Raleigh
BugFest at NC Museum of Natural Sciences
- When: Saturday, September 19, 2026, 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
- Location: 11 West Jones Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
- Cost: Free Admission
Happy 30th BugFest
Three decades of creepy, crawly and fluttering fun come together for the Museum’s biggest celebration yet. This year’s theme, “Hoppers,” spotlights treehoppers, planthoppers and leafhoppers.
Explore more than 100 exhibits, crafts, games and activities celebrating the world of arthropods. Ask entomologists and other scientists about all things bugs. Satisfy your curiosity and appetite with buggy culinary creations at Café Insecta. Enjoy science talks and live performances throughout the day.
Cake at 5PM!
Free and for all ages.
- Website: www.naturalsciences.org
- Contact Phone: 919.707.9800
- Contact Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
- Category: Free
Check website for Event Map, Exhibits and Activities, Presentation and Performances, Accessibility, Parking and Member Perks for BugFest.
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