Burrowing Owl Festival, Wildlife & Environmental Expo

Cape Coral is home to the largest known population of the Florida BURROWING OWL which is a threatened species. These pint-sized birds burrow underground where they nest from early February through mid-July and are now the official city bird of Cape Coral. Please join us at this family fun-filled event that celebrates the start of the burrowing owl nesting season and all of Cape Coral’s natural wildlife treasures. 

Festival highlights include

• Photography bus tour hosted by local wildlife experts.  Pre-registration is required.  Ticket sales begin January 1, 2025. 
• Live animals
• Children’s corner with face painting, crafts, and educational activities
• Wildlife experts discussing SW Florida wildlife
• Silent auction featuring hundreds of items
• Tours of the Tom Allen Butterfly House
• Guided bus tours of nature around Cape Coral
• Exhibits by many conservation and wildlife organizations
• Arts and Crafts vendors
• Food, beverages and music

Cape Coral Friends of Wildlife has been protecting Burrowing Owls, Gopher Tortoises, Bald Eagles, Purple Martins, and other wildlife in Cape Coral since its establishment in 2001. The Burrowing Owl and Wildlife Exposition is a fundraising event for visitors and residents to learn about Burrowing Owls and other threatened wildlife species.

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