Catch a firefly this spring. Thousands of fireflies will glow at Blue Spring State Park next year for firefly season in Central Florida. You can see this stunning display beginning at twilight in March and April, when the fireflies gather to flash their lights, decorating the evenings. The Firefly Takeover event will take place at Blue Spring State Park in Orange City, FL beginning in mid to late March 2020 and lasting a few weeks. Event-goers need a special pass to stay at the park after hours for the firefly show. The tour starts at dusk when the fireflies begin to twinkle. Fireflies in the US are mostly seen in eastern states during the spring and summer, according to Travelers Today. Lightning bugs gather in the warm seasons to mate, putting on a spectacular light show. These firefly events can be seen in several southern states, including Florida, South Carolina, Georgia, and Tennessee. View this post on Instagram Hydric hammock in the St. John's river flood plain #bluespringstatepark #flstateparks #stjohnsriver A post shared by Mae (@maelizabethogan) on Apr 6, 2018 at 10:58am PDT Bring your camera to the event, but keep in mind that fireflies can be difficult to capture. If you're lucky, the photos can be breathtaking. You can see amazing photos of firefly events in southern states below: View this post on Instagram If you’ve ever tried to shoot photos in virtually pitch black, you’ll understand how difficult it can be to get shots of the synchronous fireflies in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park . . . #fireflies #firefly #lightningbug #lightningbugs #greatsmokymountains #greatsmokymountainsnationalpark #gsmnp #smokymountains #smokymountainsnationalpark #nationalparks #nationalpark #nationalparkweek #nationalparkphotography #nationalparksusa #synchronousfireflies #natgeo #natgeoyourshot #wildlife #nature #nationalgeographic #canon #canon6D #6D #50mm #summer #forest #trees #lights #picoftheday #longexposure A post shared by Dave (@davekillebrew) on Jun 2, 2019 at 7:39pm PDT More details about this spring's Firefly Takeover will be announced closer to the event. In recent years, event-goers have met at The Thursby House, a historic site and museum located at Blue Spring State Park, before beginning the tour around 8 p.m. View this post on Instagram Important update‼️ The viewing dates for the synchronous fireflies in 2019 have been released! Mark your calendars- May 30 through June 6! Link in bio for info about the ticket lottery. #pigeonforge #pigeonforgetn #smokymountains #synchronousfireflies #gsmnp A post shared by Pigeon Forge (@pigeonforgetn) on Apr 23, 2019 at 9:00am PDT Visit Blue Spring State Park this spring for a mesmerizing firefly show. For more special Florida events, try these articles on a small town in Florida that "snows" on December nights and a trolly ride that leads to an illuminated wonderland in Florida. Firefly Takeover Price: $6 to enter the park, $10 for an after-hours pass* When: mid to late March 2020* Address: 2100 W French Ave, Orange City, FL 32763 Why You Need To Go: If you're looking for real-life magic, head to Blue Spring State Park this spring for a stunning firefly show. You'll feel like you're in a Disney movie. Website *Exact prices and dates will be announced closer to the event We strongly advise that before you go swimming or visit any location, you check the most recent updates on potential hazards, security, water quality, and closures. If you do plan to visit a location, respect the environment.
