What are the opening hours?

Monday 9am - 5pm Tuesday 9am - 5pm Wednesday 9am - 5pm Thursday 9am - 5pm Friday 9am - 5pm Saturday 9am - 5pm Sunday 9am - 5pm

Tracy Aviary

Directions Website

In partnership with community, inspiring action to conserve birds and habitats.
(2617)

Tracy Aviary & Botanical Garden, located in the heart of Salt Lake City’s Liberty Park, is the oldest aviary in the country. This beautiful oasis is home to over 400 birds from around the world, many that are endangered or extinct in the wild. The Aviary features daily feedings and keeper demonstrations, educational programming, interactive bird shows, and much more, all in a tranquil wooded setting. Open to the public year-round; the Aviary also offers unique rental spaces for special events, weddings, birthday parties, and proposals. The Aviary boasts more than a dozen educational exhibits featuring over 135 different species from all over the world. Guests can also enjoy the on-site Bird Feeder Café, which offers freshly prepared food and beverage, and find unique gifts and souvenirs in the gift shop.

10/29/2026

Fall at the Aviary is pure magic, and we know these colors won't last forever 🍂 Now is the perfect time to visit and watch our feathered friends soak up the season 🍁

Whether you're coming solo, with family, or with a whole crew, we'd love for you to spend the day with us! Did you know Tracy Aviary also hosts group visits and field trips?

Looking for a fun fall activity? Plan your visit today.

10/28/2026

Baer's Pochards, like this male, feed by diving under the water's surface. They can reach a depth of over 6 feet and hold their breath for around 40 seconds while searching for food. This species can be seen on Dabbling Duck Pond.

10/27/2026

✨ Lightwalk tickets are on sale! ✨

Wander through the lights at Tracy Aviary, from the 100-foot lighted tunnel to the life-size gingerbread house, with cocoa and treats along the way. Skip the line and grab your tickets online:

🎟️ https://loom.ly/qE0sAxU

10/23/2026

Big news from the nest! Our southern ground hornbill chick has officially fledged, and we're thrilled to introduce you to Echo!

Southern ground hornbills are known for their deep, booming calls that can carry for miles, so we think the name fits perfectly. Keep an eye and ear out for Echo on your next visit.

10/21/2026

You're invited! Celebrate the close of our 2026 Artist in Residence program with a free gallery open house featuring . See her bird portraits painted right here at the Aviary, meet the artist, and take home a piece of your own. Artwork will be available for purchase.

📅 Fri, Oct 30 ·
📍 Chase Mill, Tracy Aviary at Liberty Park
🎟️ Free and open to the public

10/19/2026

Lightwalk is back! ✨🦉 Our favorite holiday tradition returns to Tracy Aviary this winter, with thousands of lights, festive nights, and a few feathered friends.

🎟️ Tickets go on sale Oct 26! Turn on post notifications so you don’t miss them.

ThingsToDoSLC

10/16/2026

Walk with us and see the Aviary through a Shoshone lens. 🌿

Join Rios Pacheco for the Shoshone Plant Experience, where you'll learn about native plants and their traditional uses. Here are a few moments from our last walk!

📅 Wed, Oct 21 · 10–11 am
📍 Tracy Aviary at Liberty Park
🎟️ Free with admission or membership

Learn more: https://tracyaviary.org/liberty-park/event/the-shoshone-plant-experience-3/2026-10-21/

10/15/2026

Heads up, bird show fans! 🦅 Our bird shows will be on pause Friday through Sunday, Oct 16–18, while our show team visits The Peregrine Fund for training, skills development, and connecting with colleagues in the field. We can't wait to see what they bring back!

You can still enjoy plenty during your visit:
🦜 Lorikeet feedings
🗣️ Keeper talks

Bird shows return Monday, Oct 19. Thanks for understanding, and we'll see you soon!

10/14/2026

In the wild, the Red-breasted Goose migrates almost 3,700 miles between their breeding grounds in the Siberian tundra and their winter habitats along the Black Sea. Flying around 3,700 miles out of the Salt Lake City airport would land you in Reykjavik, Iceland! You can see this species on Dabbling Duck Pond during your next visit.

Address

589 E 1300 S
Salt Lake City, UT
84105

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm
Sunday	9am - 5pm

Website

http://www.tracyaviary.org/

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Tracy Aviary posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.