The National Aviary offers a variety of daily activities for an incredible visitor experience. View an insightful feeding, watch birds soar over the audience during a live bird show, or get up close with your favorite species during an Animal Encounter!
Sat., April 27 | 11 am - 3 pm | Included with Admission
Waddle to the National Aviary as we celebrate all things penguin!
Take to the water with the National Aviary and L.L.Bean for a birding adventure by kayak!
Sun., April 28 | 11 am - 3 pm | Included with Admission
Waddle to the National Aviary as we celebrate all things penguin!
Experience a fun and engaging morning with art activities, sensory play, and books to read at the National Aviary.
Thursday, May 2 | 5:30 – 8 pm | All Materials Included
Join Maria DeSimone Prascak of Maria’s Ideas; MariasIdeas.com for a creative and colorful class in painting your own beautiful African Penguin! Meet an Animal Ambassador and add-on scrumptious bites and drink.
Meet up with National Aviary Ornithologist Bob Mulvihill for a morning of birdwatching at Presque Isle: a bird migration hotspot.
The National Aviary will open at Noon, Sun., May 5 so people may enjoy the Pittsburgh Marathon.
Experience Sensory Friendly Time at the National Aviary including a special live bird show featuring low volume and consistent lighting.
Sunday, May 12 | Seatings at 11 am and 12:30 pm | Brunch includes National Aviary Admission
A meal for mom in The Garden Room, an elegant space featuring two stone fireplaces overlooking the historic Rose Garden.
Take to the water with the National Aviary and L.L.Bean for a birding adventure by kayak!
The National Aviary will close at 3 pm on Fri., May 24 to prepare for our BRAND NEW summer seasonal theme, Colors in Flight!
Member Exclusive: Learn more about National Aviary's fan-favorite rooftop bird show, SkyDeck!
Sun., June 9 | 7 am - 2:30 pm
Meet up with an Aviary expert and explore Cook Forest - a breeding ground for many of Pennsylvania's most sought-after songbirds.
June 11 – 13 | 9 am – 12 pm | Ages 2 – 3
Explore the world of birds through science, art, sensory play, story, and movement alongside your little one and an Aviary expert.
Sunday, June 16 | Seatings at 11 am and 12:45 pm | Brunch includes National Aviary Admission
Dine with Dad! Celebrate ALL Dad's during a special brunch in The Garden Room!
June 17, 18, 20 & 21 | 9 am - 12 pm | Ages 4 - 5
This camp is designed to take your little learner on a journey to explore the world of birds.
Sunday, June 23 | 5:30 - 8:30 am | North Park Lake
Sunrise Edition! Take to the water with the National Aviary and L.L.Bean for a birding adventure by kayak!
Monday - Friday, June 24 - 28 | 9 am - 3 pm | Ages 6 - 8
National Aviary experts will guide your camper on a journey featuring scientific investigations and up-close encounters with Animal Ambassadors.
Monday - Friday, July 8 - 12 | 9 am - 3 pm | Ages 9 - 12
National Aviary experts will guide your camper on a journey featuring scientific investigations and up-close encounters with Animal Ambassadors.
