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BIRDFEST 2026

Experience West Tennessee Birding

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Tipton County Museum Bird Festival

Tipton County Museum Bird Festival offers an educational ornithological experience of West Tennessee birding located at 751 Bert Johnston Ave. Covington, TN 38019. The festival offers local hikes, educational lectures, and a diverse group of birding enthusiast. Join our birding adventures and share your passion for birds with like-minded individuals. New birders are always welcome, so get in touch to find out what you need to do in order to join.

All About Tipton County Museum Bird Festival

Our Festival

Our Bird Festival consists of several organizations coming together for one common interest, engaging the birding community! Tipton County Museum Bird Festival promotes education and conservation. If you're interested in partnering with us or would like to learn more, please don't hesitate to get in touch.

Tipton County Museum Bird Festival is an educational ornithological experience of West Tennessee birding located at 751 Bert Johnston Ave. Covington, TN 38019. The festival offers birders, of all ages, additional locations in West Tennessee to explore. Join our Birdwatching Club and share your passion for birds with like-minded individuals. New members are always welcome, so get in touch to find out what you need to do in order to join.

Upcoming Events

  • Fri, May 01
    Tipton County Museum
    May 01, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Tipton County Museum , 751 Bert Johnston Ave, Covington, TN 38019, USA
    Come hang out with us for Birds, BBQ, and Beats! 🐦🐷🎶
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  • Sat, May 02
    Lower Hatchie Nat Wildlife Refuge Laud.
    May 02, 2026, 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    Lower Hatchie Nat Wildlife Refuge Laud., 234 Fort Prudhomme Dr, Henning, TN 38041, USA
    From songbirds to shorebirds and everything between!
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  • Sat, May 02
    Lower Hatchie Nat Wildlife Refuge Laud.
    May 02, 2026, 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    Lower Hatchie Nat Wildlife Refuge Laud., 234 Fort Prudhomme Dr, Henning, TN 38041, USA
    Shorebirds, Songbirds, Birds of Prey, and maybe a few rare birds!
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  • Sat, May 02
    Tipton County Museum
    May 02, 2026, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
    Tipton County Museum , 751 Bert Johnston Ave, Covington, TN 38019, USA
    Songbirds for Beginners!
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  • Sat, May 02
    Tipton County Museum
    May 02, 2026, 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM
    Tipton County Museum , 751 Bert Johnston Ave, Covington, TN 38019, USA
    Backyard Birds with Keith!
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  • Sat, May 02
    Tipton County Museum
    May 02, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Tipton County Museum , 751 Bert Johnston Ave, Covington, TN 38019, USA
    To plant or not to plant? That is the question!
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  • Sat, May 02
    Fort Pillow State Historic Park
    May 02, 2026, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    Fort Pillow State Historic Park , 3122 Park Rd, Henning, TN 38041, USA
    Sit back and relax on the water while enjoying the sunset, and maybe an owl or two.
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  • Sun, May 03
    Turner Game Birds
    May 03, 2026, 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM
    Turner Game Birds, 653 Leighs Chapel Rd, Covington, TN 38019, USA
    Quail and Pheasants and Bobolinks, Oh my!
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  • Sun, May 03
    Lower Hatchie Nat Wildlife Refuge Cov.
    May 03, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    Lower Hatchie Nat Wildlife Refuge Cov., Shankle Lake Rd, Covington, Tennessee 38019, USA
    Have lunch with the birds!
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  • Sun, May 03
    Tipton County Museum
    May 03, 2026, 3:00 PM – 3:50 PM
    Tipton County Museum , 751 Bert Johnston Ave, Covington, TN 38019, USA
    Come meet your local Bird's of Prey!
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  • Sun, May 03
    Tipton County Museum
    May 03, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    Tipton County Museum , 751 Bert Johnston Ave, Covington, TN 38019, USA
    Save the Pollinators!
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  • Sun, May 03
    Tipton County Museum
    May 03, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    Tipton County Museum , 751 Bert Johnston Ave, Covington, TN 38019, USA
    Closing Ceremonies
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  • Sun, May 03
    Tipton County Museum
    May 03, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Tipton County Museum , 751 Bert Johnston Ave, Covington, TN 38019, USA
    Enjoy the sunset, while hanging out with other birders.
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