Fort Worth, TX – [February 10, 2026] – Spring is taking flight at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden! Butterflies in the Garden returns March 1-April 30, 2026, for a new season of natural beauty and wonder. Thanks to our friends at Central Market, we're transforming the Rainforest Conservatory into a living kaleidoscope where thousands of butterflies will be your guide through a tropical paradise.
What can you expect? A conservatory full of showstoppers! The Blue Morpho (Morpho helenor peleides) might just be the most Instagram-worthy butterfly you'll ever see—its wings flash electric blue as it flies. Then there's the Atlas Moth (Attacus atlas sp.), one of the largest moths in the world with a wingspan that can reach nearly a foot across! These gentle giants are absolutely stunning up close, but they're also masters of camouflage using wing patterns that mimic a snake's head to startle predators and slip away unharmed.
Behind all this butterfly magic is lepidopterist Dr. Lucy Milas and her team, who ensure every butterfly is healthy, happy, and ready for their close-up each day. Guests can enjoy two butterfly releases each day and meet spectacular species from around the world along with some of our own beloved Texas natives.
Create Your Own Butterfly Effect
Through Butterflies in the Garden, FWBG invites guests to become butterfly advocates right in their own backyards. One of the most impactful steps you can take: plant native plants. These local species provide the essential food and habitat that pollinators need to flourish. Every time a butterfly visits a flower, pollination happens—and that's vital. Approximately 80% of land plants depend on insects and animals to reproduce. Beyond pollination, insects sustain entire ecosystems, feeding countless birds, bats, and other wildlife. When we protect butterflies, we're safeguarding our food supply, economy, and the natural world itself. Ready to create your own butterfly effect? Discover how during your visit!
“Walking into the Rainforest Conservatory during Butterflies in the Garden feels like stepping into a living work of art. Central Market is excited to help bring that magic to Fort Worth once again,” says H-E-B / Central Market Managing Director of Public Affairs, Mabrie Jackson. “These butterflies aren’t just stunning to see, they’re essential to our environment, and this exhibit gives guests a chance to appreciate and learn about the role they play in our world.”
Plan Your Visit
Butterflies in the Garden is open every day from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets are available now at fwbg.org, and we recommend booking your timed-entry slot in advance—weekends and spring break fill up fast!
Save money by purchasing your tickets online in advance. Below are the discounted rates available exclusively through our website. Please note that tickets purchased onsite will be priced higher.
Whether you're a nature enthusiast, looking for the perfect family outing, or just need a beautiful break from the everyday hustle and bustle, Butterflies in the Garden offers an unforgettable experience. Find all the details and more upcoming events at fwbg.org.
