Guelph Bug Day

Guelph Bug Day Join us for Guelph Bug Day 2026 on Sunday August 23rd at the UofG Summerlee Science Complex! Come for a day of bug-filled fun and education for all ages🐛

🐛Reminders for Guelph Bug Day!!!🐛See you all tomorrow at the University Centre! 🐞
08/22/2026

🐛Reminders for Guelph Bug Day!!!🐛
See you all tomorrow at the University Centre! 🐞

🐛Guelph Bug Day is tomorrow!!! 🐛Here's our schedule of events for all our fun activities!
08/22/2026

🐛Guelph Bug Day is tomorrow!!! 🐛
Here's our schedule of events for all our fun activities!

Zoen Snyder of Q***r Crittters Will be joining us for Guelph Bug Day!Q***r Critters is a local isopod lover specializing...
08/18/2026

Zoen Snyder of Q***r Crittters Will be joining us for Guelph Bug Day!
Q***r Critters is a local isopod lover specializing in not only isopods and springtails, but also arts and crafts such as invertebrate pins, magnets and stickers, lino prints, sculptures, hand embroidered art, and terracotta isopod houses.

Winston Chow of will be at Guelph Bug Day!entomo-empeiria is an independent entomology educator focused on showcasing t...
08/17/2026

Winston Chow of will be at Guelph Bug Day!

entomo-empeiria is an independent entomology educator focused on showcasing the insect diversity and ecology of southern Ontario. They will be presenting their first exhibit, "Get to Know the Insects of Ontario". Stop by to learn about the many insect groups we share our home with, and have an up-close look at some native specimens and live bugs!

Eat Bugs at Guelph Bug Day! 🦗🦗Share in a FREE treat made by our Bug Day volunteers - chocolate 'chirp' cookies, made wit...
08/16/2026

Eat Bugs at Guelph Bug Day! 🦗🦗
Share in a FREE treat made by our Bug Day volunteers - chocolate 'chirp' cookies, made with cricket flower!

Insects can provide an excellent source of protein, and the cricket flower donated to us by ALIMENTOMO gives these baked goods a surprising nutty taste!

EAT BUGS!

🐞Bring your own Bug!🐞 For those joining us at one of our pinning workshops during Guelph Bug Day, feel free to bring an ...
08/16/2026

🐞Bring your own Bug!🐞 For those joining us at one of our pinning workshops during Guelph Bug Day, feel free to bring an insect of your own to pin!

In order to prepare your specimen, store it in your freezer until Guelph Bug Day and then allow it time to thaw before the workshop! If you have a dried specimen (i.e found a dead bug) we recommend putting it in a relaxing chamber for 24-48 hours prior to the workshop to allow it to rehydrate so that the limbs become pliable again for pinning. Relaxing chambers are easy! Just a Tupperware with a wrung out wet paper towel, just make sure that the bug isn't touching the paper towel directly! Use a sheet of parchment paper or something similar as separation to prevent mould.

If you don't have an insect to bring, that's completely okay! You can still participate in the workshops! An insect will be provided to you.

We hope to see you all there!

The Hive will be joining us for Guelph Bug Day!Bringing the best of The Hive to the market! Discover locally harvested h...
08/06/2026

The Hive will be joining us for Guelph Bug Day!

Bringing the best of The Hive to the market! Discover locally harvested honey, handcrafted beeswax products, and a curated selection of creations from nearly 60 local artists and makers. Every purchase supports local beekeepers, artisans, and the thriving community that makes it all possible.

Dee Irving of will be joining us for Guelph Bug Day!Sleepy Scorpion Inc. Is a Canadian oddity vendor based out of Oran...
08/06/2026

Dee Irving of will be joining us for Guelph Bug Day!
Sleepy Scorpion Inc. Is a Canadian oddity vendor based out of Orangeville, Ontario specializing in ethically sourced taxidermy insects and framed specimens from around the world - so you can shop with confidence knowing each piece is responsibly sourced!
Visit their website at https://www.sleepyscorpion.ca

JR of .tanks.world will be joining us for Guelpgh Bug Day!Tiny Tanks is a small isopod breeding project by JR. This pro...
08/06/2026

JR of .tanks.world will be joining us for Guelpgh Bug Day!
Tiny Tanks is a small isopod breeding project by JR. This project has grown from a few local species collected in the yard, to over 75 different species originating from various environments around the world. Along with collecting different isopod species, JR loves to share his knowledge about these fascinating creatures. Tiny Tanks offers a selection of isopod species and all supplies needed to keep them happy and thriving.
Visit his website at www.tinytanksworld.com

Ally Dolezal of and Amelia Dolezal of will be joining us for Guelph Bug Day!Ally creates unique handmade greeting ...
07/31/2026

Ally Dolezal of and Amelia Dolezal of will be joining us for Guelph Bug Day!
Ally creates unique handmade greeting cards and paper art shadow boxes that blend a love of science and art through minimalist 3D paper insect designs. Whether you choose a handcrafted card or a shadow box, each piece includes your choice of sustainably sourced zinnia or delphinium seeds—a gift for our pollinator friends too!

Amelia (she/they) is a q***r tattoo artist and illustrator residing in Brantford, Ontario. She loves to create whimsical drawings and tattoos inspired by nature and nostalgia. When they’re not drawing or crafting, they love to spend time outdoors to disconnect, explore new places and find cool bugs. She’ll have prints, stickers, patches, cross-stitched bugs and more available at Guelph Bug Day!

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