Firefly Frenzy
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Firefly Frenzy

  • ALL AGES

Join us for a glowing night of discovery and learn all about Utah’s fireflies—fun for the whole family!

By Swaner Preserve and EcoCenter

Date and time

Starts on Thursday, July 3 · 8pm MDT

Location

Swaner Preserve & EcoCenter

1258 Center Drive Park City, UT 84098

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

Agenda

8:00 PM - 10:30 PM

Firefly Craft

Make an upcycled firefly craft to take home!

8:00 PM - 10:30 PM

S'mores

Cozy up by a fire pit to make a delicious S'mores treat!

8:30 PM - 8:45 PM

Storytime

Join us in the Naturalist Room to read Firefly Home, an interactive picture book that encourages readers to participate in Florence’s journey home.

9:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Firefly Talk with Christy Bills

Hear from Christy Bills, Invertebrates Collection Manager at Natural History Museum of Utah, about the biology and ecology of these fascinating bioluminescent beetles. Find out more about her rese...

9:30 PM - 10:30 PM

Firefly Viewing on Swaner Preserve

Join us on the back deck for a chance to view fireflies on the Preserve!

About this event

  • ALL AGES
  • Free venue parking

Get ready to light up your summer night at Swaner Preserve to discover one of nature's most magical insects—fireflies! This family-friendly event is perfect for all ages, and you’re welcome to join us for the whole evening or just stop by for your favorite parts.

✨ Activities Include:

  • Firefly storytime
  • Craft
  • S’mores by the fire
  • A firefly talk by Christy Bills, Invertebrates Collection Manager at Natural History Museum of Utah
  • Firefly viewing on the Preserve

Please note that firefly sightings typically begin around 9:30-9:45pm on the wetlands of the Swaner Preserve.

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Swaner Preserve and EcoCenter