World Migratory Bird Day
World Migratory Bird Day at Inwood Hill Park, with Natural Areas Conservancy. Photo: Tessa O'Connell
NYC Bird Alliance is a proud participant in World Migratory Bird Day. Every May and October, this global awareness-raising campaign celebrates the amazing journeys of migratory birds and inspires worldwide conservation of migratory birds and their habitats. Birders of all skill levels are welcome!
This spring, World Migratory Bird Day will take place on Saturday, May 9, 2026. See below for our line-up of WMBD events across the City!
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Photo courtesy of Randall's Island Park Alliance
Randall's Island: Bird Bonanza (5/9)
Take flight at Randall’s Island Park’s annual Bird Bonanza, the Alliance's celebration of World Migratory Bird Day. Spend the day exploring all things feathered with hands-on crafts, lively games, educational activities, and a guided bird tour with expert Gabriel Willow.
