BirdFest & Bluegrass

04/23/2026

To make staying connected simpler, we are moving all our updates to a central hub! 🦆🎶

We are closing this dedicated BirdFest & Bluegrass page by the end of April, but the celebration is still full steam ahead for October 3, 2026.

By consolidating our updates, we’re making it easier for you to keep up with everything happening at the Refuge and in town without having to check multiple pages.

Where to find us now:
Friends of Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge: For all the deep dives into nature, conservation, and BFBG specifics.

Ridgefield First Saturdays: For the latest on the downtown festival atmosphere, music, and community events.

Check out the video for a quick thank you to our followers and a shout-out to our 2026 sponsors— GS-JJ.com, Wild Birds Unlimited, and ilani—who are already helping us get ready for a great year. (Want to add your business name to this list? bit.ly/BFBFSponsor)

Make sure you’re following us at , and , so you don't miss a beat!

04/10/2026

We’re building our 2026 sponsor roster now. If your business wants to be recognized as a community partner supporting the Refuge, this is a great time to commit.

Sponsor here: https://ridgefieldfriends.org/birdfest-bluegrass-sponsorship/

04/03/2026

BirdFest & Bluegrass brings our community together every October to celebrate the Refuge, migratory wildlife, music, and family activities. (ridgefieldfriends.org)

Sponsorships are open now.

Sponsor here: https://ridgefieldfriends.org/birdfest-bluegrass-sponsorship/

03/27/2026

Title + Premier Sponsorships available:
Sandhill Crane ($10,000) and Great Horned Owl ($5,000) receive top-tier visibility across festival promotions and locations. (ridgefieldfriends.org)

Sponsor here: https://ridgefieldfriends.org/birdfest-bluegrass-sponsorship/

📷 Marsh Wren by William Arle & American Kestral by Zack Aurand

03/20/2026

Want a targeted, visible sponsorship option? Sign on as a Great Egret ($1,500) to sponsor a specific festival venue (music, crafts, bussing, refuge HQ locations, and more). (ridgefieldfriends.org)

Sponsor here: https://ridgefieldfriends.org/birdfest-bluegrass-sponsorship/

03/13/2026

Pick a sponsorship level that fits your business: $250 / $500 / $1,500 / $5,000 / $10,000. (ridgefieldfriends.org)

Your support helps power a community event that celebrates the Refuge and connects thousands of people to nature. (ridgefieldfriends.org)

Sponsor here: https://ridgefieldfriends.org/birdfest-bluegrass-sponsorship/

📷 Great Blue Heron by Kenya Byrnes

03/11/2026

Board member Stacy Mueller shares why she supports the Friends of Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge

If you’ve ever walked the refuge trails, watched the birds lift off at sunrise, or brought family and friends to experience this incredible place, you know how special it is.

Our refuge thrives because of a community that cares deeply about protecting habitat, expanding environmental education, and keeping this space open for everyone to enjoy.

Events like BirdFest & Bluegrass help make that possible—bringing people together to celebrate wildlife, nature, and community while supporting the refuge we all love.

Feeling inspired by Stacy’s message?

Learn how you can support BirdFest and Bluegrass today.

🔗 https://ridgefieldfriends.org/birdfest-bluegrass-sponsorship/

Thank you for helping protect Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge for generations to come.

03/06/2026

Local businesses: sponsorships are now open for BirdFest & Bluegrass — Ridgefield’s annual celebration of the Refuge, wildlife, and community.

Sponsorships start at $250 and include options to sponsor festival venues and high-visibility placements.

Sponsor here: https://ridgefieldfriends.org/birdfest-bluegrass-sponsorship/

📷 Yellow-headed Blackbird by Michael Schultz & River S Unit Ground Fog Sunrise by Drew Heiss

02/12/2026

We featured Osprey last year for our Bird of the Year, but our excitement for the Port of Ridgefield Osprey nests never stops!

We haven't chosen the Bird of the Year for this year yet, but a little birdie tells us that the vote might be up to Friends of Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge Members this year! Stay tuned to your emails and social channels to learn more. 🎊🪽🪕
Members get the message first!
www.ridgefieldfriends.org

Exciting news! 🎉 The new osprey cam is up and running on our website - check it out! We think it looks really sharp. https://portridgefield.org/osprey-cam

You can still find the old cam, now aimed at the boat launch, on our Boating page. (We know, we know: It's crooked. It bugs us, too, and we're working on fixing it!)

01/25/2026

- It might be chilly outside, but we are already dreaming of sunshine, banjos, and birdwatching! We are officially kicking off the countdown to BirdFest & Bluegrass 2026, and we are thrilled to announce our very first sponsor of the year!

A huge thank you to GS-JJ.com (https://www.gs-jj.com/) for jumping on board early to support our favorite community celebration. We are excited to work with a partner that helps bring missions to life through creative gear and community support.

Their early commitment helps us start planning the music, the workshops, and the nature walks that make BirdFest & Bluegrass so special. Stay tuned as we release more details this coming summer—this year is going to be one for the songbirds! ✨

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