Fall Flights!

Fall Flights Will Return September 2023

Autumn in Boise is a great time to visit the World Center for Birds of Prey to see Fall Flights. Every weekend from mid-September through the end of October, see our education birds fly outdoors, where they swoop and soar over the heads of delighted audiences to show off their amazing aerial skills. This is your best opportunity to get up-close to a hawk, falcon, or owl as they glide sometimes only inches over your head! 

Each 45-minute demonstration is narrated to help you learn about the exciting lives of these sky hunters! Children love the high-energy activity of the speeding falcons. Photographers will enjoy the opportunity to photograph the raptors as they fly within close proximity. Bird watchers will marvel to see some of the less common species such as the Aplomado Falcon.

Whatever your reason, plan to join us for this fall family tradition!

Frequently asked questions, Fall Flights

Can I buy my tickets at the World Center for Birds of Prey?

No, all tickets must be purchased online prior to arrival due to limited seating capacity and to allow for proper physical distancing.

Will I still be able to get in if I am late?

The recommended time to arrive is between 2:00 pm and 2:30 pm, for the safety of the birds and people participating in flighted event, there will be no late arrivals admitted to the program. Guests are welcomed to enjoy the Interpretive Center if they do not make it to the program in time. The Interpretive Trails are closed during the Fall Flights program and reopen after the show. 

Can I arrive before 2:00 pm?

Yes, your Fall Flights tickets are good for both admission to the World Center for Birds of Prey (the day of your flight tickets) and for the special event. 

Is this event a good fit for my children? 

Fall Flights are not recommended for children under 4 years of age or for individuals that cannot sit still for up to 45 minutes. Our trained raptors will be flying across and around our outdoor amphitheater, and it is important for bird and human safety that the audience remain seated throughout the program.

Will the rest of the facility be open during the flight show? 

The World Center for Birds of Prey will remain open for people not attending the special event, with last admission at 4:15 pm. If you are attending the flight, the recommended arrival time is 2:00 pm (or earlier if you are hoping to spend some time exploring the center). Only individuals with pre-purchased tickets will be admitted to the amphitheater for the Fall Flights event at 3:00 pm. The Interpretive Trails are closed during the Fall Flights program and reopen after the show. 

What happens if there is inclement weather? 

Fall Flights is weather dependent, in the event of strong winds or rain, operator will make the call to cancel by 10:00 am on the day of the event, and your tickets will be fully refunded with a confirmation cancellation email, it is then up to the visitor to rebook for a later date. 

Are dogs allowed?

No dogs are allowed at Fall Flights or any other free-flighted or gloved live bird program.

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