The Lupine Fest, a free celebration hosted by the Albany Pine Bush Preserve Commission, will be held this year on June 2 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Activities will emanate from the Pine Bush Discovery Center at 195 New Karner Road.

Wild blue lupine, a native wildflower that blooms in May and June, is the only food source for the caterpillar of the state and federally endangered Karner blue butterfly.

Through interactive programs that showcase the globally rare, nationally significant, and locally distinct Albany Pine Bush, the festival celebrates the wild blue lupine and the inland pitch pine-scrub oak barrens.

Visitors may also enjoy nature walks, hands-on activities with community partners, music with the Whipper Snappers and B95.5, games, crafts, food, and visiting vendors.

“The day will feature something for all ages, including a fun day of music, games, craft vendors, face-painting, a make-your-own tie-dye shirt, live local wildlife programs, nature walks, food, and much more,” said Erin Kinal, Education Program director, in a release from the commission. “We’re celebrating spring again this year with the Lupine Lady. Come hear a reading of the book Miss Rumphius and join her in scattering some lupine seeds.”

The event will be held rain or shine. Guests can meet many of the preserve’s friends and partners, including representatives from Friends of the Pine Bush Community, L.L. Bean’s Outdoor Discovery School, US Fish and Wildlife Service, the Boy Scouts, the Guilderland Public Library, and the Guilderland Chamber of Commerce.