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FEATURED EVENTS

National Serpent Day At Reinstein Woods

Come celebrate National Serpent Day by learning about snakes of New York State in an indoor presentation followed by a guided walk. Registration required; call 716-683-5959.
Dates: 
02/01/2025
9:30 - 11 am
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Location:

93 Honorine Drive
Depew, NY, 14043
United States

Phone:

716-683-5959

Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets™ in Concert at Shea's

Cars fly, trees fight back, and monsters are on the loose in Harry’s second year at Hogwarts™ School of Witchcraft and Wizardry! This concert features the film Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets™ in high-definition, on a giant screen, while a live orchestra performs John Williams’ unforgettable score. Relive every magical moment as the music brings life to a story that has enchanted the world.
Dates: 
03/21/2025
7:30 pm
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Location:

646 Main Street
Buffalo, NY, 14202
United States

Phone:

716-847-1410

Snowshoe/Winter Hike at DeVeaux Woods State Park

Take a winter hike through DeVeaux Woods and learn the basics of snowshoeing with a Park Naturalist. Registration required.
Dates: 
01/26/2025
02/09/2025
11 am - 12:30 pm
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Location:

3180 DeVeaux Woods Drive
Niagara Falls, NY, 14303
United States

Phone:

716-282-5154

On Ice

Join Aspire of WNY… ON ICE! With ice skating, curling, bumper cars, dinner, and a hot chocolate bar, you’ll have an incredible amount of fun with your friends and family PLUS this event benefits a great cause in Chautauqua County. New this year: Our First Annual Chili Cook-Off! Whether you’re a master of spice or a fan of flavor, bring your best pot of chili and compete for the title of Chili Champion! Guests will sample each entry, voting for their favorite chili, with the top picks winning exciting prizes. It’s a delicious way to warm up while enjoying friendly competition! KIDS PRICING: $10 for children ages 5-10 (child must be present to receive wristband); Kids under 5 are free (child must be present to receive wristband).
Dates: 
01/25/2025
6:00PM
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Location:

Northwest Arena
319 W 3rd St.
Jamestown, NY, 14701
United States

Phone:

7165055512

Gall of the Wild At Reinstein Woods

Have you ever noticed a bump on a goldenrod stem? Learn about the secrets of the insects inside these goldenrod galls and some of the different ways local insects can survive the harsh winter season. Registration required; call 716-683-5959.
Dates: 
01/25/2025
10:30 - 12
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Location:

93 Honorine Drive
Depew, NY, 14043
United States

Phone:

716-683-5959

BPO Little Kids (ages 0 - 5)

A special Saturday morning session for our littlest listeners, age 0-5, with their caregivers. Join BPO musicians and community partners for fun musical activities designed specifically for tiny ears and growing minds. From sing-alongs to gentle introductions to orchestral instruments, each session is crafted to nurture young minds and encourage early love for music. It’s a unique opportunity for families to experience the magic of music together, fostering a sense of wonder and exploration in Buffalo’s youngest music lovers.
Dates: 
02/01/2025
02/08/2025
10 am
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Location:

786 Delaware Avenue
Buffalo, NY, 14209
United States

Phone:

716-885-5000

Free Admission For Kids 17 and Under At the Corning Museum of Glass

Think kids and glass don’t mix? Think again! Our exciting line-up of family-friendly demos, hands-on activities, and cool exhibitions offer a close-up look at the extraordinary things artists can do with glass. With projects for nearly all ages and experience levels, Make Your Own Glass has something for everyone. Experience live glassmaking at its gooiest and most molten! Join our Hot Glass Team in the Amphitheater Hot Shop to get a close-up look at the glassblowing process or journey to our Glass Innovation Center to watch live, narrated presentations of glassworking using a 4,000°F torch.
Dates: 
01/23/2025
01/24/2025
01/25/2025
9 am - 5 pm
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Location:

One Museum Way
Corning, NY, 14830
United States

Phone:

