RAD Pass

Plan Your Visit with RAD Pass!

Culture doesn’t take an off-season, and now, neither do YOU. The National Aviary is proud to be part of RAD Pass, a free and discounted ticket program from Allegheny Regional Asset District (RAD) that makes it easier than ever to explore more of Pittsburgh’s most beloved arts and entertainment destinations – including us*!

How It Works:

  1. Get a Library Card: Apply online or at your nearest Allegheny County library with a valid ID and proof of current Allegheny County address.
  2. Log in to RADPass.org with your Allegheny County library card number and PIN.
  3. Browse and Book Search for available passes to the places you’ve been meaning to visit or rediscover old favorites with your crew (aka the National Aviary!).
  4. Reserve Ahead: Choose your date. Passes must be reserved at least one day in advance and used on the date selected.
  5. Redeem Your Pass: Follow the instructions at the bottom of your RAD Pass.
Learn More at RADPass.org

*Parking, food, and beverages are not included in this offer.

Participating Organizations:

  • Andy Warhol Museum
  • Carnegie Museum of Art
  • Carnegie Museum of Natural History
  • Contemporary Craft
  • Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh
  • City Theatre
  • The Frick Pittsburgh
  • Heinz History Center
  • Kamin Science Center
  • Kelly Strayhorn Theater
  • Manchester Craftsmen’s Guild
  • Mattress Factory
  • National Aviary
  • New Hazlett Theater
  • Quantum Theatre
  • Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre
  • Pittsburgh Botanic Garden
  • Pittsburgh CLO
  • Pittsburgh Glass Center
  • Pittsburgh Musical Theater
  • Pittsburgh Opera
  • Pittsburgh Public Theater
  • Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra
  • Pittsburgh Zoo and Aquarium
  • River City Brass
  • South Park Theatre
  • Venture Outdoors
  • And Many More!

Upgrade Your National Aviary Experience!

  • Hold a cup of sweet nectar in your hands as inquisitive Rainbow Lorikeets gently land on your arm to feed.
  • Let your imagination soar on Birdly®, a full-body virtual reality experience.
  • Visit national parks around the world…without leaving Pittsburgh during our most immersive show to date: Passport to Parks, presented by AAA Travel.

The National Aviary is a proud asset of Allegheny Regional Asset District (RAD):

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