Insect Fest

Name: Insect Fest
Start: 2026-07-16
End: 2026-07-16
Location: River Forest

Insect Fest is an annual celebration of insects held in River Forest, US, on Thursday, July 16, 2026. The festival features activities such as bug hunting, an insect petting zoo with creatures like tarantulas and millipedes, face painting, and educational displays about the vital role of bugs in the ecosystem.

Date: Jul 16, 2026
Location: River Forest

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Event summary

Highlights

Bug hunting activities
Insect petting zoo featuring tarantulas and millipedes
Face painting
Educational displays about the role of bugs in the ecosystem

Insect Fest is an annual cultural event celebrating insects, taking place in River Forest, US, on Thursday, July 16, 2026. This festival, which has been offered for approximately a decade, aims to engage and inform the public about insects and their importance to forest preserve ecosystems.

Attendees can participate in a variety of activities including bug hunting and an insect petting zoo, where they have the opportunity to interact with creatures such as tarantulas and millipedes. The event also offers face painting and educational displays designed to teach visitors about the roles bugs play in the environment.

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