607-937-5371

Backyard Birds in Winter: How to Help at Niagara Falls State Park

Learn how to help our winter birds survive. Find out about what different birds eat, what types of feeders to use, and how to make a pinecone bird feeder. We will also touch on getting ready for spring and using bird houses. All supplies included. Registration required.
Dates: 
01/25/2025
11 am - 12:30 pm
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Location:

332 Prospect St
Niagara Falls, NY, 14303
United States

Phone:

(716) 278-0337

Mammal Skull Identification at Como Lake Park

Ranger Stephanie will be set up inside the Como Lake Park Casino from 10am-12pm to teach you the ins-and-outs of animal skulls! Learn to tell the difference between species, how to age deer skulls and how to find out what kinds of food wildlife eat. Stephanie will have a display of real skulls from birds and mammals found in our region, so bring your questions and let Ranger Stephanie increase your osteological knowledge! This event will take place entirely in the wheelchair accessible Chestnut Ridge Casino and will not have a hiking component. Come by and say hi!
Dates: 
01/25/2025
10 am
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Organization:

Como Lake Park

Location:

2220 Como Park Blvd
Lancaster, NY, 14086
United States

Phone:

(716) 683-5430

Dutch Connection Coffee Talk

Enjoy a behind-the-scenes look into the making of the George Eastman Museum's annual Dutch Connection floral display. Join Landscape Manager Byron Smith over coffee as he discusses the various aspects of what it takes to design and implement a large flower show. There will be a guided tour of the display following the talk.
Dates: 
02/08/2025
9 a.m.
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Organization:

George Eastman Museum

Location:

900 East Avenue
Rochester, NY, 14607
United States

Phone:

(585) 327-4800

Open House

We welcome you to attend our Grand Opening Open House at BloomiVerse and Bloom Creative Arts in Hamburg, NY! We will have free music demonstrations with our certified music therapists and refreshments. Come see what BloomiVerse and Bloom Creative Arts is all about!
Dates: 
01/25/2025
10:00-1:00
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Location:

40 Main St.
Hamburg, NY, 14227
United States

Phone:

716-422-0070

Saints Peter and Paul Open House

Experience the SSPP difference for yourself. Join us at our open house for pre-k3 through 8th grade on January 26 from 10:30 am - noon. Through a classical liberal arts education, we nurture young minds and character, preparing students for a life grounded in wisdom, purpose, and service to others.
Dates: 
01/26/2025
10:30AM
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Location:

5480 Main Street
Williamsville, NY, 14221
United States

Phone:

(716) 632-6146

Winterval

Ice skating, curling, hot chocolate…Join Aspire of WNY for the Winter Event of the Year: Winterval! Your favorite winter event, featuring fun, family-friendly activities, is back for 2025! All tickets purchased include: 2 Hours of Open Skating and Curling (Skate rental included, but is limited and will be first come first serve), Full Dinner Buffet, Unlimited Non-Alcoholic Beverages (including hot cocoa and coffee), Fully Stocked Cash Bar, Basket Raffle and more, Greater Buffalo Adaptive Sports is also back again this year providing adaptive equipment so individuals with all abilities can participate!
Dates: 
01/23/2025
5:30 PM
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Location:

Buffalo Riverworks
359 Ganson St
Buffalo, NY, 14203
United States

Phone:

7165055512

Harlem Globetrotters at the Keybank Center

Get ready for high-flying fun as the world-famous Harlem Globetrotters make their victorious return to KeyBank Center! This is your chance to witness the world record-breaking, trick-shot stars of basketball LIVE as they bring their signature SPINS, DUNKS, and SLAMS to the court, taking on their determined rivals, the Washington Generals, on February 7, 2025. This year we’re bringing FUN and innovative CHALLENGES to showcase our superstars’ impressive skills and seemingly impossible feats of athleticism. Watch in awe as players go head-to-head in an exhilarating battle of skills featuring epic dunks, jaw-dropping four-point shots, and more—it's friendly competition at its most exciting!
Dates: 
02/07/2025
7 pm; doors open at 6
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Organization:

KeyBank Center

Location:

One Seymour H. Knox III Plaza
Buffalo, NY, 14203
United States

Phone:

716-855-4100