Early Childhood Mornings
Wed., January 8 | 10:30 - 11:30 am | Included with General Admission
Experience a fun and engaging morning with art activities, sensory play, and books to read at the National Aviary.
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Sensory Friendly Time
Wed., January 15 | 10 am - 12 pm | Call 412-323-7235 to Register
Explore the National Aviary during Sensory Friendly Time, designed for those with sensory processing needs to make the most of their Aviary experience!
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ONE WEEKEND ONLY: Peregrine Falcon Meet-and-Greet
Sat., January 18 | 1 pm | Included with General Admission
LIMITED TIME OPPORTUNITY: Meet one of the FASTEST birds on the planet...our new male Peregrine Falcon Animal Ambassador!
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ONE WEEKEND ONLY: Peregrine Falcon Meet-and-Greet
Sat., January 19 | 1 pm | Included with General Admission
LIMITED TIME OPPORTUNITY: Meet one of the FASTEST birds on the planet...our new male Peregrine Falcon Animal Ambassador!
ONE WEEKEND ONLY: Peregrine Falcon Meet-and-Greet
Mon., January 20 | 1 pm | Included with General Admission
THIS WEEKEND ONLY: Meet one of the FASTEST birds on the planet...our new male Peregrine Falcon Animal Ambassador! Learn what makes this bird of prey oh-so talon-ed from an Aviary expert.
Bird Photography Workshop
Sun., January 26 and February 2 | 9 - 11 am
Focus on refining your bird photography skills with a series of courses lead by National Aviary Educator and Photographer Mike Faix, an accomplished nature photographer with years of experience photographing birds.
Early Childhood Mornings
Wed., February 5 | 10:30 - 11:30 am | Included with General Admission
Experience a fun and engaging morning with art activities, sensory play, and books to read at the National Aviary.
Sensory Friendly Time
Wed., February 12 | 10 am - 12 pm | Call 412-323-7235 to Register
Explore the National Aviary during Sensory Friendly Time, designed for those with sensory processing needs to make the most of their Aviary experience!
Teen Job Shadow
Sat., January 25 and February 1, 8, and 15 | 1 - 3 pm | Ages 14 - 18
Is your teen passionate about animals? Spend FOUR days with National Aviary experts!
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Valentine’s Day Brunch in The Garden Room
Sun., February 16 | National Aviary Admission Included
Enjoy a brunch for lovebirds in The Garden Room, an elegant space featuring two stone fireplaces overlooking the historic Rose Garden.
Member Morning: Flamingo Fest!
Saturday, February 22 | 9 – 10 am
National Aviary Members are welcomed to light refreshments and early access to Flamingo Fest – before the Aviary is open to the general public!
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Flamingo Fest
Sat., February 22 | 11 am - 3 pm | Included with General Admission
Flock to the National Aviary to celebrate all things flamingo during family-friendly Flamingo Fest!
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Brushes & Birds featuring Maria DeSimone Prascak of Maria’s Ideas
Sun., February 23 | 11 am – 1 pm | National Aviary Admission Included
Join Maria DeSimone Prascak of Maria’s Ideas; MariasIdeas.com for a creative and colorful class in painting your own beautiful flamingo! Stick around after class for Flamingo Fest fun.
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Flamingo Fest
Sun., February 23 | 11 am - 3 pm | Included with General Admission
Flock to the National Aviary to celebrate all things flamingo during family-friendly Flamingo Fest!
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Internship Open House
Wed., February 26 | 5:30 - 7 pm | Space is limited; must register FOR FREE in advance
Join us for an Internship Open House to meet representatives from different departments including Animal Care, Veterinary Medicine, Animal Programs, Education, Horticulture, and Marketing to find one more about these opportunities.
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Volunteer Information Session
Sat., March 1 | 1 - 3 pm | Space is limited; must register FOR FREE in advance
Love birds and want to share your passion with others? Register for our 2025 Volunteer Information Session!
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Early Childhood Mornings
Wed., March 5 | 10:30 - 11:30 am | Included with General Admission
Experience a fun and engaging morning with art activities, sensory play, and books to read at the National Aviary.
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Sensory Friendly Time
Wed., March 12 | 10 am - 12 pm | Call 412-323-7235 to Register
Explore the National Aviary during Sensory Friendly Time, designed for those with sensory processing needs to make the most of their Aviary experience!
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Pints & Penguins
Fri., March 21 | 6 - 9 pm | 21+
Make it the happiest of all hours by combining scrumptious brews with live music, engaging African Penguin activities, and mouth-watering bites.
Member Morning: Penguin-Palooza!
Sat., March 22 | 9 – 10 am
National Aviary Members are welcomed to light refreshments and early access to Penguin-Palooza – before the Aviary is open to the general public!