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Mercer County's 22nd Annual Insect Festival

The 22nd Annual Insect Festival, presented by the Rutgers Master Gardeners of Mercer County, is held at the Mercer Educational Gardens in Hopewell Township, Mercer County. This free, family-friendly event on September 19, 2026, offers educational bug exhibits, interactive displays, and a scavenger hunt to promote appreciation for insects and their role in ecosystems.

Date
Sep 19, 2026
Location
Hopewell Twp, Mercer County
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Mercer County's 22nd Annual Insect Festival

Event summary

Highlights

  • Educational bug exhibits
  • Interactive insect displays with live bugs
  • Scavenger hunt
  • Master Gardeners dressed as human-sized insects
The Mercer County Insect Festival, organized annually by the Rutgers Master Gardeners, takes place at the Mercer Educational Gardens in Hopewell Township. As a free community event, it draws "bug lovers of all ages" with a focus on education and family fun. The festival features diverse educational bug exhibits, interactive displays where attendees can see and sometimes interact with live insects like Madagascar hissing cockroaches, and a popular scavenger hunt.

The event aims to inspire empathy and appreciation for insects, highlighting their critical roles in global ecosystems. Additional attractions include a bee exhibit and Master Gardeners dressed as human-sized bugs. Several environmental and scientific organizations, such as Tulpehaking Nature Center and The Watershed Institute, also participate, enriching the festival's educational offerings.

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Mercer Educational Gardens
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Hopewell Twp, Mercer County

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