BugFest
For one weekend a year, BugFest brings together invertebrate experts, educators, and enthusiasts for a a celebration packed with fun programming, collections showcases, live insect interactions, informative lectures, and even a BugBar. All with the goal of helping bug fans and the fearful gain a greater appreciation for the wonderfully diverse and fundamentally important world of insects and other invertebrates.
BugFest and all our major festivals are included with admission and free for Museum Members. Click here to learn more about the many benefits of Museum Membership, like free admission all year long.
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Tarantula Interaction at NHMU Photo by Mark Johnston
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A child reacts to sampling some flavors at the famous BUGbar at BUGfest. Photo by Mark Johnston
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Guests admire insect specimens on display at BUGfest Photo by Mark Johnston
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The Museum's director, Jason Cryan, and BUGbar chef, Megan Bartley, speak to an audience at the BUGbar during BUGfest. Photo by Mark Johnston
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A guest admires live bees on display during BUGfest. Photo by Mark Johnston
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Young guests get a closer look at a scorpion illuminated by a black light during BUGfest. Photo by Mark Johnston
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The Museums director, Jason Cryan, speaks to an audience during an expert lecture at BUGfest. Photo by Mark Johnston
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A guest holds a millipede during BUGfest. Photo by Mark Johnston
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