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!
Saturday, March 2 | 1 - 3 pm | Space is limited; must register for FREE in advance
Love birds and want to share your passion with others? Register for our 2024 Volunteer Open House!
Experience a fun and engaging morning with art activities, sensory play, and books to read at the National Aviary.
Join the National Aviary's licensed falconer, Cathy Schlott, to discover the rich history and modern day practices behind this unique sport.
Experience Sensory Friendly Time at the National Aviary including a special live bird show featuring low volume and consistent lighting.
Saturday, March 23 | 11 am - 3 pm
Hop over to the National Aviary to celebrate all things spring!
Sunday, March 24 | 11 am - 3 pm
Hop over to the National Aviary to celebrate all things spring!
Friday, March 29 | 11 am - 3 pm
Hop over to the National Aviary to celebrate all things spring!
Saturday, March 30 | 9 – 10 am
National Aviary Members are welcomed to light refreshments and early access to Eggstravaganza – before the Aviary is open to the general public! Plus, stick around for a fun day full of flamingo celebrations!
Saturday, March 30 | 11 am - 3 pm
Hop over to the National Aviary to celebrate all things spring!
Sunday, March 31 | Seatings at 11 am and 12:30 pm | Brunch includes National Aviary Admission
Hop over to the National Aviary for Easter Brunch in The Garden Room, an elegant space featuring two stone fireplaces overlooking the historic Rose Garden.
Experience a fun and engaging morning with art activities, sensory play, and books to read at the National Aviary.
Member Exclusive: Learn more about National Aviary Expert Teri Grendzinki's work with Lesser Flamingos in South Africa.
Support the National Aviary while cheering on the Pittsburgh Penguins! A portion of each ticket sold through this link will be donated to the National Aviary!
Sunday, April 21 | 11 am
Join the National Aviary’s Friends of the Flock for their exclusive annual fundraiser, a 21+ Champagne Brunch Presented by 535media.
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!
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.
