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Monster Jam Freestyle Mania at the Keybank Center

First Time Ever, Monster Jam® is Coming to Buffalo! Tickets on sale now to see Monster Jam® trucks team up with Freestyle Motocross bikes at KeyBank Center on February 20-22 for Arena Championship Series Central. Monster Jam Freestyle Mania features one-of-a-kind FMX bikes for this epic team competition, each with the bold, iconic look of your favorite Monster Jam trucks, like the legendary Grave Digger®, El Toro Loco®, Sparkle Smash®, and more. It’s all happening at Monster Jam, where your outside voice is allowed, and every big moment comes with an even bigger smile! Monster Jam Freestyle Mania - 2x the freestyle action. Full-send family fun.
Dates: 
02/20/2026
02/21/2026
02/22/2026
varies, see website
KeyBank Center, Seymour H Knox III Plaza, Buffalo, NY 14203, United States
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Organization:

KeyBank Center

Location:

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

716-855-4100

BPO Little Kids With the BPO

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.
The event has already taken place on this date: 
02/14/2026
10 am
786 Delaware Avenue, Buffalo, NY, USA
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Organization:

Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra

Location:

786 Delaware Avenue
Buffalo, NY, 14209
United States
See map: Google Maps

Phone:

716-885-5000

Family Waterfall Hike at Letchworth

A decent distance, but not a difficult adventure to find big waterfalls and their ice curtains. Meet at Humphrey Nature Center. 2 miles.
Dates: 
02/18/2026
12 - 1 pm
Letchworth State Park, 1 Letchworth State Pk, Castile, NY 14427, United States
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Organization:

Letchworth State Park

Location:

1 Letchworth State Park
Castile, NY, 14427
United States
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Phone:

(585) 493-3600

School’s OUT! All Ages Silent Disco at The Haus!

Join us for an unforgettable Family Fun Silent Disco at Hofbräuhaus, where families can dance to their favorite tunes across different music channels that cater to all ages! Enjoy a vibrant atmosphere enhanced by a professional lighting display that will dazzle both kids and adults alike. This daytime event, on your kids day off, is designed to create lasting memories for families — making it the perfect outing for everyone involved!
Dates: 
02/16/2026
1 - 5 pm
Hofbräuhaus Buffalo, Scott Street, Buffalo, NY, USA
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Organization:

Hofbräuhaus Buffalo Brewery & Restaurant

Location:

190 Scott Street
Buffalo, NY, 14204
United States
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Phone:

(716) 939-2337

Be Like Blippi Tour! at the Center for The Arts!

Blippi is coming to your hometown in the all-new Be Like Blippi Tour! Get ready to see the world more curiously as you move like, play like, and explore just like Blippi! Join Blippi and Meekah. live on stage in a high-energy live show packed with music, laughter, and surprises, featuring fan-favorites like “The Excavator Song,” “Monster Truck,” “Dino Dance,” and “Curious Like Me.” This brand-new interactive adventure invites families to put on your orange glasses and unlock the spark of curiosity inside us all—showing that everyone can Be Like Blippi! Children under 2 years old do not require a ticket to sit on a parent’s lap, but all other customers do.
Dates: 
03/05/2026
6 pm
Center for the Arts - University at Buffalo, Coventry Road, Buffalo, NY, USA
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Organization:

Center for the Arts - Buffalo

Location:

103 Center For The Arts
Buffalo, NY, 14260-6000
United States
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Phone:

716-645-6775

Want to Build a Snowman and Drink Cocoa at Letchworth?

Saturday, February 14th thru Friday, February 20th, 12:00pm-2:00pm Visit the Humphrey Nature Center and build your own snowman or snow creation in our snow pile! Children of all ages welcomed to join! Stop in for some hot cocoa at 1:30 pm and watch a short snow video.
Dates: 
02/15/2026
02/16/2026
02/17/2026
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12 - 2 pm
Letchworth State Park, 1 Letchworth State Pk, Castile, NY 14427, United States
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Organization:

Letchworth State Park

Location:

1 Letchworth State Park
Castile, NY, 14427
United States
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Phone:

(585) 493-3600

Fireside Night Hike at Letchworth

On the new moon, the darkest night of the month, we hike the winter woods looking for waterfalls and stars. Return to the warmth of a blazing fire and hot cocoa. Meet at Trailside Lodge. 2 miles. Fireplace lit, hot cocoa available.
Dates: 
02/17/2026
6 - 7 pm
Letchworth State Park, 1 Letchworth State Pk, Castile, NY 14427, United States
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Organization:

