Sensory Friendly Time
Experience Sensory Friendly Time at the National Aviary including a special live bird show featuring low volume and consistent lighting.
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Mother’s Day Brunch in The Garden Room
Sunday, May 12 | Seatings at 11 am and 12:30 pm | Brunch includes National Aviary Admission
A meal for mom in The Garden Room, an elegant space featuring two stone fireplaces overlooking the historic Rose Garden.
Birdwatching Kayak Tour with L.L.Bean
Take to the water with the National Aviary and L.L.Bean for a birding adventure by kayak!
Member Exclusive: Expert Talk: The Making of SkyDeck with Cathy Schlott
Member Exclusive: Learn more about National Aviary's fan-favorite rooftop bird show, SkyDeck!
Hot Jam: Avian Art
Pittsburgh Glass Center 5472 Penn Ave, PittsburghFri., June 7 | 6:30 - 9 pm | Pittsburgh Class Center
The Pittsburgh Glass Center will welcome the National Aviary’s own Christa Gaus, Senior Manager of Animal Programs, as a guest speaker to share her expert knowledge as their talented glass artists create a one-of-a-kind glass sculpture of a vulture in their Hot Shop.
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Birding Expedition Bus Tour: Cook Forest
Sun., June 9 | 7 am - 2:30 pm
Meet up with an Aviary expert and explore Cook Forest - a breeding ground for many of Pennsylvania's most sought-after songbirds.
Toddler Camp
June 11 – 13 | 9 am – 12 pm | Ages 2 – 3
Explore the world of birds through science, art, sensory play, story, and movement alongside your little one and an Aviary expert.
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Father’s Day Brunch in The Garden Room
Sunday, June 16 | Seatings at 11 am and 12:45 pm | Brunch includes National Aviary Admission
Dine with Dad! Celebrate ALL Dad's during a special brunch in The Garden Room!
Little Explorers Camp
June 17, 18, 20 & 21 | 9 am - 12 pm | Ages 4 - 5
This camp is designed to take your little learner on a journey to explore the world of birds.
Birdwatching Kayak Tour with L.L.Bean
Sunday, June 23 | 5:30 - 8:30 am | North Park Lake
Sunrise Edition! Take to the water with the National Aviary and L.L.Bean for a birding adventure by kayak!
Colors of Nature Summer Camp Five Day Session
Monday - Friday, June 24 - 28 | 9 am - 3 pm | Ages 6 - 8
National Aviary experts will guide your camper on a journey featuring scientific investigations and up-close encounters with Animal Ambassadors.
Colors of Nature Summer Camp Five Day Session
Monday - Friday, July 8 - 12 | 9 am - 3 pm | Ages 9 - 12
National Aviary experts will guide your camper on a journey featuring scientific investigations and up-close encounters with Animal Ambassadors.
Colors of Nature Summer Camp Five Day Session
Monday - Friday, July 15 - 19 | 9 am - 3 pm | Ages 6 - 8
National Aviary experts will guide your camper on a journey featuring scientific investigations and up-close encounters with Animal Ambassadors.
Member Exclusive: Expert Talk with Dr. Ernesto Arbelaez
Tues., July 16 | 6:30 - 7:30 pm
Member Exclusive: Join Dr. Ernesto Arbelaez, Executive Director and Founder of the Bioparque Amaru in Cuenca Ecuador and one of Ecuador’s leading conservationist, as he discusses Andean Condor conservation efforts.
Birdwatching Kayak Tour with L.L.Bean
Sunday, July 21 | 6 - 9 pm | North Park Lake
Sunset Edition! Take to the water with the National Aviary and L.L.Bean for a birding adventure by kayak!
Colors of Nature Summer Camp Four Day Session
Monday - Thursday, July 22 - 25 | 9 am - 3 pm | Ages 6 - 8
National Aviary experts will guide your camper on a journey featuring scientific investigations and up-close encounters with Animal Ambassadors.
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Night in the Tropics: Island Oasis
Friday, July 26 | VIP: 5 - 11 pm (General Admission at 7 pm) | 21+
Spend the last weekend in July on the North Shore! Journey to an Island Oasis with tickets to summer’s hottest 21+ party, the National Aviary’s Night in the Tropics Presented by UPMC Health Plan!
Colors of Nature Summer Camp Five Day Session
Monday - Friday, July 29 - August 2 | 9 am - 3 pm Ages 9 - 12
National Aviary experts will guide your camper on a journey featuring scientific investigations and up-close encounters with Animal Ambassadors.
Saving Species with Science Teen Camp
Monday - Friday, August 5 - 9 | 9 am - 3 pm | Ages 13 - 16
During this fun and engaging summer camp, teens will learn from Aviary experts how we use science every day to care for our birds, how to help to save species from extinction, and how they can get involved!
Daily Activities
The National Aviary offers a variety of daily activities for an incredible visitor experience. View an insightful feeding, watch birds soar over the audience during a live bird show, or get up close with your favorite species during an Animal Encounter!