Crawl over to Quinta Mazatlán on July 24 for an exciting evening dedicated to the mysterious and misunderstood world of spiders. As part of the Thursday Night Live Summer Series, this family-friendly event runs from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. and offers an unforgettable opportunity to learn about these eight-legged creatures and their important role in our ecosystem. 

To kick off the night, Spider-Man himself will be in attendance to meet with guests and take photos making this the perfect evening for both spider lovers and superhero fans alike. Families are encouraged to arrive early for this special appearance and enjoy a fun photo opportunity before the educational presentation begins.

The featured guest of the evening is David Moellendorf, an arachnid expert known for his appearances on the Discovery Channel, National Geographic and his own television series Phobias. With more than 30 years of experience studying and working with spiders, Moellendorf will guide guests through a fascinating live presentation featuring real spiders and surprising facts about their behavior, anatomy and ecological impact.

Moellendorf’s passion for arachnids began in childhood, when he snuck a spider into his home. a moment that sparked a lifelong fascination. Since then, he has collected and catalogued DNA from various species and at one point housed over 600 spiders in his apartment. Through years of research and hands-on experiences, he brings a deep understanding and contagious enthusiasm that will both inform and inspire.

Guests of all ages are invited to enjoy this up-close encounter with the world of spiders while enjoying an evening outdoors at the beautiful Quinta Mazatlán nature center. The Thursday Night Live Summer Series takes place every Thursday from June through August and is proudly sponsored by Clark Knapp Honda and Whataburger.

Admission is $5 per person, and children age 2 and under are free. Tickets may be purchased in advance at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com. Parking will be located at 1400 Wichita Ave., with free shuttle service to and from Quinta Mazatlán starting at 6 p.m. and running until 9 p.m. for guest convenience.