Brunch in The Garden Room

Brunch in The Garden Room

Enjoy a delectable meal prepared by Executive Chef Nathan Collins of Atria’s Specialty Catering in The Garden Room, an elegant space featuring two stone fireplaces overlooking the historic Rose Garden.

A guest drizzling syrup over fluffy waffles.
Four friends cheering their glasses at the National Aviary's Brunch in The Garden Room

21+ Champagne Brunch: Birds & Bubbly

Sun., October 4 | 11 am | 21+
Individual: Before September 7: $68; After September 7: $78 per person
Cheers Table Sponsorship: $800 per table*
*Includes 8 Champagne Brunch tickets and additional benefits

Cheers! Join the National Aviary’s Friends of the Flock for their annual fundraiser, a 21+ Champagne Brunch in The Garden Room.  Set against a stunning Lake Elizabeth backdrop, the celebration offers YOU an elegant afternoon surrounded by floor-to-ceiling windows and sweeping views of the historic Rose Garden and surrounding Allegheny Commons Park. During this year’s Birds & Bubbly-themed occasion, sip on refreshing “Bubbly” (aka a mimosa or two!) as you indulge in a delicious brunch crafted by Executive Chef Nathan Collins of Atria’s Specialty Catering. See your favorite “Birds” during a Champagne Brunch-exclusive Animal Ambassador program! Learn more about this brunch here.

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Friendsgiving Brunch

Sun., November 15 | 11 am and 12:45 pm
$55 per person; Children 12 and under: $35
National Aviary General Admission Included

Friends are just better together! Sip on an add-on seasonal boozy beverage while savoring the flavors of a fall-inspired menu from our friends at Atria’s Specialty Catering. After dining, check out our flock friends on a scavenger hunt through the Aviary’s immersive habitats, while taking in fall festival-inspired decorations. Vegan and vegetarian options available.

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Holiday Brunch

Sun., December 6 and 13
$55 per person; Children 12 and under: $35
National Aviary General Admission Included

Nothing says “cheers” quite like the sound of clinking glasses! Gather your friends, family, and fellow foodies for a fabulous spread of seasonal-inspired dishes carefully crafted by Atria’s Specialty Catering. Toast to joy with an add-on cocktail, beer, or a glass of wine! After your meal, you and your closest loved ones can explore our enchanting seasonal holiday décor and immersive habitats using a brunch-exclusive scavenger hunt.

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An absolutely amazing experience for the whole family. We attended Father’s Day Brunch at the Aviary with the extended family. The kids were enthralled with the feathered residents, and the boys all enjoyed the buffet…

Chelle, Brunch Attendee

While Atria’s Specialty Catering offers a variety of gluten-free and dairy-free foods, please keep in mind that The Garden Room kitchen is NOT a designated gluten-free and dairy-free kitchen.

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