Nurture What’s Wild!

Busch Wildlife Sanctuary is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting Florida’s native wildlife and natural resources through our two-fold mission of wildlife rehabilitation and environmental education.

SUMMER at Busch Wildlife Sanctuary


This summer, we’ll be keeping our air-conditioned classroom and Discovery Center open as cool down spaces for guests to relax, recharge, and continue exploring through interactive exhibits and activities. We'll have educational videos playing and coloring sheets available throughout the day.

It's hot, so we want to make sure everyone has a comfortable place to cool off while enjoying their Sanctuary adventure!

Don’t miss our other special summer activities:

  • Summer Sunday Tiny Tales Storytime: Every Sunday at 10 a.m. from June 7 through August 9, little nature lovers ages can enjoy a story and an up-close animal encounter. Stay afterwards for a special Mommy & Me activity for just $5 per person, too!

  • DISCOUNTED Summer Birthday Parties: Calling all party animals! Enjoy 50% OFF an outdoor birthday party at our Sanctuary, available on Saturday & Sunday from either 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. OR 2 to 4 p.m. Click here for more information on our birthday party packages.

  • Where’s Poppy? Sanctuary Scavenger Hunt: Poppy the Opossum has hidden clues all around the Sanctuary! Explore, observe, and see if you can find everything on Poppy’s list. Available daily at our Welcome Center.

Upcoming Events



Thank You to Our Corporate Sponsors

Open to the public 7 days a week 10:00am - 4:30pm
Closed on New Year’s Day, Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas
Admission is by donation

Abierto al público los 7 días de la semana de 10:00am a 4:30pm
Cerrado el día de Año Nuevo, Semana Santa, Acción de Gracias y Navidad.
La entrada es por donación.