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Slug Fest

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May the slime be with you. Join us for the 40th anniversary of Slug Fest! Free with admission. 

It's the most unusual Northwest Festival ever - a celebration of slugs. Guests can craft and wear their own tentacles to become a slug in preparation for the “Be a Slug” activity walk. Activities will include “How slow can you go?”, “Look out for slug predators!”, “How to Teach a Slug to Read” Story Walk, and other activities, too!

Why do we have this zaniest of festivals? Well, if you've ever hiked a Northwest forest, you'll know our slugs are among the biggest and best - especially the yellow-green banana slug. But they're also vital to our ecosystem, breaking down organic matter and returning it to the forest floor, where it becomes food for our beautiful plants and trees. Long live slugs!

Remember - Wild Drive tours give you free admission to Slug Fest and core area animals, plus the chance to see elk, mountain goats and more from your air-conditioned car! Book now, spots limited.

Image credit: Katie Cotterill

Event Details

  • When

    No upcoming dates scheduled
  • Price

    Included with regular admission ($10-$25; under 2 free) or membership
  • Recommended Ages

    All ages
  • Venue

    Northwest Trek Wildlife Park

    11610 Trek Dr E
    Eatonville, WA 98328-9502
    United States