MILWAUKEE, WI – Creep, crawl, and flutter your way to fun at Wehr’s 20th Anniversary of Bug Day on Sunday, September 13 from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Come dressed as your favorite bug and join the fun! Wings, antennae, and buggy smiles welcome!
Join us for a buggy bonanza as we celebrate the tiny creatures that help keep our planet buzzing. Whether you love ladybugs, dig dung beetles, or are just a curious critter-lover, there’ssomething for everyone!
“Bugs are more than creepy-crawly curiosities,” says Howard Aprill, Event Organizer and Naturalist, “They’re the unsung heroes of our ecosystems. Their decline is a red flag for the health of the planet. We want to inspire people of all ages to appreciate and protect them in through this fun and unique Milwaukee-area event.”
Event Highlights
Live Insect Zoo – Meet amazing bugs from all over the world—touch a tarantula, greet a giant roach, and more!
Creepy Crawly Café – Feeling brave? Try a crunchy cricket or chocolate-covered bug snack!
Larvae Land – Special play zone just for little bug lovers with hands-on fun and insect-themed games.
Bug Discovery Walks – Grab a net and go exploring! Hunt for bugs in ponds, prairies, and woods.
Ask an Entomologist – Ever wonder why fireflies glow or how ants carry so much? A real bug scientist is here to answer it all!
Pollinator Power – Discover how to make your backyard a buzzing paradise for butterflies and bees.
Tickets are $7 per person for non-members, and $5 per person for members of Friends of Wehr. This event is free for children aged 2 and under. Skip the line and buy your tickets today! Day-of registration will also be available. Tickets are non-refundable, non-exchangeable, and the program runs rain or shine.
Have you been to Bug Day before? To celebrate the 20th anniversary of this event, we are inviting you to share your favorite memories at the event from the past 20 years. Wehr Nature Center would also like to give a special thanks to WPS Reptiles and Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control for sponsoring this event.
About Wehr Nature Center Located in Whitnall Park, Wehr Nature Center offers environmental education, outdoor programming, and natural beauty to over 200,000 annual visitors. The Center is committed to connecting people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds to nature year-round.
About Milwaukee County Parks
Milwaukee County Parks is dedicated to enriching the lives of the community by providing safe, enjoyable, and affordable recreational opportunities while preserving the natural and cultural resources of the parks. Spanning over 15,000 acres, the Milwaukee County Park System includes more than 150 parks and parkways, over 100 miles of trails, numerous community centers, golf courses, botanical gardens, beaches, and hundreds of playgrounds, athletic fields, and picnic areas. Committed to sustainability, health, and equity, Milwaukee County Parks continues to strive towards a vision where everyone, regardless of background, can enjoy the benefits of green spaces and recreational facilities.
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