Venus Flytrap Festival combines fun and learning for families

BOILING SPRING LAKES, NC (WWAY)– One of southeastern North Carolina’s most unique native plants took center stage in Boiling Spring Lakes this weekend. Families from across the area gathered to celebrate and learn more about the Venus flytrap during the town’s first-ever Venus Flytrap Festival.

The first-ever Venus Flytrap Festival drew hundreds of people to the Boiling Spring Lakes Community Center on Saturday.

Hosted by Boiling Spring Lakes Parks and Recreation, the family-friendly event celebrated one of the region’s most famous native plants—the Venus flytrap.

Families enjoyed a variety of activities throughout the day, including educational exhibits, local vendors, bounce houses, and interactive opportunities to learn about the carnivorous plant.

Organizers say the festival was designed to raise awareness about the Venus flytrap and its unique connection to southeastern North Carolina, the only place in the world where the plant naturally grows.

Visitors say they left with a greater appreciation for the rare species and the importance of protecting its habitat.

“The event is great. I learned you’re not supposed to dig the Venus flytraps, and that they really only grow in this region.”

Attendees could also take a tour on a new trail that will showcase Venus Flytraps and Pitcher plants.