Birdwatching Kayak Tour with L.L.Bean
Take to the water with the National Aviary and L.L.Bean for a birding adventure by kayak!
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Daily Activities
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!
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Penguin-Palooza
Sun., April 28 | 11 am - 3 pm | Included with Admission
Waddle to the National Aviary as we celebrate all things penguin!
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Brushes & Birds featuring Maria DeSimone Prascak of Maria’s Ideas
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.
Birding Expedition Bus Tour: Presque Isle
Meet up with National Aviary Ornithologist Bob Mulvihill for a morning of birdwatching at Presque Isle: a bird migration hotspot.
National Aviary Opens at 12 pm
The National Aviary will open at Noon, Sun., May 5 so people may enjoy the Pittsburgh Marathon.
Sensory Friendly Time
Experience Sensory Friendly Time at the National Aviary including a special live bird show featuring low volume and consistent lighting.
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Mother’s Day Brunch in The Garden Room
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.
Birdwatching Kayak Tour with L.L.Bean
Take to the water with the National Aviary and L.L.Bean for a birding adventure by kayak!
Member Exclusive: Expert Talk: The Making of SkyDeck with Cathy Schlott
Member Exclusive: Learn more about National Aviary's fan-favorite rooftop bird show, SkyDeck!
Hot Jam: Avian Art
Pittsburgh Glass Center 5472 Penn Ave, PittsburghFri., June 7 | 6:30 - 9 pm | Pittsburgh Class Center
The Pittsburgh Glass Center will welcome the National Aviary’s own Christa Gaus, Senior Manager of Animal Programs, as a guest speaker to share her expert knowledge as their talented glass artists create a one-of-a-kind glass sculpture of a vulture in their Hot Shop.
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Birding Expedition Bus Tour: Cook Forest
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.
Toddler Camp
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.
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Father’s Day Brunch in The Garden Room
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!
Little Explorers Camp
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.
Birdwatching Kayak Tour with L.L.Bean
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!
Colors of Nature Summer Camp Five Day Session
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.
Colors of Nature Summer Camp Five Day Session
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.
Colors of Nature Summer Camp Five Day Session
Monday - Friday, July 15 - 19 | 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.
Birdwatching Kayak Tour with L.L.Bean
Sunday, July 21 | 6 - 9 pm | North Park Lake
Sunset Edition! Take to the water with the National Aviary and L.L.Bean for a birding adventure by kayak!