Center for Birds of Prey Brings Live Raptor Show to SEWE

The popular attraction returns to Marion Square in downtown Charleston.

Feb. 5, 2026 at 6:15pm

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The Center for Birds of Prey is bringing its live raptor demonstrations back to the Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE) in Charleston, South Carolina this year. The daily shows in Marion Square will allow visitors to see hawks, owls, and falcons up close while learning about wildlife conservation and the center's work in raptor rehabilitation and education.

Why it matters

The Center for Birds of Prey's SEWE demonstrations are a beloved attraction that blend entertainment and education, offering families and wildlife enthusiasts an up-close look at birds of prey and insights into preserving their habitats.

The details

The Center for Birds of Prey's live raptor shows at SEWE will feature high-flying visuals of hawks, owls, and falcons, while also educating the audience on the center's efforts in raptor rehabilitation, species protection, and wildlife conservation. The demonstrations are designed to be both engaging and informative.

  • The Center for Birds of Prey will return to the Southeastern Wildlife Exposition in Charleston, South Carolina this year.
  • The daily demonstrations will take place in Marion Square during the SEWE event.

The players

Center for Birds of Prey

A wildlife conservation organization that focuses on raptor rehabilitation, education, and species protection.

Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE)

An annual event in Charleston, South Carolina that celebrates wildlife, nature, and outdoor recreation.

Stephen Schabel

The president and CEO of the Avian Conservation Center, which operates the Center for Birds of Prey.

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What they’re saying

“The daily demonstrations highlight the center's work in raptor rehabilitation, education and species protection, blending high-flying visuals with lessons on preserving birds of prey and their habitats.”

— Stephen Schabel, President and CEO, Avian Conservation Center

The takeaway

The Center for Birds of Prey's SEWE demonstrations provide an engaging and educational experience for visitors, offering a unique opportunity to see birds of prey up close while learning about the important work being done to conserve these magnificent creatures and their habitats.