40TH ANNUAL BUG FAIR AT THE NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM

Date

May 16

Time

9:30 am - 5:00 pm

Cost

Check the website for ticket prices

Organizer's Site

nhm.org/bugfair

Council District

City Council District 9

Event Series Dates

May 16 – 17, 9:30 a.m.– 5:00 p.m.

Event Schedule

May 2026

  • Saturday 16th 9:30 AM
  • Sunday 17th 9:30 AM

The 40th annual Bug Fair is a two-day fan-favorite festival celebrating our bug-eyed and multi-legged friends. Experience up-close encounters with crawly creatures and gain a deeper appreciation for insects, their ecosystems, and their impact on our planet. Get hands-on and crafty with interactive activities.

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