Nature · Community Event

Opening Garden Day

Name: Opening Garden Day
Start: 2026-06-19T09:00:00
End: 2026-06-19T17:00:00
Location: Charlotte Rhoades Butterfly Park

Celebrate the start of the season at the Charlotte Rhoades Butterfly Park.

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (America/New_York) Charlotte Rhoades Butterfly Park Southwest Harbor , Maine

Join us for Opening Garden Day at the Charlotte Rhoades Butterfly Park in Southwest Harbor, Maine. This special event marks the beginning of our season and is free and open to the public. Enjoy a day in our beautiful coastal butterfly habitat, featuring demonstration monarch tagging and the opportunity to explore our organic gardens. Located on Norwood Cove, our park is a sanctuary for butterflies and a wonderful destination for nature lovers of all ages.

What to Expect

A community-focused nature event celebrating the opening of a butterfly garden.

Who Should Attend

Nature lovers
Families
Local residents
Gardeners
Visitors to Maine

Agenda Overview

The park is open from dawn to dusk, with special events throughout the day.

Venue & Address

Charlotte Rhoades Butterfly Park

191 Main St
Southwest Harbor , Maine – 04679
United States

Organizer

Charlotte Rhoades Park & Butterfly Garden · Non-profit

A coastal butterfly habitat in Downeast Maine.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there an admission fee?

No, the event is free and open to the public.

Where is the park?

191 Main St, Southwest Harbor, ME 04679.

What is monarch tagging?

A demonstration of how we track monarch butterflies.

Is it open daily?

The park is open daily from mid-May to mid-October.

Are dogs allowed?

Please check the park's website for pet policies.

Is there parking?

Parking is available near the park entrance.