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New England's Largest Celebration of Birds of Prey
They are coming! Amazing birds of prey with long sharp talons, hooked beaks, and highly developed eyesight and hearing are descending upon Audubon this fall. They’re raptors, the superior hunters of the avian world. Many species of these formidable and striking birds will be at the Audubon Nature Center and Aquarium in Bristol, Rhode Island on September 10 and 11, 2022 from 10 AM - 4 PM for Raptor Weekend 2022.
Eagles, owls, hawks and falcons will be featured in live presentations, educational programs and activities for bird enthusiasts of all ages. Audubon presents a unique opportunity for visitors to get up-close with many species and learn about raptors and their adaptations in this engaging, family-friendly weekend event.
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Make the Most of Raptor Weekend
Raptor Weekend is a family-friendly, rain or shine event!
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Frequently Asked QuestionsEverything 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.
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Volunteer at Raptor WeekendHelp 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!
Explore the 2022 Raptor Weekend Presenters, Artists, & Lecturers
Click on each photo for more info. Official schedule and additional presenters are coming soon! Event information is subject to change.
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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.
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Christine's Critters
Christine Peyreigne cares for injured and/or orphaned raptors. Whenever possible, she releases them into the wild after rehabilitation. In the summer of 2015, Christine rescued and rehabilitated Audubon’s Red-tailed Hawk: Finn. Finn’s injuries prevented his release and he now calls the Audubon Nature Center and Aquarium home.
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Eyes on Owls
Marcia and Mark Wilson founded Eyes On Owls in 1994 as an educational enterprise that brings owls to schools and other groups to teach about these wild “neighbors” and their habitats.
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Horizon Wings
Formed in 2001 by Mary-Beth Kaeser, Horizon Wings’ mission is to rehabilitate birds of prey for release into the wild in order to maintain their population, and to educate the community to enhance awareness of the environment.
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Ray Brown's Talkin' Birds Radio Show
Talkin' Birds is a live and interactive radio show about wild birds and the beauty of nature—attracting birds to your backyard, feeding them, and learning more about them. Expert guests and contests for prizes like bird feeders and other bird-related items are featured each week.
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More presenters for 2022 coming soon!
2022 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!
Early Bird Pricing: Save $1 on each ticket through August 12th! Raptor VIP Passes are excluded from the sale discount.
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!
Tickets can be purchased in advance online or day-of at the event.
| General Admission | Audubon Member Admission | |
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| Adult | $17 | $14 |
| Adult Two-Day Pass | $30 | $24 |
| Child (Ages 3 & Under) | Free | Free |
| Child (Ages 4-12) | $12 | $10 |
| Child Two-Day Pass | $20 | $16 |
| Family Four Pack** | $55 | $45 |
| Raptor VIP Passes*** | $60 | $60 |
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* Tickets subject to Eventbrite processing fees.
**Family Four Packs consist of two (2) Adult tickets and two (2) Child tickets.
***Show a little extra support! VIP tickets include admission, preferred seating under the main tent, free on-site parking. Limited to 40 VIP tickets each day.
Thank You to our Sponsors!
To donate a raffle item or become a Raptor Weekend sponsor, please call (401) 949-5454 x3017.
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