Guidelines

Do the Austin bats come out in February?

Do the Austin bats come out in February?

Nope, they take a sabbatical down South of the border in the winter. If the legislature is not is session I am not sure whether anyone is in Austin in February. over a year ago. I’m pretty sure the bats are there all year around, but I have been there twice and both times were in August.

Do the bats come out in December in Austin?

Early Dec 2020: There are still bats at the bridge (we likely have lost even more to migration in the last cold spell), and are now only flying on warm nights. Early May 2020: Bats are flying later nowadays, around dark, as is typical at this time of year.

What time of year do the bats come out in Austin?

Starting in late March and continuing through early fall, North America’s largest urban bat population calls Austin home. The bats begin to wake up and start their night flight around sunset.

When is Bat Fest going to be in Austin?

Bat Fest is going to take place on August 28, 2021. We will be following the guidelines of the City of Austin at the time of the event. It is a bit far off to know what those will be at this time, so check back closer to the event. Cost: Admission $20 in advance, $25 cash at the gate.

Where to see the bats in Austin TX?

The The LINE hotel Has the best view of the bats and is the closest to the event of any hotel in Austin. Use Promo Code BATFEST for a discounted rate! Address: 111 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78701, United States. (512) 478-9611.

Are there free tailed bats at the Austin Bridge?

Those that can be easily handled are most likely to be sick. If you want to help a downed bat at the bridge, call Austin Bat Refuge. Don’t attempt to handle it yourself. Free-tailed bats are gentle animals that rarely bite except in self-defense if handled. No visitor has ever been attacked or contracted a disease from these bats.

How often do bats emerge in Austin Texas?

Emergences will occur every night during spring and summer, normally within 30 minutes of sundown, before in hot, dry weather, but up to 40 minutes after in cooler, damp weather. Austin sunset times are available here.