Firefly Viewing Nights

Thursday, Friday & Saturday evenings from 8:30–10:30 p.m.; June 22-24, June 29, 30 & July 1, July 6-8

Experience the magic of summer nights at the Arb with hundreds of fireflies flashing through the sky! Bring your family and friends along to marvel at the wonder of these glowing winged beetles (also known as lightning bugs). Begin your firefly viewing experience by gathering in the Sensory Garden Parking Lot to learn about these special creatures from local experts and Master Naturalists.

Every week we will feature other nighttime creatures that can also be spotted (or heard) during our Firefly Viewing Nights! You’ll be able to pick from four options for firefly viewing hikes throughout the Arboretum grounds. We’ll note which route offers the best viewing each night.

June 22-24: Bats & Fireflies
June 29, 30 & July 1: Owls & Fireflies
July 6-8: Frogs & Fireflies