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EVENTS HUB

Sunset on the Boardwalk

Join us as we celebrate the start of fall migration on South Padre Island!

Every Wednesday in October, you will be able to enjoy the gorgeous weather and the stunning birds that visit our center. Drinks will be available for purchase at our gift shop to enjoy on our back patio while you watch a picturesque fall sunset over South Padre Island!

Date
Time
Location
Price

Every Wednesday in October

5:30 - 7:30pm

SPI Birding & Nature Center

$6.00*

*Admission fee enters you for a chance to win an annual membership for up to 4 people (2 Adult & 2 Children) to the South Padre Island Birding, Nature Center & Alligator Sanctuary.

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Second Annual
Birds & Butterflies Garden Party

Our signature fundraiser, the Birds & Butterflies Garden Party, returns for its second year on Saturday, October 11, 2025! Join us for an unforgettable evening supporting the conservation and education efforts of the SPI Birding, Nature Center & Alligator Sanctuary with live music, delicious food and cocktails, a silent auction & more!

Second Annual Birds & Butterflies Garden Party
Second Annual Birds & Butterflies Garden Party
When
Oct 11, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Where
SPI Birding & Nature Center,
6801 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, TX 78597, USA

Hallowings 2025

Celebrate Monarch Migration season with us!

 

This year's Hallowings will take place on the last Sunday of October! Enjoy free admission for a day and gain access to a variety of fun activities including a native plant sale, live music, local vendors, face painting, sandcastle lessons, butterfly garden tours, costume contests, and more!

Date
Time
Location

Sunday, October 26th, 2025

11:00am - 5:00pm

SPI Birding & Nature Center

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30th Annual 

Winter Outdoor Wildlife Expo
2026

SAVE THE DATE!

February 5 - 7, 2026

Join us for the 30th Annual Winter Outdoor Wildlife Expo (WOWE), a unique 3-day event at the South Padre Island Birding, Nature Center & Alligator Sanctuary!

 

Get ready to immerse yourself in the natural splendor of South Texas and the lower Laguna Madre with distinguished guest speakers, engaging exhibits, a wildlife photo contest, and exciting pre-expo field trips to the wildest places in the area.

Experience captivating presentations on a wide array of topics, including sea turtles, native plants, birds, fishing, butterflies, dragonflies, and more. Enjoy live shows and explore exhibits from non-profit environmental and wildlife organizations.

 

Don't miss this opportunity to discover the natural treasures of this breathtaking region!

Details on guest speakers and pre-expo tours for the 30th Annual Winter Wildlife Expo will be available at a later date. Check back for updates!

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