Be Kind to Bugs Weekend at Houston Zoo
Event Details
Join us for Be Kind to Bugs Weekend on Saturday, July 18, and Sunday, July 19, led by our Herpetology & Entomology teams, and discover the incredible world of bugs through hands-on activities, keeper chats, and conservation experiences for all ages.
Bugs play an essential role in healthy ecosystems, helping pollinate plants, enrich soil, and support the food systems we all depend on. During this special weekend, you’ll learn why these tiny animals matter and how simple actions, like planting native milkweed, can help protect local wildlife.
Weekend Activities
- Meet the Keeper Chats at 10:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., and 1:00 p.m at Wildlife Workshop
- Get up close with bug-handling experiences by our keepers during Meet the Keeper Chats
- Plant native green milkweed or create native seed balls to support pollinators and coastal prairie habitat.
- Practice bug-inspired mindfulness and sensory exploration at Explore the Wild.
- Learn how bugs benefit agriculture, native habitats, and biodiversity.
- Visit the Bug House to see colorful enrichment artwork created by Zoo Crew and guests for our incredible bug residents.
Activities are included with Zoo admission and available while supplies last.
A Storybook Weekend
Pirates & Princesses
It’s also a magical day at the Zoo on Saturday, July 18, as we bring fairy tales to life. Meet beloved princesses and pirates, explore enchanted corners of the Zoo, and enjoy special activities designed for the kiddo at heart in every family.
Family Movie Night
Make this weekend even more magical and enjoy an outdoor moving screening of “How to Train Your Dragon” on Sunday, July 19. This event will include character meet-and-greets, access to select habitats at night, and a special Meet the Keeper Chat with Boga our Komodo dragon.
