The passionate team at the Insectarium has put together a colourful event that will introduce you to these fascinating creatures. Les Butineries is three days of free family activities taking place just steps from the museum. Free admission event On the program: Creative workshops to spark the imagination Inspiring get-togethers with passionate experts Captivating shows for the whole family Plenty of other surprises You’re bound to fall under the spell of these essential allies of biodiversity. Practical information Food service available on-site ($).The event will take place rain or shine (except in the case of thunderstorms).Most activities are offered in French only. Program for the three days Shows and Guided Activities Émeraude et le monarque10:15 a.m., 11:05 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. Puppet show; duration: 30 minutesA young girl makes the acquaintance of a monarch butterfly, which will dazzle her eyes and melt her heart.  Pollinisateurs à relais1 p.m. and 1:25 p.m.Relay race; duration: 20 minutesBecome a pollinator insect that has to transport its precious pollen from flower to flower as efficiently as possible! Le grand Bill... en musique!2:15 p.m.A musical tale with the OSM; duration: 30 minutesBill is a tiny explorer in search of his true nature! Follow his heartwarming and funny adventures through a world of flowers, bumblebees and aerial rodeos. A new musical tale!3:15 p.m.A musical tale with the OSM; duration: 30 minutesBe among the first to discover this new musical tale featuring local pollinators! Les pollinisateurs – ces alliés à protéger4 p.m.Guided talk; duration: 30 minutesExplore the world of Québec’s pollinator insects and learn more about their roles, their diversity and the concrete actions we can take to protect them. Creative space Chapeau-jardin10 to 11:30 a.m. Do-it-yourself workshopCreate a unique garden hat where insects and flowers live in harmony. La métamorphose du monarque12:15 to 1 p.m.Guided activity and colouringTake a journey into the life of the monarch butterfly, from tiny egg to fluttering adult. Then bring your new knowledge to life by colouring a page illustrating the life cycle of this fascinating insect. Butineuse collectionneuse1:30 to 2:30 p.m.Craft workshopUsing colourful, translucent recycled materials, create your own frame inspired by pollinators. Pompons de pollen 3 to 4 p.m.Craft workshopMake pollen-inspired pom-poms, then assemble them into a cute bag charm. Booths – 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. PollinatorsStep into the fascinating world of pollinators. Discover the essential role they play in nature and leave inspired to take concrete action on their behalf. Mission MonarchLove monarchs? Contribute to their conservation by discovering how to get involved in this community-science project! Gardening for PollinatorsThe Insectarium’s horticultural team knows better than anyone which plants pollinators love – come meet them! PollifloraHow well do you really know the honeybee?The specialists from Polliflora invite you to learn more about its role and impact in nature. Pollinators and Scientists: A Winning Duo!What does science reveal about pollinator insects? Our researchers will share their fascinating discoveries with you about these invaluable allies of nature. Insect MakeupDress up in pollinators’ most beautiful colours or in those of their favourite flowers. Activities Le grand voyage10:45 a.m. and 11:45 a.m.Duration: 30 minutesA monarch caterpillar dreams of becoming a magnificent butterfly and taking off on a great journey southward. A magical adventure for the whole family. Insect Lives — Butterflies and Moths of Québec11:30 a.m. and 2:45 p.m.Duration: 20 minutesQuébec’s butterflies are as diverse in their behaviours and forms as they are in colour. Meet three species with plenty to share. Explor’insects10:45 a.m., 1:45 p.m. and 3:45 p.m.Duration: 20 minutesThe Pollinator Garden flourishes just outside the Insectarium. Accompanied by a member of the education team, discover the diversity of insects that call it home. Monarch Migration12:45 p.m.Duration: 20 minutesChildren are invited to dress up in a butterfly costume and twirl around with other little monarchs in a joyful, colourful migration. Little Pollinators Parade4:30 p.m.Duration: 20 minutesChildren are invited to dress up as pollinators and be part of a totally buzz-worthy parade.