Holiday Happenings
Haul out the holiday cheer with your favorite feathered friends starting Black Friday, November 28! The National Aviary’s Holiday Happenings Presented by Baird Private Wealth Management Fleming Rodgers Group are a must for your seasonal bucket list, from snapping photos with a certain green meanie to a BRAND NEW, musical Aviary Holiday Special.
COMING SOON: Jingle Bell Flock
Beginning Fri., November 28
Daily, except Tuesdays | 11 am and 2 pm
Members: $4 per person; Non-Members: $5 per person
Get ready to duck the halls with our BRAND NEW holiday-inspired, immersive bird show: Jingle Bell Flock, presented by AAA Travel. This festive take features holiday-themed songs like “Silver Gulls” (a play on Silver Bells), “You’re a Cool One Mr. Blue-tongued Skink,” and so many more – each with visits from the species that inspired the lyrics!

Ticket sales for weekday and weekend performances begin Wed., November 19; stay tuned for more details!
Friendsgiving Brunch
Sun., November 16 | 11 am
Adult: $55 per person; Children 12 and under: $35
National Aviary General Admission Included

Embrace the flavors of fall! Enjoy the stunning autumnal views of the historic Rose Garden and Lake Elizabeth while savoring delicious handcrafted entrées from Atria’s Specialty Catering. View the full menu.
Make ReservationsSeason’s Greetings Saturdays
Sat., November 29 and December 6*, 13, and 20 | 10 am – 2 pm
Included with General Admission
Who-ville it be?! Meet the miserly Grinch himself, alongside his stink, stank, skunk friend OR the original WHO-OO-OO…an owl buddy! When the Grinch takes over Santa’s chair, you can snap photos and enjoy festive activities, designed to put the whole family in a holly jolly mood!
General Admission Tickets
*The Grinch will stay home and Santa will make a quick trip down from the North Pole to visit his penguin friend and take pictures with you!
Holiday Brunches
Sun., December 7 and 14 | 11 am
Adult: $55 per person; Children 12 and under: $35
National Aviary General Admission Included

Eat, drink and be merry! Grab your friends, family, and fellow foodies for seasonal-inspired entrées crafted by Executive Chef Nathan Collins and Atria’s Specialty Catering. View the full menu.
Make ReservationsOne-Day Winter Camps
9 am – 3 pm | Members: $59; Non-Members: $69
- Tues., December 30 | Ages 9 – 12 | Register Here
- Fri., December 26 | Ages 6 – 8 | Register Here
- Mon., December 29 | Ages 6 – 8 | Register Here
Inquisitive campers will explore the unique characteristics that make birds, like Kody the Steller’s Sea Eagle, oh-so extraordinary, allowing them to thrive in cold weather climates. During a session of Winter Camp, our experts will guide your kiddo on a fascinating journey through our free-flight habitats, all while you et a much-earned break from child care!
Reserve Your Camper’s Spot
Check Off Those Wish Lists!

Combine your friend’s love for wildlife with a gift that keeps on giving! Symbolically Adopt-A-Bird, on their behalf and receive a plethora of exclusive goodies to give as a gift. Opt for a Condor Court Paver in honor of a loved one or a cherished memory while supporting the National Aviary’s work to save birds and protect their habitats.
Stay tuned for our official 2025 Holiday Gift Guide; coming soon!
Reminder: National Aviary Members get 10% off everything in the Gift Shop…perfect for holiday shopping!
Thank You to Holiday Happenings Sponsor
