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San Diego Bird Festival

Where Passion Takes Flight

February 25 - March 1, 2026

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Join the premier celebration of the wild birds, habitats, and bird-friendly people at the San Diego Bird Festival.

We support the mission of the San Diego Bird Alliance to defend our region’s birds, wild habitats, and unique biodiversity.

Observe migratory, resident, and endemic bird species on field trips with accomplished birders and photographers.

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Increase your knowledge of birds and bird behavior from experts during live programs and keynote presentations.

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2026 Featured Guests and Presenters

TBA

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 25
Marina Village Conference Center
Kenn Kaufman
TBA

Prepare for the future by checking out field gear, books, feeders, and bird-centric tours in our exhibit hall.

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Meet and enjoy spending time with others who share your enthusiasm for birding.

The San Diego Bird Festival invites people of all backgrounds, abilities, orientations, and beliefs to join this celebration of birds. We request that participants be open, welcoming, and respectful towards others and report any conduct they find exclusionary.

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"Such an amazing event. In all ways. Thank you so much to all of the team for making this an amazing experience and for all the work you’re going to do in the future."

Laura H.

Thank you to our sponsors!

Golden Eagle Sponsors ($10,000+)

Nuttall’s Woodpecker Sponsors ($750)

Reddish Egret Sponsors ($7500)

Heermann’s Gull Sponsors ($5000)

Ridgway’s Rail Sponsors ($1750)

Located at beautiful Marina Village on Mission Bay in San Diego

1936 Quivira Way

San Diego, CA, 92109

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