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Owl-O-Ween

Owl-O-Ween

Get your costume on and come out for a hootin’ good time at Owl-O-Ween, a spooktacular event at the Carolina Raptor Center that combines the enchantment of owls with the thrill of Halloween!

Owl-O-Ween is perfect for families looking to add a touch of wildlife wonder to their Halloween festivities, but there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Featured Activities:

Costume Contests – Wear your best costume for the chance to win special prizes. There will be winners for Best Bird Costume, Best Non-Bird Costume, and Best Group Costume!
Trick or Treat Trail – Walk the Raptor Trail and fill your buckets with candy provided by Lowes Food and Staples.
Critter Tables – Tap into your wild side with critter tables featuring everything from snakes to insects.
Owl-Themed Crafts – Show off your artistry through special owl-themed crafts.

Schedule of Events:

10:30am – Presentation by a Raptor Biologist on raptor conservation.
11:30am – Meet a Raptor: Get to know one of our avian ambassadors in this educational program.
1:00pm – Fly-By: Witness a bird in flight in this one-of-a-kind experience
2:30pm – Keeper Chat: Say hello to Bart, our Eurasian Eagle Owl, and learn what makes owls special.

Carolina Raptor Center
$12-$16
10:00 AM - 03:00 PM on Sat, 28 Oct 2023
Carolina Raptor Center
6000 Sample Road
Huntersville, North Carolina 28078
704-875-6521