Join us at the Hot Springs Convention Center for the inaugural Birding Festival of the South in Hot Springs National Park, Arkansas on October 8-10, 2026 presented by Oaklawn Hot Springs.  As bird watching gains momentum across the country with over 98 million Americans now looking into the skies, Hot Springs is perfectly positioned to become a premier destination for enthusiasts.  With vast areas of protected habitat in the National Park, the surrounding Ouachita National Forest, and Lakes Hamilton, Ouachita, DeGray, and Catherine, our city offers a sanctuary for a diverse variety of species.  This event is set to include field trips, live music, keynote speakers, workshops, panels, kids activities, arts and crafts, vendors and so much more! 

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