Bug Birthday Parties

A hands-on bug birthday adventure

An interactive bug and arachnid show featuring some of the world’s strangest multi-legged creatures and the roles they play in nature.

$300
Current listed birthday-show rate
Program length confirmed when booking
Program length
Chicagoland
Traveling from Mokena
Tarantula featured in a Crosstown Exotics bug show

What to expect

Built around the animals—and the audience.

The bug show gives curious guests a safe way to meet insects, arachnids, and other invertebrates that are usually misunderstood. The presenter explains defensive behaviors, habitats, adaptations, and why even intimidating species are important.

It works as a stand-alone birthday theme or as an unexpected alternative for children who already know every dinosaur and reptile fact. Interaction is always guided by the presenter and matched to the animal.

  • Large insects and arachnids presented up close
  • Myth-busting facts about misunderstood species
  • Guided questions and supervised interaction
  • A strong fit for curious and science-minded groups
Tarantula featured in a Crosstown Exotics bug show

Possible animal ambassadors

The exact lineup stays wild.

Animal availability, welfare, venue conditions, and the audience all shape the final lineup. These are examples that may fit this program.

  • Asian forest scorpion
  • Hissing cockroaches
  • Giant millipedes
  • Tarantulas
  • Vinegaroon
  • Tailless whip scorpion
Meet the collection

Verified Google reviews

What clients say after the animals leave.

5.0684 Google reviews
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Crosstown exotics was perfect for my daughter’s 9th birthday party. Very communicative, showed up on time and the kids LOVED the presentation and …

Anne Marie TroddenGoogle reviewer
01 / 15

Plan with confidence

Questions about this program.

Is the bug show appropriate for children who are nervous around insects?

The presenter introduces animals gradually, explains what guests are seeing, and never requires a child to touch an animal.

Are spiders included?

The collection includes several tarantula species along with scorpions, cockroaches, millipedes, and other invertebrates.

Can the bug show be held indoors?

Many private programs are held indoors. Share the venue details when requesting availability so the team can confirm setup needs.