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Get the Guide2023 - Saturday, October 21
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Location: Grapevine Botanical Gardens at Heritage Park
The 26th Annual Butterfly Flutterby celebrates Monarch butterflies and their migration from Canada to Mexico by way of Grapevine. Bring the entire family, even your pets, to celebrate at this FREE* event.
*Please note while entrance is free, some vendor activities or food services may have a fee.
2021 Art Contest Grand Prize Winners
Sprouting Artists: Kindergarten – First Grade:
Hope Cunningham (Kindergarten, Grapevine Faith Christian School)
Budding Artists: Second – Third Grade:
Vedika Pancham (3rd Grade, Colleyville Elementary School)
Blooming Artists: Fourth – Fifth Grade:
Carmen Thomas (5th Grade, Dove Elementary School)
2021 Art Contest Winners
First Grade
1st Place - Brooklyn Brewer
2nd Place - Sprihaa Dey
3rd Place - Inara H. Lakhani
Honorable Mentions: Joanna Simmons | Knox Mengerink | Kynlee Jarrett
Second Grade
1st Place - Alyssa Honea
2nd Place - Rohan Madan
3rd Place - Ayvah Ali
Honorable Mentions: Kavya Jain | Thea Chamy | Scarlet Garrett
Third Grade
1st Place - Henry A. Moore
2nd Place - Ace Egeland
3rd Place - Makena Murini
Honorable Mentions: Ayumi Kimua | Camila M. Paredes | Avery Gembler
Fourth Grade
1st Place - Ruby Verasquez
2nd Place - Aayan Ali
3rd Place - Anupama Sandadi
Honorable Mentions: Oliva Goheen | Lily Georde | Alexa Landaver
Fifth Grade
1st Place - Samantha Gallegos
2nd Place - Merritt G. Crowley
3rd Place - McKenna Smith
Honorable Mentions: Ava Curtis | Sophie Winter | Georgia Parker
2021 Art Committee's Choice Award
Special recognition for creativity, originality, theme and beauty
Josie Johnson (5th Grade, OC Taylor Elementary School)
REGISTRATION: CVB HEADQUARTERS PARKING LOT PARADE STARTS: ROUTE: TBD PRIZES FOR BEST COSTUME:
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It’s PARADE AND COSTUME CONTEST time! Kids, adults – and we want PETS, too! Put on your best butterfly, caterpillar, flower or other costume and join us. The parade is FREE to enter and registration takes place at the CVB Headquarters Parking Lot at 636 S. Main St. The Costume Contest takes place during the Parade. You must be registered and have a Parade Number to be eligible to participate. The parade starts at 10 a.m.! Strollers are welcome and encouraged for the younger parade entrants. Prizes will be awarded for best costume in different age groups. |
RELEASE TIMES: 10:45 a.m. 11:45 a.m. 12:30 p.m. 1:30 p.m. |
The Monarchs are tagged with a special device to help us track their migration to Mexico. We will be notified if any of our butterflies make it to the sanctuary. Want to release a LIVE Monarch with us at the event? Line up near the main stage for a chance to get your own Monarch to release. They are available on a first come, first serve basis and we do limit the number we release for each time – but you have THREE chances to get in on the fun! Our final release will take place at Nash Farm during the Annual Fall Round-up. Get more details about that free event by clicking here. |
Arts & Crafts Activities:
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There’s an ART to having fun! Stop by the Arts & Crafts Station to make your very own creation! From caterpillars to butterflies, rocks and more… there’s something for everyone… INCLUDING YOUR PETS! New this year – Pet Bandanas! Be sure to keep your 4-legged family members hydrated at the various pools of water too. All activities are FREE!
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GALLERY DISPLAY: Sprouting Artists: Budding Artists: Blooming Artists: WINNERS ANNOUNCED: |
Browse our Outdoor Art Gallery showcasing the talented artists from the Grapevine/Colleyville Independent School District kindergarten through fifth graders! The theme this year: Diary of a Monarch All entries are on display and winners of the contest will be announced at the event at noon from the main stage. |
STORYTELLING TIMES: 11:15 a.m. 12:15 p.m. Located in the area next to the Migration Station |
Learn all about the butterflies at this interactive, hands-on station. Want to know what plants attract butterflies? What the life cycle of these beautiful animals looks like? Be sure to stop by -- there’s plants and microscopes and so much more! Also enjoy an incredible Storyteller and learn some fun facts during story time. |
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Come and see over 300 butterflies from around the world in this amazing display. Butterflies have been preserved for viewing and will be on display. We invite you to look – just no touching, please. |
(available for purchase)
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In need of a light snack while at the event? Stop by the Popcorn Stand hosted by our Sister City Program. Proceeds benefit Student Scholarships for Sister City professional and educational exchanges and the Girls Home in Parras de la Fuente, Mexico. |
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This 22’ beautiful sculpture welcomes visitors to the Botanical Gardens. It’s a permanent structure that adds to the beauty and fun of the Butterfly Flutterby event. Be sure to stop for a picture! |
Be sure to look for the wings, stand in front and take a picture of your own transformation into a butterfly!
Check out the fun Butterfly Flutterby swag available for sale at the event as well. Look for the tent near the main stage!
This year's Butterfly Flutterby is presented by Cook Children's Health Care System, and sponsored in part by 121 Community Church, BrightView Landscape Services, Camp Bow Wow, HomeLight, Marshall Grain Company and True Spot. Butterfly Flutterby is produced by the Grapevine Convention & Visitors Bureau in partnership with the Grapevine Garden Club and Grapevine Parks & Recreation Department.