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Bugs Alive Exhibition

Australian National Botanic Gardens

Wildlife Reimagined and the Australian National Botanic Gardens Canberra have partnered to bring together the Bugs Alive Exhibition. Australia's largest invertebrate display. There will be over 80 different invertebrate species on display, live bug talks daily, workshops and kids' activities. Highlights include the Venom Room, a Butterfly Dome, Bug Shows and more. Immerse yourself in the world of bugs and come face to face with giant stick insects, see the world's deadliest spider, watch prey mantis hunt and more.
Meet amazing bugs like millipedes, ladybirds, beetles and more.
Come face to face with Australia's largest bugs.
When
06 October, 2026
Venue
Australian National Botanic Gardens
Location and DirectionsClunies Ross St Acton Australian Capital Territory 2601 Australia
Child
$10
Children 2 year and under are free.
Adult
$15
Student
$10
Concession
$10
Product Types
  • Exhibition and Shows
Facilities
  • Cafe
  • Carpark
  • Coach Parking
  • Non Smoking
  • Public Toilet
  • Shop / Gift Shop
Accessibility
  • Actively welcomes people with access needs.
Accessibility Information
  • Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
  • Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
  • Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
Dates
  • Wednesday 07 October, 202609:30 - 16:30Confirmed Event
  • Thursday 08 October, 202609:30 - 16:30Confirmed Event
  • Friday 09 October, 202609:30 - 16:30Confirmed Event
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