Regatta Butterfly Release

Join Us for a Butterfly Release!

Experience the beauty and wonder of the Western Pennsylvania Monarch during our annual Butterfly Release at the Moraine State Park Regatta. Watch as the sky fills with the graceful flight of monarch butterflies—an unforgettable sight for all ages.

The mass butterfly release is free to attend, and no tickets are required. This mass release at 5:00 PM serves as the celebratory closing of the Moraine State Park Regatta.

If you would like to release a butterfly in honor or memory of a loved one, you may pre-purchase an individual butterfly. These butterflies can be picked up at the Information Tent between 3:00–4:00 PM and released at your own pace in a designated area near the shoreline.

Purchasing a butterfly is a meaningful experience and a fun activity for families, especially those with young children.

Please note: While the butterfly release and the Regatta are both free to attend, individual butterflies must be pre-purchased in advance. [Link or instructions for purchasing butterflies]

A heartfelt thank-you to Oliver Outdoor for sponsoring this special experience at the Moraine State Park Regatta.

FAQs

Where is butterfly pick-up?

Stop by the Information Tent to pick up your butterfly. 

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

Either bring your printed ticket, or the barcode saved as an image on your phone. If you do not bring your electronic ticket or your printed ticket, we will ask for your ID so that we can confirm your purchase.

Is pre-purchase required?

If you want to release a butterfly, individual Monarchs are $15 each. We strongly encourage you to pre-purchase, as we may have limited individual butterflies for sale on-site. The mass release is free to attend, with no ticket required and no purchase required. 

What are my parking options at the event?

Parking is on the South Shore of Moraine State Park. Parking is free.

What else is going on at the Moraine State Park Regatta?

Check out our website for the complete list of events for the premiere, all-ages, eco-recreational event in the Southwestern PA region. We aim to promote Moraine State Park and all that it has to offer through the Regatta.