Emergence Times

The bats at the Congress Avenue Bridge are currently emerging between 8:30pm - 9:15pm daily. THESE TIMES MAY VARY DUE TO CHANGES IN WEATHER CONDITIONS.  (Updated 6-17-13) Emergence times are updated twice a week. 

Many thanks to Lonestar Riverboat Cruises for the weekly emergence time updates.

Free parking is available in the Austin American Statesman parking lot after 6pm. 

If you would like to make a reservation for a bat watching riverboat cruise, please contact:

Lonestar Riverboat Cruises: 512-327-1388

Capital Cruises: 512-480-9264

For additional information, contact BCI at 512-327-9721 Ext 16. Our office hours are Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. central time, or you may contact us here.  

Weather at Congress Avenue Bridge

81°F

Today

Fair

Humidity: 65%

Wind: ESE at 3 mph

Sunset: 8:34 pm

Wednesday

75°F / 96°F

Thursday

75°F / 96°F

Friday

74°F / 96°F

Saturday

74°F / 95°F