Who runs the Fest?
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The UA Department of Entomology runs the fest. We are dedicated to research, teaching, and agricultural extension, and have expertise in all things insects.
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Need to identify an insect?
Contact the UA Insect Collection.
Looking for insect outreach in your Tucson classroom?
Visit our Insect Discovery outreach program.
Contact the UA Insect Collection.
Looking for insect outreach in your Tucson classroom?
Visit our Insect Discovery outreach program.
What happens during the Fest?
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You get to play with insects and learn about their biology. What could be better? Interact with UA scientists and community partners at more than 20 insect-themed booths. There are lots of opportunities to see, hold, and even eat insects! And it's free! This is a great event for children and everyone else who likes cool stuff.
The scientist exhibitors come from academic departments across UA including Entomology, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, and Neurobiology. Local non-profit organizations such as Southeast Butterfly Association, Tucson Botanical Gardens, Tohono Chul, National Park Service, and the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum also bring fun and educational exhibits. |
What is the purpose of the Fest?
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To give our Tucson community hands-on science, technology, and art experiences with UA researchers and community members, and to help people understand insects better. Come meet your tiny neighbors!
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Dr. Wendy Moore offers Gabrielle Giffords a gentle Giant Whip Scorpion, 2013
Entomology graduate student John Palting, eliminating fears and fostering appreciation of arthropods.
Everyone's favorite ocotillo caterpillar.
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Dr. Kathleen Walker shows off her friendly roaches.
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Dr. Bruce Tabashnik explains insect-resistant transgenic crops.
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Dr. Wendy Moore (left) and her Arthropod Zoo team.
Should I go to the Fest?
Yes.