The Arizona Insect Festival is one of the
biggest and best events in Tucson !
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It's the largest UA event completely designed and run by UA scientists to engage the community in our science!

Artwork by Emily Watkins de Jong (graduate student in the UA GIDP in Entomology and Insect Science)  

The University of Arizona's Department of Entomology hosts a unique Festival
to improve science literacy and increase awareness about the importance of insects.

During this free, single-day festival each Fall, thousands of visitors engage in interactive exhibits and discover insect-based research and endeavors taking place at the UA and our broader community!
>> Read more here

Need to identify an insect?
Please contact our insect collection manager, Gene Hall.

Looking for insect outreach in your Tucson classroom?
Please visit our Insect Discovery Outreach Program.