Letchworth State Park

Location:

1 Letchworth State Park
Castile, NY, 14427
United States
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Phone:

(585) 493-3600

Bird Feeder Crafts at Chestnut Ridge Casino

Join Ranger Nikki at the Chestnut Ridge Casino making some easy bird feeder crafts to take home and hang around your yard for the birds that like to stay during the winter. All materials will be provided! Come sledding and make a craft while getting warmed up!
Dates: 
02/18/2027
10 am - 12 pm
Chestnut Ridge Park, 6121 Chestnut Ridge Road, Orchard Park, NY 14127, United States
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Organization:

Chestnut Ridge Park

Location:

6121 Chestnut Ridge Road
Orchard Park, NY, 14127
United States
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Phone:

716-662-3290

Mayville Winterfest

Bring your families down to Mayville for the annual Winter Fest! Starting with the Opening Ceremonies Friday evening, where we'll light the ever-burning Bonfire and not stopping until the sun sets on Sunday. Check the schedule for special activities including fireworks, sledding, the Ice Castle, wagon rides, ice-ball bowling, hockey, the annual pet parade, face painting, food trucks and MORE! You don't want to miss this! Parking and shuttle information is available on the website.
Dates: 
02/15/2026
varies, see schedule
The Village of Mayville, 1 South Erie Street, Mayville, NY 14757, United States
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Organization:

Village of Mayville

Location:

1 South Erie Street
Mayville, NY, 14757
United States
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Phone:

716.753.2280

Snowshoe & Ice Volcano Walk at Evangola State Park

Experience the winter season with a guided snowshoe trek on the forested trails. If conditions permit, we will see Lake Erie ice volcanoes! Meet at the Evangola State Park Bath House, Warm Up Room. Please arrive 10-15 minutes prior to the start of the program. Registration is required for all programs. Please dress for the weather and wear appropriate footwear. Snowshoes and Ice Volcanos, snow permitting. This program is intended for ages 8+ and adults 18+.
Dates: 
02/21/2026
10 - 11:30 am
Evangola State Park, 10191 Old Lake Shore Road, Irving, NY 14081, United States
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Organization:

Evangola State Park

Location:

10191 Old Lake Shore Road
Irving, NY, 14081
United States
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Phone:

716-549-1802

Tim Burton’s Batman (1989) in Concert | Film with Live Orchestra at the BPO

The Bat Signal lights up Buffalo when the BPO performs Danny Elfman’s iconic score live while the star-studded Michael Keaton and Jack Nicholson movie is projected above the orchestra. ™ & © DC and Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.
Dates: 
03/14/2026
7:30 pm
786 Delaware Avenue, Buffalo, NY, USA
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Organization:

Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra

Location:

786 Delaware Avenue
Buffalo, NY, 14209
United States
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Phone:

716-885-5000

Make Your Own Glass Pendant at Corning Museum of Glass (Ages 10+})

Open to ages 10 and up, this Make Your Own Glass experience introduces you to the basics of flameworking and offers a focused experience with hot glass by creating a single pendant from start to finish. To create your pendant, you will melt glass rods in a torch under the supervision and guidance of our professional glass artists. You begin by choosing a design and shape from the options provided. Then you will choose up to three colors to create the design. After your pendant is designed, you will be dressed in provided safety gear and seated at a work station. Our professional glass artists will guide you through the process of melting and shaping colored rods of glass in a flame to create your pendant.
Dates: 
02/15/2026
02/16/2026
02/17/2026
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scheduled time slots throughout the day
Corning Museum of Glass, Museum Way, Corning, NY 14830, United States
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Organization:

Corning Museum of Glass

Location:

One Museum Way
Corning, NY, 14830
United States
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Williamsville Soup Stroll

Soup Stroll returns for its 10th year with even more to enjoy. This beloved winter event invites attendees to stroll the Village of Williamsville, sampling soups from a wide range of local restaurants and partner locations, all for a great cause. New this year are added family-friendly activities including live music, face painting, and a student T-shirt design contest with Williamsville Schools, with the winning design featured on event merchandise. Cups of soup are just $2, with proceeds benefiting FeedMore WNY/Trinity Food Bank and Sleep in Heavenly Peace.
Dates: 
02/28/2026
12 - 3 pm
Village of Williamsville, 5565 Main Street, Williamsville, NY 14221, United States
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Location:

Garrison Park
51 Garrison Road
Williamsville, NY, 14221
United States
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Phone:

716-632-4120
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