6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Colorful, fun, bird-themed attire is encouraged!
Our private wedding ceremony will be held with immediate family prior to guests' arrival at 6:00pm. From 6-7:30pm, guests are free to explore the National Aviary's immersive habitats, meet two animal ambassadors (one bird of prey and one parrot), and mingle while enjoying drinks and appetizers. At 7:30pm, we will gather together in the Garden Room for a fun, casual celebration with a buffet-style dinner from Atria’s Specialty Catering and desserts from a favorite local bakery. Our dinner options will include the following entrees and side dishes: Orange miso glazed Atlantic salmon, Chicken piccata, Angus petite tenderloin with peppercorn demi-glace Tomato vodka pasta Florentine, Smashed redskin potatoes with caramelized onions French green beans and stir-fry vegetables, Chopped salad station Our caterers will prepare plates of food with custom-made entrées and side dishes to accommodate any dietary preferences or allergies of our guests as requested in advance (see below).