Florida Bat Festival at Lubee Bat Conservancy
- When: Saturday, October 26, 2024, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: Lubee Bat Conservancy 1309 NW 192nd Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32609
- Cost: $5 AGES 5-12, $10 AGES 13 +, KIDS 4 and under are FREE, $30 BEER GARDEN includes general festival entry. Must be 21+ to participate. Online tickets available.
Calling All Bat Enthusiasts, Animal & Nature Lovers, Festival Partakers, and Curious Minds!
For two decades, the Florida Bat Festival has been a much-anticipated Family Friendly Fall Festival and is a beacon of education, conservation, and excitement, AND this year, we're celebrating our 20th Anniversary in grand style! Join Lubee Bat Conservancy on Saturday, October 26th from 10-5 pm for a day filled with thrilling activities, captivating exhibits, and unforgettable experiences for the whole family. And of course, the world’s largest bats!
Here's why you don’t want to miss out on this year's annual event ...
Explore the Fascinating World of Bats: From the tiny pipistrelles to the majestic flying foxes, immerse yourself in the diversity of bat species through engaging exhibits, interactive displays, and educational presentations.
Discover the Importance of Bats in Ecosystems: Did you know that bats play a crucial role in pollination, pest control, and planting seeds? Discover the 3P’s of the bat world! Learn about their vital contributions to our environment and the importance of conservation efforts to protect these remarkable creatures.
Engage in Fun-Filled Activities & Shopping: From face painting to bat-themed crafts to visiting 100+ vendors, there's something for everyone at the FL Bat Festival! Get creative, unleash your imagination, and take-home unique souvenirs to commemorate your day.
Food Truck Delights: Refuel and recharge with an array of mouthwatering food options available throughout the festival grounds. Whether you're craving savory snacks, vegan nums, or sweet delights, we've got you covered!
Enjoy the Beer Garden in Oak Hollow: The Florida Bat Festival Beer Garden is the perfect shaded place to embrace the great outdoors on Lubee property. Sit under 250+ year old Live Oaks while enjoying brews from numerous local Florida breweries, live music on the Oak Hollow Stage, savory foods, or marveling & admiring the beauty of our oak trees that have been around since the American Revolutionary War! Ticket required to enjoy the beers, not the shade, food, or music!
New this year! Baby bats, more bats- we have acquired 58 bats from 5 species, beautiful murals, education stations, new games and vendors, expanded beer garden and food offerings, new & improved entrance, live music from Jig to a Milestone and Aisle 14! New things to see and do - We've added signs, artwork, scavenger hunts, and other items to our property since last Bat Fest. Walk around with family and friends and enjoy the sights and sounds of Lubee Bat Conservancy.
- Website: www.facebook.com
- Contact Phone: (352) 485-1250
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- Category: Family Fun
Support Conservation Efforts: Your attendance at the Florida Bat Festival directly impacts and contributes to our bats here at Lubee and vital conservation initiatives aimed at preserving bats and their habitats.
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