Free Events at Monterey Bay Festival of Birds
Free Field Trips
Select “Free Events Only” ticket option then add your free events
Free Festival Field Trips Still Available!
You don’t have to spend a dime to experience the Monterey Bay Festival of Birds! A handful of FREE field trips still have space available, with opportunities for families, beginning birders, experienced birders, and anyone looking to experience birds in a new way.
#201 Family Birding & Bird Art with MPRPD
Saturday, October 10 | 2:30–4:30 PM | Carmel Valley
Bring the whole family for an afternoon of birding and creativity! Explore local birds with Monterey Peninsula Regional Park District and wrap up the adventure with a bird-inspired art activity. Binoculars and art materials provided.
#203 Oak Woodland Bird Walk & Habitat Restoration with C4SM
Saturday, October 10 | 9 AM–1 PM | Marina
Bird, learn, and give back! Explore oak woodland habitat and its birds while getting hands-on with native habitat restoration near Locke Paddon Park.
#220 Accessible Birding for Everyone at Ensen Community Park
Saturday, October 10 | 9:30–11:30 AM | Salinas
Birding is for everybody! Join us for a welcoming, beginner-friendly outing designed with accessibility in mind and explore the birds of Ensen Community Park along primarily flat paths.
#312 Sea Watch / Seabird Sit Spot
Sunday, October 11 | 3–5 PM | Pacific Grove
Take a seat by the sea and discover the world of migrating seabirds! Learn the basics of seawatching at Point Pinos while scanning the Monterey Bay for birds passing offshore. Scopes and binoculars will be available to share.
#313 Birds & Poetry at Historic Tor House
Sunday, October 11 | 10 AM–1 PM | Carmel
Experience birds, poetry, and coastal beauty at the historic Carmel home of poet Robinson Jeffers. This slower-paced outing brings together birding, local history, poetry, and a unique visit to the Tor House property.
Reserve Your Spot — It’s Free!
Space is limited and some Festival trips have already filled. There is no Festival registration fee required for these outings. When registering, select “Free Events Only” and then choose the field trip you’d like to attend.