Vibrant butterflies flying among lush tropical greenery and festive holiday touches at Butterfly Wonderland
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Butterfly Wonderland: Christmas in the Rainforest

Through Dec 28Nov 28 – Dec 28 · 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Nov 28 – Dec 28, 2026; daily 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (last entry 4:00 PM). Seasonal butterfly releases, holiday scavenger hunt, sparkling glass conservatory decor, and seasonal fairy appearances.

Butterfly Wonderland9500 E Vía de Ventura, Scottsdale, AZ 85256 · 13.3 mi approx. from PhoenixDirections

All ages (children 2 and under free; warm climate-controlled indoor conservatory with flat stroller paths)

From $23.95Adults $29.95, Children (ages 3–12) $19.95 online advance; children 2 and under free. Combo tickets with OdySea Aquarium available.

About this adventure

Escape the desert winter chill into a balmy tropical paradise at Butterfly Wonderland's 'Christmas in the Rainforest' at the Arizona Boardwalk in Scottsdale. The massive 10,000-square-foot glass conservatory is adorned with sparkling holiday ornaments, miniature lighted trees, and festive ribbons, while thousands of colorful tropical butterflies flutter gracefully around guests. Kids can take part in a holiday butterfly scavenger hunt, meet seasonal holiday rainforest fairies on select weekend afternoons, and watch butterflies emerge in the chrysalis emergence gallery. The glass conservatory is climate-controlled at a pleasant 80 degrees with smooth paved paths ideal for strollers. Advance timed-entry ticketing guarantees entry.

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