Annual Wildlife Festival

Our Wildlife Festival takes place annually on the first Sunday after Memorial Day.

The festival coincides with the stunning bloom of wild blue lupines and the emergence of the first brood of the endangered Karner blue butterfly—truly a sight to behold! It is a celebration of wildlife and the natural world, where we bring together local environmental, conservation, recreation, and educational organizations for an enriching experience.

The Wildlife Festival offers an opportunity to connect with nature while learning about our local ecosystem, and participating in fun activities such as themed walks, interactive shows, craft stations, and much more! This event is the perfect opportunity to celebrate the natural world and engage with a passionate community of nature enthusiasts.

At Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park, our mission is to provide environmental education and opportunities for outdoor recreation while supporting the conservation of ecological systems and natural habitats.

The Wildlife Festival is a testament to this mission, as it brings together individuals and organizations dedicated to fostering a deeper connection with the environment.

The Wildlife Festival is an official National Trails Day event!

2026 Wildlife Festival Exhibitors and Sponsors

Adirondack Folk School

Albany Pine Bush Preserve Commission

Alzheimer’s Association Northeastern New York

Ballston Spa National Bank

Caffe Lena’s Rolling Pebbles and Jazz Modes

Children’s Museum at Saratoga

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga Springs

Embark Environmental

Friends of Saratoga Spa State Park

Friends of Fort Hardy Park

Glens Falls-Saratoga Chapter of ADK Mountain Club

Guiding Eyes For The Blind Adirondack Puppy Raising Region

Hop on Home Rabbit Rescue

House of Bloom

Hudson Crossing Park

Lower Adirondack Search and Rescue (LASAR)

Luseedlu’s

Moreau Lake State Park

North Country Wild Care

NYS Department of Environmental Conservation

NYS DEC Division of Communication, Education, and Engagement

Parker’s Perfect Soaps

Roving House

Saratoga Children’s Literacy League

Saratoga County Department of Health

Saratoga Springs Public Library

Saratoga Trails Alliance

Silent Wings

Sip Happens Drink Co.

Southern Adirondack Beekeepers Association

Sustainable Saratoga

Track 4 Visual Arts Face Painting

Waldorf School of Saratoga

Wild Ones of the Southern Adirondacks

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