A Blue Murpho butterfly rests on a leaf
Fort Worth Botanic Garden
The Fort Worth Botanic Garden has lined up a mix of spring events that make it easy to get outside without leaving the city.
Visitors can walk through a greenhouse filled with live butterflies or head to the garden at night for music, food trucks and a laid back outdoor vibe.
If you’re visiting with kids or planning more than one trip, a few smaller family activities are also scheduled throughout the spring break period.
Here’s what to know.
What are the main spring break events at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden?
Two events anchor the garden’s spring break lineup.
Butterflies in the Garden is back for its annual run, offering a close-up look at butterfly species from around the world.
Blooms and Beats will bring live music, food, and drinks to the garden for a Friday night hangout.
MELT ice cream will also be available in the garden most weekends and every day during spring break.
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What should I know about Butterflies in the Garden?
Butterflies in the Garden runs from March 1 through April 30 inside the Rainforest Conservatory.
The walkthrough exhibit features butterflies from Central and South America, Africa, Asia, and North America.
Public relations manager Dena Lewis said one of the most popular species on display is the Blue Morpho butterfly.
“The Blue Morpho might just be the most Instagram-worthy butterfly you’ll ever see. Its wings flash electric blue as it flies,” she said. “Then there’s the Atlas moth, one of the largest moths in the world, with a wingspan that can reach nearly a foot across!”
Visitors can catch two butterfly releases daily and see a mix of exotic species from around the world, along with a few that are native to Texas.
Lewis said spring break is also one of the best times to explore the rest of the garden, and visitors who want to see both can do that with a combo ticket.
“We planted almost 100,000 bulbs of tulips, hyacinth, daffodils and just a huge variety of spring bulbs that are already emerging,” she said. “If you do a combo ticket, you’ll get to see the butterflies and go into the garden to see all the different blooms.”
Lewis added that strollers must be parked outside the conservatory and food or drinks aren’t allowed inside, so visitors should plan accordingly.
Public entry for the exhibit begins at 12:30 p.m. on select dates, including March 3, 4, 10, 11, 24, 25, and 31.
Tickets start at $12 for adults ages 16 to 65, $10 for seniors 65 and older, and $8 for children ages 3 to 15.
Children 2 years old and under get in for free.
Combo tickets that include garden admission start at $22 for adults, with discounted pricing available for members.
What is Blooms and Beats?
Blooms and Beats takes place Friday, March 13, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Horseshoe Garden.
The event features live music from Cut Throat Finches, along with food from Gordo’s Mexican Cocina and Monkeyshines Smashburgers.
Outside alcohol isn’t allowed, but a cash bar will be available.
Tickets are $15 for adults and $6 for children ages 6 to 15. Children 5 and under are free, and members get discounted pricing.
Parking for the event is available at the West Entrance parking lot at 3408 W. Freeway.
Are there other spring break activities happening at the Botanic Garden?
Yes. Families can stop by Bella’s Book and Nature Club on March 4, which combines storytelling with nature based activities.
The garden will also host Dog Days on March 7 and 8, where visitors can bring their dogs to enjoy the garden together.
Lewis said there is still plenty of room to spread out, even when the garden gets busy.
“We have 120 acres, so you can definitely still find the peace and quiet you might be looking for to relax and enjoy nature,” she said. “This is a good opportunity to get outside and enjoy the sun, the beautiful plants, and not be inside and in front of a screen.”
These activities are smaller than the main spring break events but offer extra options for families planning multiple visits.
For more details and tickets, visit the Fort Worth Botanic Garden website.
This story was originally published March 3, 2026 at 10:20 AM.
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