Butterflies on the Battlefield

Location of Sailor's Creek Battlefield State Park in Virginia

Where

Program Location: Visitor Center
Main Park Address: Sailor's Creek Battlefield State Park, 6541 Saylers Creek Rd., Rice, VA 23966.

When

Aug. 22, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Join us for our 7th annual Butterflies on the Battlefield: Pollinator and Nature Festival. The festival focuses on educating guests about the important role pollinators, native plants, and other animals play in their ecosystem. A variety of booths, hosted by local organizations, will share resources available in our community for creating healthy habitats for the natural world.

Partake in various children's nature crafts and activities, demonstrations, and programs. Craft, plant, and food vendors will be on hand. Don't forget to visit our butterfly field where Monarchs, Swallowtails, and many other species of butterflies, birds, and bees can be viewed in their natural habitat.

This event is free. Pets are welcome but must be on a 6-foot leash at all times.

monarch butterfly on a pink flower

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 804-561-7510
Email Address: SailorsCreek@dcr.virginia.gov