Events

National Aviary Events

Join the National Aviary for Brunch in The Garden Room, visit during special event weekends, join an Aviary expert for birdwatching opportunities, and more!

  • Pints & Penguins

    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 Chef Josef Karst of Atria’s Specialty Catering. After dining, stroll through our immersive habitats!

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  • Seasonal Events

    Mark you calendars for Flamingo Fest, Penguin-Palooza, Valentine's Day Brunch, and more!

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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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In The News

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National Aviary to turn former Shady Side Academy Middle School into new conservancy thanks to local | WPXI

The National Aviary, based on the North Side of Pittsburgh, will soon embark on creating a brand new facility, thanks to a local benefactor.

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New National Aviary Veterinary Care and Conservation Center to Open in Fox Chapel | Pittsburgh Magazine

What aims to be a world-class avian conservation center that will revolutionize avian veterinary care and the conservation of threatened and endangered birds around the world is taking flight in Fox Chapel.

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National Aviary to receive old Shady Side Academy middle school campus by donation | MSN

Fox Chapel resident and 1962 graduate S. Kent Rockwell is working to acquire Shady Side Academy middle school and plans to have the 35-acre middle school campus donated to the Aviary via the SK Rockwell Conservancy.

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National Aviary to turn former Shady Side Academy Middle School into new conservancy thanks to local philanthropist | Pittsburgh Business Times

In addition to donating the property, the SK Rockwell Conservancy plans to donate $10 million to support the programs that occur at the facility once it is open.

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National Aviary to receive old Shady Side Academy middle school campus by donation | WTAE

A Pittsburgh resident and alumni of Shady Side Academy is helping the National Aviary find a new nest for its next breeding and conservation center, teaching hospital and educational space.

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