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2023 Bat Festival: Protecting Our Nocturnal Neighbors

  • Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts 1551 Trap Road Vienna, VA, 22182 United States (map)

Photo: Eastern Red Bat, D Lory via iNaturalist

When: Saturday, October 29, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Where: Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts, 1551 Trap Road, Vienna, VA
Fee: FREE, but REGISTER to reserve your spot

Join the Audubon Society of Northern Virginia and other co-sponsoring organizations for a captivating afternoon at Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts as we celebrate and learn about these incredible creatures of the night at the "Bat Festival: Protecting Our Nocturnal Neighbors." This educational event is designed to shed light on the importance of bats in our ecosystem, raise awareness about the threats they face, and empower attendees to take action to protect them.

3:00 PM – Education Tables/Costume Contest
4:00 PM – Bat Expert Presentation
5:30 PM – Bat Listening Demo

Bring your picnic blanket, chairs, food and beverages for a fun and educational event.

Reserve your spot today!