• 61 South Main Street Farmington, Utah 84025
  • M-F 8am to 5pm

May 15-18, 2025

Registration

Registration will open on March 20th at 10 am MT. Watch our How-To Register video to prepare.

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Festival Schedule

The 2025 festival schedule is now live! We are pleased to offer over 80 field trips and 14 workshops.

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Wings & Things Vendor Fair

New for 2025! Explore local vendor booths featuring artisans, small businesses, and community favorites.

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Spotlight Bird

Discover our 2025 Spotlight Bird: the Belted Kingfisher. Dive into the world of this extraordinary avian now!

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Featured Events

Get ready for this year's exciting featured events lineup, featuring keynote speaker, Joanna Wu, and local artists.

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Family Day

Join us on Saturday, May 17th from 9:00 am - 2:00 pm at Western Sports Park for FREE activities the whole family will enjoy!!

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Workshops

Experience our hands-on festival workshops! From owl pellet dissections to live raptor encounters, there's something for all ages.

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Merchandise

Discover our latest official T-Shirt and Sweatshirt! Explore more official merchandise for this year's event in our shop.

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Birders Can Fight Bird Flu!

Help Great Salt Lake Bird Festival fight the spread of bird flu. Follow these guidelines to help protect the birds you love from pathogenic bird flu.


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REGISTRATION OPENS MARCH 20

Registration for the 2025 festival will open on March 20th at 10 am MT. Prepare for registration by viewing our 2025 schedule and finding your favorite events.


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2025 SPOTLIGHT BIRD

We're excited to celebrate this year's spotlight bird: the Belted Kingfisher! Learn more about this fascinating species. 


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The 27thAnnual
Great Salt Lake Bird Festival

Experience immersive field trips, engaging workshops, and captivating featured events that showcase the region’s diverse bird life and natural beauty. Celebrate with fellow bird enthusiasts and discover why our festival is one of the nation’s premier nature events.

Discover Davis, Utah's Amusement Capital, is pleased to once again welcome you to the Great Salt Lake Bird Festival in beautiful northern Utah. Davis County is home to the Great Salt Lake, a major North/South migration route for more than 250 bird species, making it one of the top places for birders to catch unique glimpses of our many feathered friends. Not only is Davis County a great place to find a variety of majestic birds, it is the ideal location for festival goers to relax after a long day of birding. From hotels to dining and shopping to grabbing a quick breakfast before your adventure-filled day, you are in good hands as you go and Discover Davis!

We are pleased to offer over 80 field trips and 14 workshops during this year's festival. Our festival offerings are designed to create a unique experience with trips providing “behind the gates” access to areas that cannot be accessed by the general public. Attendees will be able to experience some of Utah's most beautiful State Parks, State Wildlife Areas, and National Refuge areas. Utah is known for its diverse habitats, which result in a variety of birds. Vast desserts, high mountain peaks, rushing rivers, and of course, the saltiest lake in the country are sure to lure the most fascinating birds from all over the world!
Festival headquarters will be located at the brand new Western Sports Park complex near Farmington Station. From here, you can embark on guided field trips or enjoy a workshop led by local birding experts. The festival will take place over the course of four days, along with pre and post-trips that will be available through festival partners. Field trips with provided transportation will meet at WSP before heading out to experience the Wasatch Front, or if you prefer to drive-yourself, many opportunities will be available for you to meet your guide on location. And when you're ready to unwind, Davis County offers a wealth of amenities, including comfortable hotels, excellent dining options, and plenty of places to shop.
We are also thrilled to introduce a new addition to this year's festival: the Wings & Things Vendor Fair. This exciting new event will feature local businesses and artisans, offering a variety of unique products and birding-related gear for sale. It’s the perfect opportunity to connect with the community and shop for one-of-a-kind items.
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Great Salt Lake Shorelands Preserve

In addition to the amazing field trips and workshops, don't miss our evening social events, including the keynote address and our beloved Family Day. This free event invites bird enthusiasts of all ages to enjoy fun, hands-on activities and learn about the fascinating world of birds.

Festival Highlights

Join us at the Great Salt Lake Bird Festival and discover why our festival is hailed as one of the nation's premier events for bird enthusiasts.

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Bird Species

193


Field Trips

80+


Free Events

25

About Us

Discover Davis

The Great Salt Lake Bird Festival was established and organized by Discover Davis in 1999. With the support of a dedicated committee of Utah birding experts and consistent community partners, we have grown to become the preferred birding festival in the region. Drawing hundreds of attendees annually, the festival offers unique field trips, hands-on workshops, and engaging presentations by keynote speakers, providing a platform for passionate birders to celebrate the diverse array of migratory birds in the region while emphasizing the importance of habitat preservation. Participants can expect rare access to closed-off areas, diverse bird species sightings, and the enjoyment of Utah's outdoor beauty during the four-day event.

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Have Questions?

For ways on how you can be involved, including sponsorships, additional information or questions about the GSL Bird Festival, please contact us.

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Lodging

Stay close to all the action by booking your festival lodging in Davis. Choose from national hotel chains and boutique rooms for a perfect festival experience.


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LOCATION | 61 South Main Street Farmington, Utah 84025

MAILING | P.O. Box 618 Farmington, Utah 84025-0618



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