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Bay Area Carnivorous Plant Festival 2026

Saturday, June 13, 2026 - 12:00 pm to 4:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free to the public all day
St. Joseph Notre Dame High School | 1011 Chestnut St., Alameda

Event Details

Artwork by Danielle Wogulis
Carnivorous Plant Festival – A One-of-a-Kind Bay Area Event for Families and Children of All Ages
Rows of tables. Thousands of carnivorous plants. One unforgettable day.
Join the Bay Area Carnivorous Plant Society for the largest carnivorous plant festival in the country—and the only one of its kind.
Explore a full festival of growers and plants you won’t find anywhere else, all in one place.

 What to expect:

  • Dozens of vendors from around the country, with tables
    packed full of carnivorous plants and grower accessories
  • Rare, unusual, and expertly grown species
  • Talks and demos from passionate experts
  • A fun, welcoming environment (great for kids and families)
  • Food, music, raffles, and more
Whether you’re a serious collector or just curious about plants that eat bugs, there’s something here you’ve never seen before.
🪴 Come for the plants. Stay for the experience

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: FREE*
*Free to the public all day
Categories: **Annual Event**, *Top Pick*, Fairs & Festivals, In Person, Kids & Families, Lectures & Workshops, Nature
Venue: St. Joseph Notre Dame High School
Address: 1011 Chestnut St., Alameda

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