Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
INCREDIBLE INSECTS: Interactive Live Bug Exhibit October 18, 2026
This Halloween season, join us for the third year of Incredible Insects at The Butterfly House at Navy Pier: an interactive exhibit featuring wacky and wonderful bugs from around the world!
In addition to our free-flying butterflies, some of the most unique insects on Earth will be placed in terrariums throughout the garden! Learn all about their fascinating adaptations and the role they play in their ecosystems, and get hands-on by holding some of them as well! From giant Atlas Moths and Forest Scorpions, to friendly Stick Insects and Death-Feigning Beetles, we will be featuring all sorts of exotic bugs in enclosures throughout our butterfly garden. Explore at your own pace in the lovely autumn weather!
Incredible Insects opens October 1st and runs until the 31st. This exhibit is INCLUDED with your general admission and allows all ages. Don’t miss this limited time exhibit closing out the season at The Butterfly House at Navy Pier!
Tickets to The Butterfly House are $17.50 for Adults, $13.50 for kids (ages 2-11), and FREE for Infants. Senior, Student, Military, and First Responder discounts available!
For more information, visit www.butterflyhousechicago.com or email us at info@butterflyhousechicago.com. Open 7 days a week, 10am to 6pm, weather permitting.
