See Alabama’s Bird of the Year at this gala, February 1

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Calling all bird lovers! Alabama Audubon is gearing up to announce the highly anticipated ‘Bird of the Year’ at its second annual gala.

With over 450 bird species calling Alabama home, one lucky bird will earn the prestigious title of Bird of the Year. Last year, the Cedar Waxwing took home the honor.

Keep reading for all the exciting details and how to snag your tickets to the 2025 ‘Bird of the Year’ gala on Saturday, February 1.

Know before you go: Alabama Audubon’s 2025 ‘Bird of the Year’ Gala

• Where: Cahaba Brewing Company, 4500 5th Ave S Building C, Birmingham, AL 35222
• When: February 1, 3-6PM | Bird reveal at 3:30PM
• Dress code: Comfortable + casual
• Tickets: $40

Win fabulous prizes + support local artists

In addition to enjoying delicious food like light hors d’oeuvres and vegetarian options, you’ll have the opportunity to participate in a silent auction and support local artists.

Following the reveal, the Bird of the Year will be featured in an art piece created by talented UAB student, Ava Bailey. The original artwork will be up for auction, with exclusive limited-edition prints also available for purchase.

Don’t miss the silent auction, where you can win:

• Luxury Photography Safari: A six-day, six-night all-inclusive experience in partnership with Zulu Nyala in Africa
• Exclusive bird-themed auction items: private bird walks with Alabama Audubon staff
• Campsite spots, swag bags, Raptor Meet & Greet, + more

Alabama Audubon will also be awarding its first annual Avian Ally award to an organization that went above and beyond to help protect Alabama’s birds in 2024.

There are only a limited quantity of tickets available, so get yours now!

Why support Alabama Audubon?

Since 1927, Alabama Audubon has been devoted to conserving bird habitats and deepening connections to the natural world, working to safeguard both the birds and the people who care about them.

When you support Alabama Audubon, you support:

• Black Belt Birding Initiative
• Banding studies
• Birding for beginner courses
• Coastal Stewardship
• Project Safe Flight ( prevents bird window strikes)
• Travel opportunities
• Walter F. Coxe Research Grants

Fly with a great cause and get your tickets to Alabama Audubon’s 2025 Bird of the Year Gala today!