday-Saturday: 11am and 2pm
Sunday: 2pm

Caterpillar Craze Kids Activities
April 24 & 25, 11am-12:30pm and 2:30-4pm
May 1 & 2, 11am-12:30pm and 2:30-4pm
Join us in the Hershey Children’s Garden (weather permitting) to learn about caterpillars and their journey to becoming butterflies. Kids can make a caterpillar craft to spark their imagination! Program will take place indoors in Perennial Playspace if there is inclement weather.