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National Aviary
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"The National Aviary is an absolutely GORGEOUS space for your wedding. The Garden Room is absolutely..."
"The Aviary team, Yvette, Jordyn and Victoria were wonderful to work with. We had all the time we..."
Why couples loved this venue
- Quality catering
- Guests comfort
- Amenities
About this venue
Imagine hosting your next event in a breathtaking setting that seamlessly blends the beauty of the outdoors with the sophistication and amenities of a modern venue. Welcome to The Garden Room at the National Aviary, a fresh LEED® Gold Certified event space where every detail is designed for unforgettable experiences.
A wedding at the National Aviary is a meaningful way to align a personal commitment with a broader commitment to the planet, turning a wedding into a celebration not just of love, but of stewardship and sustainability.
Our venue features expansive retractable windows, flooding the room with natural light and creating an airy ambiance that feels like an outdoor celebration, rain, snow, or shine. Crafted from brick, stone, and glass, The Garden Room offers a unique aesthetic with a bird-safe glass pattern that adds a touch of elegance to any gathering. Plus, our updated audio-visual equipment is included, ensuring your presentations and entertainment are seamless and impactful.
Included with your Weekend Evening Rental:
- Up to 5 hours of the Garden Room use (between 6pm-11pm)
- A team of event experts including an on-site special events coordinator, custodial staff, and security that will ensure your event is seamless
- Complimentary onsite parking for evening events, up to 55 spaces
- The National Aviary's tables and chairs for up to 175 guests
- Included use of audiovisual equipment, including screen & projector with integrated sound, microphones, & more
Experience
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74 years in business
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We speak English
Weddings at this venue
Keller & Trevor
30 photos
Clive & Bethany
46 photos
Mary & Joe
23 photos
Elyse & Dan
26 photos
FAQ
Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?
Yes
What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?
$5,950
What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?
$4,950
Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?
Yes
What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?
$750
What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?
$750
Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?
Chairs
Clean Up
Lighting/Sound
Parking
Set Up
Tables
Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?
Cake Cutting
What is the starting price per person for bar service?
$25
Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?
House Beer
House Wine
Limited Bar
What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?
10
How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?
2
Describe your venue:
Historic Building
Museum
Park
Zoo
What kind of settings are available?
Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor
Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?
Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner
What event services do you offer?
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Wifi
What catering services do you offer?
Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings
What bar services do you provide?
Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine
What event items are available?
Audio Equipment
Chairs
Lighting
Tables
What food and beverage items are available?
Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
What transportation and access is available?
Parking
Wheelchair Access
What months are included in your peak season?
May
June
July
August
September
October
What months are included in your off-peak season?
January
February
March
November
December
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Reviews of National Aviary
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7650 reviews
Rachel Sent on 09/22/2022
4.8 out of 5 rating
A beautiful venue that is so unique for your wedding!
The National Aviary is an absolutely GORGEOUS space for your wedding. The Garden Room is absolutely stunning and it is a modern space that really allows you to customize. During your cocktail hour, the Aviary can bring out birds to meet your guests. Sunshine the penguin was the true star of our wedding! The Aviary is obviously an Aviary FIRST and a wedding venue SECOND, so keep that in mind when booking this space. It's worth it, but note, you won't be able to set up early and you have limitations within the space.
I will say that the staff was awesome, it was a lot of moving parts, and they did their best to make everything run smoothly. The forecast on the day of my wedding was low for rain, but about 2 hours beforehand, it looked grim. The Aviary did the herculean task of moving the ceremony indoors with limited time. They set up in the lobby, which I'm told was the first wedding to do so and it was absolutely gorgeous. Brides I highly recommend you use this as the rain plan moving forward.
The most magical space and my guests had so much fun in penguin point.
I will say that the staff was awesome, it was a lot of moving parts, and they did their best to make everything run smoothly. The forecast on the day of my wedding was low for rain, but about 2 hours beforehand, it looked grim. The Aviary did the herculean task of moving the ceremony indoors with limited time. They set up in the lobby, which I'm told was the first wedding to do so and it was absolutely gorgeous. Brides I highly recommend you use this as the rain plan moving forward.
