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Find special events and kid-friendly activities for the whole family in our store and throughout the South Charlotte, Matthews area.

[DATE CHANGE] Bird Walk at Colonel Francis Beatty Park with Tony Lombardino

Join us on April 15th for a bird walk at Colonel Francis Beatty Park. From 8-9:30 AM, you’ll have the chance to explore the park with expert guide, Tony Lombardino and witness the beauty of nature. See the world through a different perspective and experience it like never before. Click for more details…

Reptiles 101 at Backyard Birds

Join us at Backyard Birds on April 15th from 11AM – 1PM. Jay Bell, founder of Reptiles 101 will be diving into the different types of reptiles, distinguishing between harmless and venomous species, their habitats, and how to care for them! Click for more details…

[DATE CHANGE] Native Pollinator Plant Sale with Lisa Tompkins, Carolina Heritage Nursery

Attention gardening enthusiasts and nature lovers! We’re thrilled to announce our upcoming Native Pollinator Plant Sale event in partnership with Carolina Heritage Nursery’s Lisa Tompkins. Join us on April 22nd from 11AM to 1PM at Backyard Birds, lfor a diverse selection of native pollinator plants perfect for your backyard garden. Click for more details…

Meet Stephen Hughes, Wildlife Naturalist & Master Falconer at Backyard Birds

Backyard Birds is pleased to bring you Stephen Hughes, Wildlife Naturalist & Master Falconer, on Saturday, May 6, 2023, from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm.

Bird Walk at Colonel Francis Beatty Park with Tony Lombardino

Bring a friend and join us Saturday, May 13, 2023 at 8:00 AM, for a bird walk at Colonel Francis Beatty Park guided by Tony Lombardino, an avid birder who has lead many bird walks for visitors to the Rockefeller University Field Research Center in Millbrook, NY and as a docent at the Lab of Ornithology at Cornell University.

Bird Walk at Colonel Francis Beatty Park with Tony Lombardino

Bring a friend and join us Saturday, June 10, 2023 at 8:00 AM, for a bird walk at Colonel Francis Beatty Park guided by Tony Lombardino, an avid birder who has lead many bird walks for visitors to the Rockefeller University Field Research Center in Millbrook, NY and as a docent at the Lab of Ornithology at Cornell University.

Bird Walk at Colonel Francis Beatty Park with Tony Lombardino

Bring a friend and join us Saturday, July 8, 2023 at 8:00 AM, for a bird walk at Colonel Francis Beatty Park guided by Tony Lombardino, an avid birder who has lead many bird walks for visitors to the Rockefeller University Field Research Center in Millbrook, NY and as a docent at the Lab of Ornithology at Cornell University.

Reptiles 101 at Backyard Birds

Jay Bell, founder of Reptiles 101, offers a hands-on presentation focusing on distinguishing between harmless and venomous species of reptiles on Saturday, July 15, 2023, from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM at Backyard Birds. Click for more details…

Meet Stephen Hughes, Wildlife Naturalist & Master Falconer at Backyard Birds

Backyard Birds is pleased to bring you Stephen Hughes, Wildlife Naturalist & Master Falconer, on Saturday, July 29, 2023, from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm. Click for more details…

Bird Walk at Colonel Francis Beatty Park with Tony Lombardino

Bring a friend and join us Saturday, August 12, 2023 at 8:00 AM, for a bird walk at Colonel Francis Beatty Park guided by Tony Lombardino, an avid birder who has lead many bird walks for visitors to the Rockefeller University Field Research Center in Millbrook, NY and as a docent at the Lab of Ornithology at Cornell University. Click for more details.

Bird Walk at Colonel Francis Beatty Park with Tony Lombardino

Bring a friend and join us Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 8:00 AM, for a bird walk at Colonel Francis Beatty Park guided by Tony Lombardino, an avid birder who has lead many bird walks for visitors to the Rockefeller University Field Research Center in Millbrook, NY and as a docent at the Lab of Ornithology at Cornell University.

Reptiles 101 at Backyard Birds

Jay Bell, founder of Reptiles 101, offers a hands-on presentation focusing on distinguishing between harmless and venomous species of reptiles on Saturday, September 16, 2022, from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM at Backyard Birds. Note, date changed due to inclement weather.

Meet Steven Hughes, Wildlife Naturalist & Master Falconer at Backyard Birds

Backyard Birds is pleased to bring you Steven Hughes, Wildlife Naturalist & Master Falconer, on Saturday, October 7, 2023, from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm.

Bird Walk at Colonel Francis Beatty Park with Tony Lombardino

Bring a friend and join us Saturday, October 14, 2023 at 8:00 AM, for a bird walk at Colonel Francis Beatty Park guided by Tony Lombardino. Click for more details…

Bird Walk at Colonel Francis Beatty Park with Tony Lombardino

Bring a friend and join us Saturday, November 11, 2023 at 8:00 AM, for a bird walk at Colonel Francis Beatty Park guided by Tony Lombardino, an avid birder who has lead many bird walks for visitors to the Rockefeller University Field Research Center in Millbrook, NY and as a docent at the Lab of Ornithology at Cornell University.

Buddy’s Annual Christmas Bash with Santa

It’s that time of year again for Buddy’s Annual Christmas Bash and guess who’s making a special appearance? You guessed right. The jolly old elf himself, Santa Claus. Click for more details…

Bird Walk at Colonel Francis Beatty Park with Tony Lombardino

Bring a friend and join us Saturday, December 9, 2023 at 8:00 AM, for a bird walk at Colonel Francis Beatty Park guided by Tony Lombardino, an avid birder who has lead many bird walks for visitors to the Rockefeller University Field Research Center in Millbrook, NY and as a docent at the Lab of Ornithology at Cornell University.