7th Annual Atala Butterfly Festival

7th Annual Atala Butterfly Festival

Celebrate one of South Florida’s most remarkable conservation success stories at the 7th Annual Atala Butterfly Festival on Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the River Center in Jupiter, Florida.

Once thought to be extinct, the Atala butterfly has made an incredible comeback and is now thriving in native landscapes throughout Palm Beach County. This free, family-friendly event highlights the importance of native plants, pollinator habitats, and local conservation efforts.

Hosted at the River Center’s scenic campus, the festival offers hands-on activities, educational experiences, and opportunities to learn how you can support butterflies and other pollinators in your own backyard.

Festival Highlights

• 🦋 Butterfly-themed arts and crafts

• 🌱 Native plant seed harvesting demonstrations

• 🌿 Native plant sale featuring pollinator-friendly species

• 🌺 Guided tours of the River Center’s migratory bird and butterfly garden

Visitors will learn how planting native host plants, such as coontie, supports the Atala butterfly’s lifecycle and strengthens Florida’s ecosystem.

Event Details

• Event: 7th Annual Atala Butterfly Festival

• Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026

• Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

• Location: The River Center, Jupiter, FL

• Cost: Free

• Registration: Required (tickets are limited)

Advance registration is required, as space is limited for this popular Jupiter nature event.

If you’re searching for family-friendly events in Jupiter, FL, nature festivals in Palm Beach County, or things to do in Jupiter in February, the Atala Butterfly Festival is a must-attend community celebration of conservation and local wildlife.