The most magical space and my guests had so much fun in penguin point.
Diana Sent on 06/23/2023
5 out of 5 rating
Unique place to host a wedding!
The Aviary is a fabulous place to host a wedding! Their event space is just beautiful with the patio, garden area and accordion doors. With half of the guest list being from out of town, the habitats being open during cocktail hour and up close encounter were such a treat for guests! They really turn the place over after they close to the public to make it an elegant event. There are endless options for how to set up your event and have the option of an outdoor or indoor ceremony. The event staff is great to work with ! They were communicative, responsive and helpful in so many ways: when we had outside vendor issues or even deciding last minute to move the ceremony inside due to rain. Their main caterer Atrias was a hit! We’ve been hearing raving reviews about the food since. This was a very affordable venue in the city. Atrias has many food packages and their bar package was very reasonable. I looked at many venues in the city and this was by far the most affordable and very unique ! With all venues there are limits as to what their staff can/can’t do so just read the contract and plan on getting outside help to set up or have a family member assist.
Katherine Sent on 08/05/2022
5 out of 5 rating
Incredible venue, fantastic team
My wife and I got married here in the summer of 2022. We used the Rose Garden for our ceremony, the Aviary itself for the cocktail hour and the new Garden Room for our reception. The planning team was extremely accommodating, giving us regular updates and checking in for any of our needs. On the day of the wedding, everything was in place at the right time, and our bridal parties were led to where they needed to be when without any hiccups. It was truly a spectacular day, and I'd absolutely recommend the space to anyone getting married soon!
Keith Sent on 09/23/2019
5 out of 5 rating
Fantastic in every way!
Absolutely amazing event! Event staff were fantastic and the service was second to none.
Mary Sent on 09/03/2019
5 out of 5 rating
Unique wedding venue and we got to celebrate with a penguin :)
We loved our wedding reception at the National Aviary. When we got engaged, we knew we wanted to have our reception at the Aviary. All the staff was great to work with, and all the guests raved about how fun and unique of a venue it was. We were glad that the exhibits were open and gave guests something fun to do. Being able to interact with DJ the penguin was one of the highlights of our wedding. The outdoor garden was beautiful, we hardly had to provide any decorations because the space was so beautiful on its own. All the staff was great to work with, especially Ashley and Yvette, the event coordinators. They were always very responsive and worked with us diligently up until the day of the wedding to make sure everything ran smoothly.
Bionca Sent on 08/27/2019
5 out of 5 rating
Amazing coordinators and staff
I was just in awe at how amazing and perfect everything was. Atrias food was just too amazing. We had alot of complements on the food and venue. The guests were loving the aviary experience. So glad everyone was happy. Yvette was just a star to work with she went above and beyond helping clean up and coordinating everything. Ashley was also amazing at getting us information and emailing back and forth answering questions. I loved our wedding. Great weather, great food, great staff.
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National Aviary frequently asked questions
National Aviary includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
- Chairs
- Clean Up
- Lighting/Sound
- Parking
- Set Up
- Tables
National Aviary includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
- Cake Cutting
The bar service starting price at National Aviary includes:
- House Beer
- House Wine
- Limited Bar
The space offered by National Aviary for wedding events is known for:
- Historic Building
- Museum
- Park
- Zoo
National Aviary offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
- Indoor
- Covered Outdoor
- Uncovered Outdoor
National Aviary offers the following types of wedding events:
- Ceremony
- Reception
- Bridal Shower
- Engagement Party
- Elopements
- Rehearsal Dinner
National Aviary offers the following services for wedding events:
- Bar Services
- Catering Services
- Clean Up
- Get Ready Rooms
- Outside Vendors
- Wifi
National Aviary offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
- Audio Equipment
- Chairs
- Lighting
- Tables
National Aviary is recommended by 94% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.7 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.8 in value, 4.7 in quality of service, 4.7 in average response time, 4.7 in flexibility and 4.7 in professionalism.
National Aviary currently offers 2 discount promotions for wedding services.