24th Annual Burrowing Owl Festival
Saturday, February 28, 2026
10:00AM – 4:00PM
Join Cape Coral Friends of Wildlife (CCFW) for a fun-filled day as we celebrate the 24th Annual Burrowing Owl Festival Wildlife and Environmental Expo, a community event dedicated to Cape Coral’s iconic bird—the burrowing owl! This exciting festival promises to be an unforgettable experience for wildlife lovers, families, and everyone who cares about preserving our natural world.
Enjoy live animal exhibits, guided wildlife tours, unique vendors, children’s activities, food and beverages, and a silent auction as you explore the beauty and importance of Cape Coral’s wildlife and environment.
A $5 suggested donation for ages 12 and up supports vital conservation efforts, ensuring the continued preservation of these treasured species and their habitats.
Rotary Park Environmental Center
5505 Rose Garden Rd.
Cape Coral, FL 33914
239-549-4606
Get Involved Today!
2026 Official Flyer
2026 Donation Form
2026 Sponsorship Form
Sponsors:
Charlotte Taft and Shelley Oram
Patty Guard and William Barrett
Grants:
Donors:
Adventure Science Center
All Native Nursery
Alligator Farm St. Augustine
Babcock Ranch Eco Tours
Banana Bay Boat Tours
Barkbox
Brew Bus
Carl Hiaasen
Captiva Cruises
Clearwater Aquarium
Conrad Peloquin
Conservancy of SW Florida
Crayola Experience
CROW
Danny Yates Landscaping
Frost Science Center
High Tide Social House
Hill Town Tours
IMAG
Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra
Jayne Baker
Kate Dolamore Art
KellyCreativ Creaton
Kokoro Essentials for Art
LYNQ
Manatee Coffee
Mel’s Diner
Mertailor’s Mermaid Aquarium Encounter
Michele Mold
Nascar Museum
Orlando Family Stage
Palmetto Pines Country Club
Peace River Botanical Gardens
Pepper Street Studios
Photography by Michiale
Pineapple Picasso
Portillo’s
Prawnbroker
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
Columbia SC
Safina Center
Sage on 47th
Snowy Owl Coffee
The BroBasket
The Butterfly World
The Melting Pot Restaurant
The Veranda
The Wonder Gardens
Total Look Hair Design
Total Wine & More
University Grill
Vortex Optical
Zak’s Jewelers
Now Accepting 2026 Sponsors
Support local wildlife education and community engagement by becoming a sponsor of the 24th Annual Burrowing Owl Festival. Sponsorship opportunities are now open. Gain exposure for your organization while helping protect Cape Coral’s iconic species and natural environment. Send in your form today to get involved!