Monarch Tagging Weekend 2026
Included with General Admission.
Saturday, September 12th & Sunday, September 13th
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Did you know? Each fall, Monarch butterflies travel more than 3,000 km from Ontario to their overwintering grounds in the mountains of central Mexico.
Join us for Monarch Tagging Weekend and learn about the incredible Monarch migration and what you can do to help this species at risk. Enjoy special Monarch butterfly releases, activities and opportunities to learn more about Monarch migration and conservation.
🌱 Take Home Common Milkweed Seeds
Help support Monarchs at home! Pick up a complimentary packet of Common Milkweed seeds to plant at home.
Milkweed is the only host plant Monarch caterpillars eat, making it an important part of the Monarch life cycle.
Complimentary with admission while supplies last. Limit one seed packet per visiting group.
🦋 Monarch Butterfly Releases
11:30 am | 1:30 pm | 3:30 pm
Gather outside and watch Monarch butterflies take flight as they begin their 3,000+ km migration to Mexico.
Butterfly releases are outdoors and weather permitting.
🎯 Monarch Migration Challenge
Self-Guided
Explore the greenhouse like a migrating Monarch!
– Pick up your Challenge Card and pencil/crayon at admissions
– Visit 5 Challenge Stations inside the greenhouse
– Roll the dice and see how far you make it on your migration
– Return your pencil to the Gift Store for a Monarch sticker
🎨 Colouring & Crafts
– Colour your own Monarch headband
– Colour and learn with themed activity sheets
🧡 Sponsor a Monarch Butterfly
Visit our information booth in the Gallery to:
– Sponsor a Monarch and support conservation efforts
– Learn about Monarch migration and how you can help
– Take home resources and tips for supporting Monarchs
🛍️ Sticker Station
-Visit the Gift Store after completing the Monarch Migration Challenge:
– Return your game pencil/crayon & pick up your Monarch sticker
– Browse Monarch-themed items and gifts
Know Before You Go!
🕙 Hours: 10:00am – 5:00pm (Last timed entry is at 4:00 pm. Building closes at 5:00 pm)
👉 Timed tickets are required — time slots often sell out.
🎟️ All Monarch Tagging Weekend activities are included with general admission
📍 2500 Kossuth Rd, Cambridge, ON
🚗 Free parking on site
🍽️ Lunch and refreshments available in our Chrysalis Café
FAQ’s
Are Monarch Tagging activities included with admission?
Yes. All activities during Monarch Tagging Weekend are included with general admission.
What time are the Monarch Butterfly Releases?
11:30 am, 1:30 pm & 3:30 pm
Are the the Monarch Butterfly Releases outdoors?
Yes. Our Monarch Butterfly Releases are outdoors and are weather permitting.
Are the programs good for children?
Yes. All activities are family-friendly and designed for curious guests of all ages.
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