Feast and Falconry
Fri., January 22 | 6 – 9 pm
$75 per person
21+
Hear ye, hear ye – a medieval dining experience awaits! The National Aviary cordially invites you to the ultimate Renaissance-themed dining experience, complete with a one-of-a-kind falconry presentation by the Aviary’s own licensed falconer, Cathy Schlott.
Get ready for a feast fit for a monarch in a stately space: The Garden Room at the National Aviary. Enjoy a welcome beverage (cocktail or mocktail), dine on delicious roasted meats at Atria’s Specialty Catering’s carving station. Pair your savory mains with hearty vegetables and mouth-watering appetizers, AND satisfy your sweet tooth at our glorious dessert table.
As you dig in, watch Cathy and a powerful raptor demonstrate falconry, the ancient sport kings have enjoyed for thousands of years.
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Provisions (Menu)
Official menu coming soon!
Wine, beer, and cocktails will be available for purchase!
P.S. Forks are optional…but will be provided *wink wink*
Entertainment
- A look of marvelment into the ancient sport that inspired folklore and shaped history for thousands of years: Falconry, alongside the Aviary’s own licensed falconer, Cathy Schlott, AND a noble bird of prey.
- Special appearances from Pittsburgh Renaissance Festival cast members.
- Enchanting meet-and-greets with the most courtly, fan-favorite Animal Ambassadors.
- Live bard music.
- Step forth and journey through the realms of nature (aka explore our immersive habitats)! Habitats close at 6:45 pm.
Local Artisans
In your purse, wallet, flowy gown, or roomy cloak, be sure to have cash or credit card(s) to purchase items from local ceramic artist, Katie Botterman, who specializes in nature- and ancient history-themed pottery.
Attire
Ren Faire attire IS ENCOURAGED! Think flowy gowns, corsets, tunics, cloaks, kilts, flower crowns, or even fantasy touches like elf ears! Accessories such as faux swords, daggers, or toy shields are welcomed, but please leave all real or functional weapons at home.
All attendees will be asked to show their photo ID, regardless of appearance or age. Acceptable forms of ID are a valid Passport, U.S. driver’s license, Military ID, or U.S. state-issued ID card with a birth date and photo.
Need a Ride?
Consider contacting the following local rideshare services:
Falcon Favorites!
Flighted Falcon + Friend Encounter
Meet a master of the sky and dive into the world of falcons alongside a National Aviary expert! Experience the exhilarating thrill of a falcon flying RIGHT TO YOU, landing on your waiting, outstretched gloved hand. PLUS, enjoy an appearance by a SECOND flighted Animal Ambassador like another bird of prey, parrot, or even an aracari. Trust us, it makes for an AMAZING photo opp!
Proceeds support the National Aviary’s work to save birds and protect their habitats.
National Aviary Peregrine FalconCam
THIS FEBRUARY: In a nest box high atop the University of Pittsburgh’s Cathedral of Learning, wild Peregrine Falcon pair, Carla and Ecco, return for another season of the National Aviary Peregrine FalconCam live stream!
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Proceeds support the National Aviary’s work to save birds and protect their habitats.