

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: World Migratory Bird Day Celebration
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 02:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Join us for a day of celebrating the beauty and importance of birds! This event, hosted by Kzoo Parks and the Audubon Society of Kalamazoo, offers something for everyone—from nature lovers to bird enthusiasts. The theme for this year's World Migratory Bird Day is Citizen Science: "Every Bird Counts – Your Observations Matter".

Activities

9:30 a.m. - Guided Bird Walk:
Audubon Kzoo will lead an informative bird walk sharing details on local bird species and migratory patterns that shape their journeys. Bring your own binoculars or borrow a pair at the event!

12:00 - 1:00 p.m. - Raptor Program:
Live raptor program presented by Blandford Nature Center’s bird ambassadors

Nature Inspired Art Mart:
Looking for a unique gift or piece of art? Nature-themed artwork will be available for sale from talented local artists like Madison Memering, Hann of the Woods, and CrestedBoutique.

Crafts:
There will also be crafts and hands-on activities, including a fun “Create Your Own Bird Feeder” activity! This is a great opportunity to get creative and take home something that will help attract local birds to your own backyard.

There will also be a Scavenger Hunt with a prize and a general prize drawing!


Informational &amp; Activity Booths

The event will also feature a variety of local organizations with informational and activity booths including:

 - Audubon Society of Kalamazoo
 - City of Kalamazoo
 - Michigan Botanical Society, Southwestern Chapter
 - Kalamazoo Nature Center
 - Kalamazoo Conservation District
 - Kalamazoo River Watershed Council
 - Kellogg Bird Sanctuary
 - Kalamazoo Public Library
 - Kalamazoo Area Wild Ones
 - Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy
 - Air Zoo 
 - Stewards of Kleinstuck 

Come enjoy this family-friendly event and help us celebrate the amazing world of migratory birds! The event is free and open to the public, so bring your friends, family, and fellow bird enthusiasts!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kalamazoo/world-migratory-bird-day-celebration/200029828380440
- **Event Categories**: Art, fine-arts
- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: http://facebook.com/200029828380440?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=kalamazoo-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Kalamazoo
- **state**: MI
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Upjohn Park, 1000 Walter Street
- **lat**: 42.282178201064
- **long**: -85.577129625561
- **full address**: Upjohn Park, 1000 Walter Street, Kalamazoo, United States

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 2
- **organizer**: Kzoo Parks (https://allevents.in/org/kzoo-parks/1285960)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 09:00 am (-04:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Upjohn Park, 1000 Walter Street, Kalamazoo, United States
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Kzoo Parks
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** Art, fine-arts
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about World Migratory Bird Day Celebration ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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