Private Events

Private Events

Booking Now: Private Events in The Garden Room

Your next private event in The Garden Room will impress and entertain. Treat your guests to the beautiful views of the surrounding park and Lake Elizabeth, access to the historic Rose Garden, and a seamless connection to the National Aviary’s immersive habitats via The Charity Randall Foundation Eagle Hall.

Our Private Events Packages Are Perfect For:

  • Graduation Parties
  • Engagement Parties
  • Bridal Showers
  • Baby Showers
  • Bar and Bat Mitzvah Celebrations
  • Quinceañeras
  • Sweet 16 parties
  • Retirement parties
  • Christenings
  • And more!

The Garden Room, Rose Garden, and Garden Room patio with doors open for Private Events
A woman taking a photo of three women in the Rose Garden for a Private Event

Event Space Highlights

  •  Large bird-friendly glass windows can allow for open-air access to the garden, or remain closed for year-round comfort, while always offering a connection to the park.
  • Two stone fireplaces bookend the space
  • Grand lobby area providing a seamless connection between your event in The Garden Room and access to the National Aviary’s lush and immersive habitats via The Charity Randall Foundation Eagle Hall.

For children’s birthday parties in our Learning Center, visit here!

All Private Events Include:

  • The catering package of your choice
  • Set up with a mix of high and low guest and cocktail tables
  • Event Supervisor to assist with coordination
  • Complimentary use of a sound system and microphone

Upgrade to a full bar package or customize your menu selection with Executive Chef Nathan Collins and Atria’s Specialty Catering!

Avian Encounter

An Eastern Screech-Owl on a glove

Complete your big day with a visit from a parrot or bird of prey, like the Eastern Screech-Owl! Avian Encounters not only gives your guests a memorable experience, but offers some amazing photo opportunities as well!

For Inquiries And To Book Your Private Event Today, Contact Our Events Team, at [email protected], through our Contact Events Manager Form, or by calling 412-258-9463.

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