THE WILD AMERICA NATURE FESTIVAL
The Wild America Nature Festival will be back at Panama Rocks on July 19 and 20, 2025!
Meet wild animals, see hawks fly, shop hand made arts and crafts, and taste delicious food from local food vendors! Highlights include:
Admission may be purchased at the gate!:
Field Parking is $5 per vehicle. Street parking is free when available.
Meet wild animals, see hawks fly, shop hand made arts and crafts, and taste delicious food from local food vendors! Highlights include:
- Meet Wild Animals with Wild Creatures Discovery Center (11:00AM both days)
- Watch free-flying hawks and birds of prey with American Hawkeye falconry demonstrations (2:00pm both days)
- Shop local and regional artists at the arts and craft festival and enjoy delicious food vendors from 10:00am to 5:00pm each day!
- Music by Davis and Eng at 12:15pm to 1:45pm and 3:15pm to 4:45pm both days.
- Explore Panama Rocks from 10:00am to 5:00pm both days.
- Additional events/talks to be announced soon!
Admission may be purchased at the gate!:
- Adults (age 13+) = $12
- Youth (age 6-12) = $10
- 5 & Under = FREE!
Field Parking is $5 per vehicle. Street parking is free when available.
2024 Fest - Featured 50+ ARTISTS & VENDORS
Panama Rocks is set to come alive with the sounds of nature, the sights of vibrant art, and the aromas of delicious food as the Wild America Nature Festival returns on July 27 and 28, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM each day, promising a weekend full of fun and excitement for all ages.
This year there is NO ADMISSION FEE to shop the Nature Art & Craft Show and festival Food Vendors! With over 50 art, craft and food vendors, the Wild America Nature Festival brings in world class painters, jewelers, woodworkers, ceramic artists, fabrics, blacksmithing, and more! The festival is known for the quality and diversity of its art and craft show. The art and craft vendors sell items that they have personally created. Each vendor either specializes in art related to nature, such as painting and photography, or uses natural, organic materials in their work.
This year there is NO ADMISSION FEE to shop the Nature Art & Craft Show and festival Food Vendors! With over 50 art, craft and food vendors, the Wild America Nature Festival brings in world class painters, jewelers, woodworkers, ceramic artists, fabrics, blacksmithing, and more! The festival is known for the quality and diversity of its art and craft show. The art and craft vendors sell items that they have personally created. Each vendor either specializes in art related to nature, such as painting and photography, or uses natural, organic materials in their work.
Food vendors include: Labyrinth Press Co., SuperFresh Organic Café, Another Guy’s Fries, ComaradERIE BBQ, Lombardo Concessions, Ace Kettle Corn, and Hope’s Smoothies. There are food options for everyone including vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and allergy friendly food!
One of the most thrilling and educational experiences at the Wild America Nature Festival is the captivating presentations by Jungle Terry (11am to 12pm both days). Known for his charismatic and engaging style, Jungle Terry brings the wild world of animals up close and personal to festival-goers. His shows feature a diverse array of animals, from slithering snakes and lively lizards to exotic birds and cuddly mammals. Children and adults alike are mesmerized as Terry shares fascinating facts and stories about each animal, highlighting their unique characteristics and behaviors. His interactive approach allows audience members to touch some of the animals, creating an unforgettable hands-on experience. Jungle Terry's passion for wildlife conservation and education shines through every moment, making his presentations a must-see highlight of the festival.
One of the most thrilling and educational experiences at the Wild America Nature Festival is the captivating presentations by Jungle Terry (11am to 12pm both days). Known for his charismatic and engaging style, Jungle Terry brings the wild world of animals up close and personal to festival-goers. His shows feature a diverse array of animals, from slithering snakes and lively lizards to exotic birds and cuddly mammals. Children and adults alike are mesmerized as Terry shares fascinating facts and stories about each animal, highlighting their unique characteristics and behaviors. His interactive approach allows audience members to touch some of the animals, creating an unforgettable hands-on experience. Jungle Terry's passion for wildlife conservation and education shines through every moment, making his presentations a must-see highlight of the festival.
The Wild America Nature Festival also offers an exhilarating falconry demonstration by American Hawkeye, a highlight that mesmerizes audiences with flying birds of prey (2pm to 3pm both days). American Hawkeye's expert falconer Jonathtan Clarkson showcases the incredible agility and speed of these majestic birds, such as falcons, hawks, and eagles. The demonstration not only provides a breathtaking display of aerial acrobatics but also educates viewers on the vital role these raptors play in the ecosystem. As the birds soar and dive, responding to their handlers' commands with precision, spectators gain a deeper appreciation for the bond between the falconer and their avian partners. This thrilling exhibition is both an educational journey and an awe-inspiring spectacle, making it a standout attraction at the festival.
The Sun Dance Kids Petting Zoo is a delightful attraction at the Wild America Nature Festival, offering a hands-on experience with a variety of friendly farm animals. Children and adults alike can interact with goats, sheep, rabbits, and other gentle creatures in a safe and engaging environment.
The festival also features folk music by Davis and Eng and nature walks and talks on topics such as our native ecosystem, wild edible foraging, wildlife rehabilitation, and more! A carnival-style axe throwing experience with prizes is available for purchase at the event.
Panama Rocks is offering a great deal on the festival early bird admission! If you purchase your admission online by July 25th you will receive full weekend admission to the event for the price of a one-day pass allowing you to visit either or both days!
The festival also features folk music by Davis and Eng and nature walks and talks on topics such as our native ecosystem, wild edible foraging, wildlife rehabilitation, and more! A carnival-style axe throwing experience with prizes is available for purchase at the event.
Panama Rocks is offering a great deal on the festival early bird admission! If you purchase your admission online by July 25th you will receive full weekend admission to the event for the price of a one-day pass allowing you to visit either or both days!
