Bat Chat
2026-05-22 19:30 - 20:30, 2026-05-29 19:30 - 20:30, 2026-06-05 19:30 - 20:30, 2026-06-12 19:30 - 20:30, 2026-06-19 19:30 - 20:30, 2026-06-26 19:30 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | Waugh Drive Bat Bridge, 1
Stroll to Waugh Drive Bridge for a Bat Chat with the Houston Area Bat Team and see the bat colony up close!
Did you know? These population of Mexican Free-tailed Bats at the Waugh Bridge can reach a peak of approximately 300,000 in the summer months! Around sunset, the colony leaves the crevices beneath the bridge and create a whirlwind-like formation as they emerge. Join the Houston Area Bat Team to learn and discover as they share fun, educational facts and insights about these miniature, flying mammals!
Invite your family and friends, bring a picnic blanket, wear your bug spray, and admire this unique phenomena.

Bat Chats are held every Friday evening from May to August as part of our Summer Species series, starting 30 minutes before sunset.

Cost
Free
Time
7:30 – 8:30pm (30 minutes before sunset)
Meeting Location
Waugh Bridge Bat Colony Observation Deck (along Allen Parkway)
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Batman on the Bayou
2026-07-25 19:00 - 22:30 | THE WATER WORKS, 105 Sabine Street, Houston, TX, 77007, United States
Join Buffalo Bayou Partnership for Batman on the Bayou, a free evening celebrating one of Houston’s most unique nighttime species. Presented as part of BBP’s Summer Species series exploring all things BATS, the event will feature family-friendly activities, nature education, and opportunities to learn more about the important role these night flyers play in our urban ecosystem.
Guests can enjoy:
• A screening of Batman Returns, costumes encouraged!
• Educational experiences and bat-themed activities hosted by the Houston Area Bat Team
• Food trucks, music, and frozen margaritas (no bats = no tequila)
• Bat trivia… and more!
Grab your cape and lawn chair for a fun summer evening along the bayou!

Cost
Free
Time
7-10:30 PM (Movie begins at 8:15 PM)
Meeting Location
The Water Works in Buffalo Bayou Park (105-B Sabine St)
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