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RAPTOR WEEKEND

New England's Largest Celebration of Birds of Prey


  • Raptor Weekend 2026

    Saturday and Sunday, September 12 & 13
    Audubon Nature Center and Aquarium
    1401 Hope St, Bristol, RI

  • They are coming! Avian hunters with long sharp talons, hooked beaks, and highly developed eyesight and hearing are headed to Bristol. They’re raptors, the superior hunters of the avian world.

    Owls, hawks, and falcons will be featured in live presentations, educational programs, and activities for bird enthusiasts of all ages. Audubon Raptor Weekend presents a unique opportunity for visitors to get up-close with many species and learn about their adaptations and habitats in this engaging, family-friendly weekend event.

    In addition to owl and hawk presentations by Audubon experts, wildlife rehabilitators from across the Northeast will bring their expertise with birds of prey to the event - see the presenter lineup below!

Make the Most of Raptor Weekend
Raptor Weekend is a family-friendly, rain or shine event!

  • Frequently Asked Questions
    Frequently Asked Questions

    Everything you need to know about Raptor Weekend can be found on our event FAQ page! If you still have questions, feel free to contact us.

    Read the event FAQ

  • Volunteer at Raptor Weekend
    Volunteer at Raptor Weekend

    Help make this event a hoot! With help from our volunteers, New England's largest celebration of raptors is made possible. Join us for this exciting and unique volunteer opportunity; help with games, activities, crafts, and more!

    Become a Volunteer

  • Share the Fun
    Share the Fun

    Help spread the word about this awesome event by tagging us in our event photos. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for Raptor Weekend updates and more.

2026 Schedule of Events

  • Saturday, September 12

    Coming Soon!

  • Sunday, September 13

    Coming Soon!

Explore the 2026 Raptor Weekend Presenters, Artists, & Lecturers
Click on each photo for more information!

  • Audubon Society of RI
    Audubon Society of RI

    Audubon currently cares for 12 birds, including owls, hawks and a raven. Their extraordinary adaptations are sure to fascinate both children and adults alike. In addition to close-up visits from feathered friends, participants learn about raptor behaviors, predators, prey and habitats.

  • More to come!
Raptor Weekend Crowd sitting on the lawn to watch flight presentation

2025 Raptor Weekend Ticket Pricing*

All proceeds from Raptor Weekend benefit raptor care, school programs, and habitat conservation efforts by the Audubon Society of Rhode Island. Thank you for your support!

There will be on-site parking for $5, per availability. Visitors who ride their bike or take the bus to the event receive a Raptor Weekend Event button!

Show a little extra support! VIP tickets include admission, preferred seating under the main tent, free on-site parking, and $10 lunch voucher. Limited to 40 VIP tickets each day. $60/person.

*Tickets purchased online are subject to processing fees.

Up-close shot of a Great-horned Owl face

2026 Event Sponsorships

We’re currently seeking value-aligned partners for our upcoming Raptor Weekend. If you or your business value habitat restoration, wildlife species protection, environmental education, and reducing our collective carbon footprint, we’d love to partner with you!

Please contact Jen Cleland at jcleland@asri.org or (401) 949-5454 ext. 3018 to learn more about sponsorship opportunities!

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