Bee Fest returns to the Belle Isle Nature Center on National Bee Day, Saturday, August 19th from 11am to 4pm for a celebration of Earth’s most important pollinators. Enjoy the FREE family activity and plan a trip to Belle Isle.
Bee Fest focuses on the important role bees play in our ecosystem and teaches guests how to care for these six-legged pollinators through fun activities and educational displays. Activities at Bee Fest include:
- Beekeeper talks
- Biodiversity presentations from Oakland University
- Pollinator-friendly arts and crafts
- Beeswax candle making
- Honey tastings
- Bee-friendly gardening tips
- Local vendors
- And much more!
Admission is FREE and no registration is required.
Belle Isle Nature Center // 176 Lakeside Drive, Detroit, MI 48207
Looking for more family fun on Belle Isle? Here are a more fun things to do on the Michigan State Park.
Belle Isle Aquarium // The aquarium is FREE to visit and open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 10am to 4pm.
Dossin Great Lakes Museum // A great hands-on museum for kids and adults, the Dossin Museum celebrates the maritime history of Detroit. The museum is open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 10am to 5pm. Admission is $5 per person or $20 per household.
Belle Isle Beach // Soak up the sun, play in the sand and make a splash in the Detroit River at Belle Isle Beach. The beach is open to the public daily from 5am to 9pm.
