2026 Ground Owl Day

Monday, February 2, 2026

10:00am

Cape Coral Friends of Wildlife will hold its 8th Annual Ground Owl Day on Monday, February 2, 2026, at 10:00 AM. The event will take place at the Pelican Baseball Complex, located at 4128 Pelican Blvd, Cape Coral, FL 33914. This beloved community gathering marks the exciting return of spring and celebrates the city’s official bird, the burrowing owl.

Fox 4 reporter Bella Line will serve as the master of ceremonies for the event, which will feature a special appearance from Athene, the burrowing owl mascot. Community members are invited to join in the excitement to see if Athene will see her shadow and signal the coming of spring! Local leaders and wildlife enthusiasts will also be in attendance to show their support for the conservation of these unique birds. And of course CCFW merchandise will be available for sale.

Date: Monday, February 2, 2026
Time: 10 AM
Location: Pelican Baseball Complex, 4128 Pelican Blvd, Cape Coral, FL 33914