Spring Garden & Butterfly Fesitval

Cuyamaca College Nursery, a student-operated nursery, has proudly hosted the Spring Garden Festival for over 30 years. Student interns take the lead in planting and managing a diverse selection of plants, which are sold to the public at budget-friendly prices. The nursery remains a cherished community resource for plant lovers and gardening enthusiasts alike.

The Spring Garden & Butterfly Festival is BACK — and better than ever! Enjoy FREE admission to a day filled with specialty vendors, food trucks, plant sales, live music, and fun, family-friendly activities throughout the campus. We’ll be buzzing with excitement all day long, ready to celebrate spring with you and your loved ones!

A special feature of the festival is the Butterfly Release Program! You can purchase a butterfly to release at one of our designated stations. Please note, butterfly releases are non-refundable, as each butterfly is carefully raised for this event.

You can purchase a butterfly release ticket via Eventbrite, and there will be specific times and locations for the release. Your purchase helps support the Dorcus Utter Butterfly Pavilion and its conservation efforts.

Host or Publisher The Water Conservation Garden