Events

National Aviary Events

Join the National Aviary for Brunch in The Garden Room, visit during special event weekends (featuring even MORE fun included with General Admission), enjoy birdwatching alongside an Aviary expert, and more!

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    Night in the Tropics

    All aboard! Set sail on a Sunset Riviera adventure when you get with tickets to the National Aviary's signature 21+ summer shindig: Night in the Tropics Presented by UPMC Health Plan!

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  • Seasonal Events

    Make your National Aviary visit egg-stra special by attending our fan-favorite Seasonal Events!

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  • Pints & Penguins

    SOLD OUT! 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!

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  • Brunch in The Garden Room

    Enjoy a delectable meal prepared by Executive Chef Nathan Collins of Atria’s Specialty Catering. After dining, stroll through our immersive habitats!

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  • Calendar

    Join the National Aviary for birdwatching opportunities alongside our experts, plan your visit around our daily activities, or stop by during special event weekends!

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As the country gears up to celebrate its 250th anniversary, here are 50 family-friendly travel experiences across the United States.

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Going to the 2026 NFL Draft? Here are other places to check out | Beaver County Times

As the NFL Draft sweeps into downtown Pittsburgh, there is plenty for visitors to explore beyond the football-themed attractions.

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The Invisible Clues Animals Leave Behind Are Helping Save Entire Ecosystems (featuring an interview with Dr. Steve Latta) | A-Z Animals

In this article, we speak with Dr. Steven Latta, Director of Conservation and Field Research at The National Aviary. In his own work, he collects eDNA samples from water, leaf litter, feathers, egg shells, and other substrates to identify species presence.

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Why Animals in Cold Climates Are Bigger: The Science Behind Bergmann’s Rule (featuring an interview with Bob Mulvihill) | A-Z Animals

“Large animals can conserve heat more efficiently than smaller animals in cold climates,” explains Bob Mulvihill, Lead Ornithologist for the National Aviary.

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Penguins To Hold ‘Penguins Pledge Night’ Presented by U. S. Steel | Pittsburgh Penguins

The Penguins Pledge will also raise funds and call attention to the National Aviary in Pittsburgh and their conservation leadership with African Penguins.

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