Calendar of Events
There’s always something to celebrate here! Whether you’re into out-there extravaganzas like Bringin’ Back the 80’s or the Linwood Pickle Festival, or some of Michigan’s oldest and most traditional festivals like Frankenmuth Bavarian Festival and Chesaning Showboat Music Festival, one thing’s for sure—Michigan’s Great Lakes Bay Region knows how to keep the good times rolling. Already know when you’re visiting? Just select your dates to see what’s happening while you’re here!
Butterflies in Bloom

Get ready to experience Butterflies from around the world March 1st- April 21st! Butterflies will be emerging from their chrysalids and taking flight in the Conservatory. Many special activities will be planned:
Wednesday Late Night with the Butterflies
March 13,20,27, April 3,10,17
Did you know that butterflies roost in the evening? It's a great time for photos. The hours of the butterfly house will extend on these special Wednesday evenings.
Glass Butterflies
Saturday, March 16, 11 a.m. -4 p.m.
You'll marvel at expert glassblower Tim Drier as he creates glass butterflies right before your eyes. A limited number of signed and dated ones will be for sale.
Add us to your spring break adventure!