Daily Activities
The National Aviary offers a variety of Daily Activities for an incredible visitor experience. View an insightful feeding, get up close with your favorite species during an Animal Encounter, and so much more!
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Eggstravaganza
Saturday, March 23 | 11 am - 3 pm
Hop over to the National Aviary to celebrate all things spring!
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Eggstravaganza
Sunday, March 24 | 11 am - 3 pm
Hop over to the National Aviary to celebrate all things spring!
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Eggstravaganza
Friday, March 29 | 11 am - 3 pm
Hop over to the National Aviary to celebrate all things spring!
Member Morning: Eggstravaganza
Saturday, March 30 | 9 – 10 am
National Aviary Members are welcomed to light refreshments and early access to Eggstravaganza – before the Aviary is open to the general public! Plus, stick around for a fun day full of flamingo celebrations!
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Eggstravaganza
Saturday, March 30 | 11 am - 3 pm
Hop over to the National Aviary to celebrate all things spring!
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Easter Brunch in The Garden Room
Sunday, March 31 | Seatings at 11 am and 12:30 pm | Brunch includes National Aviary Admission
Hop over to the National Aviary for Easter Brunch in The Garden Room, an elegant space featuring two stone fireplaces overlooking the historic Rose Garden.
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Early Childhood Morning
Experience a fun and engaging morning with art activities, sensory play, and books to read at the National Aviary.
Member Exclusive: Expert Talk with Teri Grendzinski: Flamingo Rescue in South Africa
Member Exclusive: Learn more about National Aviary Expert Teri Grendzinki's work with Lesser Flamingos in South Africa.
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Penguin Game Supporting the Aviary
Support the National Aviary while cheering on the Pittsburgh Penguins! A portion of each ticket sold through this link will be donated to the National Aviary!
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Friends of the Flock 21+ Champagne Brunch
Sunday, April 21 | 11 am
Join the National Aviary’s Friends of the Flock for their exclusive annual fundraiser, a 21+ Champagne Brunch Presented by 535media.
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Penguin-Palooza
Sat., April 27 | 11 am - 3 pm | Included with Admission
Waddle to the National Aviary as we celebrate all things penguin!
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!
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Penguin-Palooza
Sun., April 28 | 11 am - 3 pm | Included with Admission
Waddle to the National Aviary as we celebrate all things penguin!
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Brushes & Birds featuring Maria DeSimone Prascak of Maria’s Ideas
Thursday, May 2 | 5:30 – 8 pm | All Materials Included
Join Maria DeSimone Prascak of Maria’s Ideas; MariasIdeas.com for a creative and colorful class in painting your own beautiful African Penguin! Meet an Animal Ambassador and add-on scrumptious bites and drink.
Birding Expedition Bus Tour: Presque Isle
Meet up with National Aviary Ornithologist Bob Mulvihill for a morning of birdwatching at Presque Isle: a bird migration hotspot.
National Aviary Opens at 12 pm
The National Aviary will open at Noon, Sun., May 5 so people may enjoy the Pittsburgh Marathon.
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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!