Pints & Penguins
Thank you for another waddle-ful events! Your support helps further our work to save birds and protect their habitats.
2026 Chance Auction Winners
- 01 Penguin Date Night: 0651548
- 02 Cawfee and Birding: 0651546
- 03 Waddle On Over: 0651276
- 04 Get Movin’: 0651559
- 05 It’s a HOOT: 0651527
- 06 Monopoly: 0651412
- 07 Get Ready to Yeti: 0651400
- 08 Chocolate Bar: 0651242
- 09 Perfect Harmon-y: 0651268
- 10 Honey, Ah Sugar Sugar: 0651457
- 11 Wine To Go: 0651524
- 12 Birds of a Feather Cheers Together: 0651292
- 13 Feather Your Nest: 0651495
Waddle in with your colony to share a 21+ after-hours experience with everyone’s favorite tuxedoed birds at the National Aviary. Delicious snacks, select drinks, and penguin experiences included!
Make it the happiest of all hours by combining scrumptious brews with live music, engaging African Penguin activities, and mouth-watering bites.
Pints & Penguins Tickets Include:
- Two (2) drink tickets for beer, wine, or signature mocktail (additional drinks may be purchased)
- Hors d’oeuvres crafted by Executive Chef Nathan Collins and Atria’s Specialty Catering
- Multiple meet-and-greets with African Penguins and other Animal Ambassadors
- A DJ playing popular music that keeps the penguin party going all evening long, sponsored by Leech Tishman
- A coffee bar (to fuel your party!), provided by Dunkin’
- Exclusive after-hours habitat access
- A chance to win exciting National Aviary experiences including fan-favorite Animal Encounters
- Firsthand accounts from Aviary expert, Chris Gaus, on his recent conservation trip to Namibia
- The chance to make something special for our flock
Add-on Memory Makers:
Photos with a Penguin
SOLD OUT!!! For just $5*, you can snag the most adorable photo (and video) opportunity ever, and it’s all sponsored by Green Light Wireless! YES, you read that right! A National Aviary staff member will take a photo of you next to one of our African Penguins – in front of a photo backdrop – on your phone or camera for your use!
*Must purchase a Pints & Penguins ticket and add-on a Photo with a Penguin!
Each individual Photo with a Penguin add-on accounts for one photo taken by a National Aviary staff member on your phone or camera. Please note: If you purchased one add-on for a group, you may take one group photo.
Stay tuned for details on up-to-the-minute Pints & Penguins live entertainment, raffles, and additional fun!
This event supports the National Aviary’s avian care and conservation!
Attire:
Dress with penguins in mind! We’re talking black and white attire – clothes with penguins on them are a bonus! Comfortable attire and shoes are recommended.
Parking:
Premiere parking available for a small donation per car in the National Aviary’s parking lot; nearby street parking also available. ADA-accessible drop-off will be available at the entrance of the National Aviary.
Need a Ride?
Consider contacting the following local rideshare services:
Valid photo ID required for event. Please drink responsibly.
More Penguin Fun!
Penguin Encounter
Spend quality time with a member of our African Penguin colony during a Penguin Encounter! Gently touch their waterproof feathers as an Aviary expert offers insights into this fascinating species – including their favorite food.
Learn MoreProceeds from this 21+ event benefit the National Aviary’s work to save birds and protect their habitats.
Thank You to Our Sponsors!
Penguin Level
Eagle-Owl Level
Macaw Level
Photos with a Penguin
Live Music
Coffee Bar
Premier Beer and Seltzer Sponsor
Exclusive Catering Partner
Pints & Penguins is hosted by the National Aviary’s Friends of the Flock.
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