JUST IN TIME FOR SUMMER VACATION! Paint your very own eco-friendly beach bag featuring adorable African Penguins! Designed for painters of all ages and abilities, follow Maria’s step-by-step instructions to paint a portrait of a well-loved National Aviary resident, like our resident African Penguins. Before class, relax with friends and meet a National Aviary Animal Ambassador! Enjoy a glass of wine, beer, or non-alcoholic beverage and scrumptious bites, available for purchase from Atria’s Specialty Catering.

Get to know the species known for being nature’s clean-up crew during this new in-depth class for adults. As some of the Earth’s most important scavengers, vultures (Hooded, King, and more!) play a critical role in disease prevention. During this interactive class, learn about the specialized biology that allows these birds to thrive as scavengers: making sure no scraps go to waste!

Indulge is an exquisite feast and sip on an add-on specialty cocktail, crisp beer, or refreshing wine while enjoying breathtaking, panoramic views of Lake Elizabeth. After your meal, venture through our immersive habitats and try to spot some of our feathered families during an exclusive Father’s Day Brunch-only scavenger hunt!

It might surprise you to learn that dozens of bird species are commonly seen in our local communities, even in urban environments. In this two-part series, you will learn birding basics as you practice using special binoculars to spot birds in Aviary habitats AND at Frick Park. Our expert educators will share more about species that we commonly see in Pennsylvania during the summer, their local habitats, and how you can identify them on your own. 

All aboard! Set sail on a Sunset Riviera getaway with tickets to summer’s hottest party, Night in the Tropics Presented by UPMC Health Plan! Transport yourself to a Mediterranean-style paradise with the Aviary’s crew handling your every need, complete with show-stopping live entertainment under the stars, meet-and-greets with Animal Ambassadors, unlimited small plates from local restaurants and signature cocktails, beer, and wine, and SO MUCH MORE.

Feel like a kid again at the National Aviary! Spend a day with Aviary staff and go behind the scenes to see what it takes to care for the more than 500 birds and animals that call the National Aviary home! Help prepare enrichment for the flock, get up close with Animal Ambassadors, and learn about National Aviary conservation projects across the globe. Registration includes all camp activities, up-close Animal Encounters, and a packed lunch.