Mr. Drew Animal Show Returns to Viles Arboretum in Augusta

Interactive event features exotic animals and inspiring rescue stories for all ages.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 7:00pm

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An abstract, out-of-focus photograph depicting a group of people gathered around a table, their faces obscured but their body language suggesting excitement and wonder as they interact with unseen exotic animals, conveying the sense of connection and discovery at the heart of the Mr. Drew animal show.Visitors to the Mr. Drew animal show at Viles Arboretum will have the chance to get up close and personal with a variety of exotic creatures in an immersive, educational experience.Ellsworth Today

Viles Arboretum in Augusta, Maine is hosting the popular Mr. Drew and His Animals Too interactive animal show in June. The hour-long presentation will feature a variety of exotic reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates that attendees can see up close and learn about, including stories behind the animals' rescues.

Why it matters

The Mr. Drew animal show provides families with a unique, hands-on opportunity to connect with nature and learn about conservation efforts. As an educational and entertaining event set in the beautiful natural setting of Viles Arboretum, it aligns with the arboretum's mission to promote environmental awareness and appreciation.

The details

The interactive Mr. Drew animal show will allow attendees to get up close with the exotic creatures, hear the stories behind their rescues, and learn fascinating facts. Tickets are $15 for general admission, $10 for Viles Arboretum members, and free for children 3 and under.

  • The Mr. Drew and His Animals Too show will take place in June 2026 at Viles Arboretum in Augusta, Maine.
  • The one-hour presentation is scheduled for a single day.

The players

Mr. Drew and His Animals Too

An educational animal show featuring a variety of exotic reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates that provides interactive, hands-on experiences for attendees.

Viles Arboretum

A 224-acre botanical garden and nature preserve in Augusta, Maine that hosts educational events and programs to promote environmental awareness and appreciation.

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What’s next

Tickets for the Mr. Drew and His Animals Too show at Viles Arboretum can be purchased on the arboretum's website.

The takeaway

The Mr. Drew animal show at Viles Arboretum provides a unique, hands-on opportunity for families to connect with nature, learn about conservation efforts, and experience the wonder of exotic animals in an educational and entertaining way.