Annual Wildlife set for Festival February 21

Posted On: February 5, 2026

Lyonia Environmental Center will host its annual Wildlife Festival from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 21, inviting the community to enjoy a fun, family-friendly day celebrating Florida’s
wildlife and natural environments.

The free event will feature live animal presentations, interactive environmental exhibits, children’s activities, guided hikes and eco-buggy tours through Lyonia Preserve. An early-bird guided hike will begin at 9 a.m. Food will also be available for purchase from onsite food trucks.

Wildlife presentations will be held throughout the day and include:

• 10 a.m. - Florida Bat Conservancy: “Bat Myths and Truths Revealed,” featuring live bats
• 11 a.m. - Marine Science Center: “Birds of Prey”, highlighting owls, hawks and other raptors
• Noon - Wildlife Corridor Presentation, an interactive discussion on the importance of wildlife corridors
• 1 p.m. - Gatorland Presentation, featuring an alligator and other animals

The festival will also feature a wide range of environmental and community exhibitors, native plants for sale, and displays from local nature-focused attractions. A dedicated children’s area will offer games, crafts and face painting.

The festival is designed to provide a fun, engaging way for people of all ages to connect with nature while learning about Florida’s unique ecosystems and wildlife. Lyonia Environmental Center is located at 2150 Eustace Ave., Deltona. Admission is free, and registration is not required. For questions, call Lyonia Environmental Center at 386-789-7207 ext. #21028.

10 a.m.–3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 21