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Insects on the Menu - Family workshops at the Insectarium

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Dates
February 28 to March 22 2026
In the Insectarium Workshop (at the end of the Great Vivarium pathway).
Hours
11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Museum
4581, rue Sherbrooke Est
Montréal, QC Canada
H1X 2B2

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After exploring the museum, prolong the fun by taking part in a family culinary adventure!

Discover and taste

In the Insectarium Workshop, science educators first introduce a selection of edible insects. You choose which ones you’d like to taste!

Make an insect-based snack

Children, and the young at heart, then prepare a delicious energy ball using insect-based ingredients.

Did you know?

  • Two billion people regularly eat edible insects.
  • Insects are high in protein and essential amino acids.
  • There are more than 2,000 species of edible insects worldwide.


Discoveries, recipes, tips and tricks all come together in this flavourful activity. You’ll leave ready to start adding insects to your menu.

Ongoing activity on Saturdays and Sundays, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., February 28 to March 22, in the Insectarium Workshop (at the end of the Great Vivarium pathway).

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Important Notice – Insects may cause allergic reactions. If you are allergic to crustaceans or mollusks, do not consume insects or products that contain them.

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