Calendar

Check out our calendar below for special programs and activities to plan your fun-filled adventure, or just pop by any day we’re open during our regular museum hours—we promise you’ll always find something to do.

Tickets

Advance ticket purchases are encouraged but not required. You can purchase tickets here.

Featured Upcoming Events

Museum Hours

Open For Play: Wednesday-Sunday: 10am-4pm; Spring Break Week (April 1-5): 10am-4pm
Members Only: Wednesday-Sunday: 9:30am-10am
Closed: Monday and Tuesday
Open: April 8 (9:30am-1pm); Members Only (9am-9:30am)

2024 Holiday Hours:
The museum is closed on the following holidays: New Year’s Day, Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day (Monday and Tuesday), Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

There may be additional closures due to severe weather. Check Explore & More’s social media channels and local news outlets for updates on delays and closings.

Superhero Day at the Museum

Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum 130 Main Street, Buffalo, NY, United States

Spend the day with your favorite superheroes! This action-packed day will feature live-action performances as the superheroes lead families on an adventure throughout the museum. Can you help solve the superhero mystery? Plus the day will include: Take photos with your favorite characters Interactive virtual experiences throughout the museum Superhero themed activities Take super photos in the photobooth Every child Read more about Superhero Day at the Museum »

$15

Molina Mondays

Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum 130 Main Street, Buffalo, NY, United States

When it’s too cold to play outside, come play inside with fun activities at Explore & More. Get ready to work the wiggles out by playing games, practicing yoga,  Imagination Playground and so much more!  Our visitors will have so much fun burning energy they won't even realize they are learning! ​We are excited to offer Kidding Around Yoga Time from 10:00 Read more about Molina Mondays »

Bonza Bottler Day

Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum 130 Main Street, Buffalo, NY, United States

Did you know that Bonza Bottler Day is celebrated once a month when the number of the month coincides with the number of the day? Bonza Bottler Day is a day just to have a party. This holiday was created on August 8th, 2005, by Elaine Fremont when she realized there were no special occasions to celebrate one month. She created a Read more about Bonza Bottler Day »

Veterans Days

Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum 130 Main Street, Buffalo, NY, United States

Veterans and active military members receive FREE admission.

Lego Drive in Honor of Kevin Hays

Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum 130 Main Street, Buffalo, NY, United States

Join us in the Tinkering Tank as we honor, a longtime friend of the museum, Kevin Hays.  Kevin had a passion for helping others and he also loved LEGO sets.  To honor his memory we are hosting a LEGO Drive, where all LEGO sets donated will be delivered to deserving Western New York children.  While you’re at the museum, feel free to stop by the Tinkering Read more about Lego Drive in Honor of Kevin Hays »

Au-Some Evening

Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum 130 Main Street, Buffalo, NY, United States

Please join us as special education and physical and occupational therapy students from Buffalo State and UB will supervise play stations throughout the Museum.  The stations will include fun and engaging activities that address all domains of learning through interactive games and play.  Parents will be provided directions to replicate all of our play stations at home if they would Read more about Au-Some Evening »

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Open House

Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum 130 Main Street, Buffalo, NY, United States

Join us on November 19th & 20th for our Open House weekend & Toy Drive Kickoff, presented by State Farm where everyone receives $5 admission to the museum!  Plus, drop off a new, unwrapped toy to benefit Resurrection Life Food Pantry, a member of the WNY Holiday Partnership, and you can enter to win an Explore & More prize pack Read more about Open House »

$5

STEM Saturdays presented by National Grid

  Get those wheels turning this weekend with STEM based activities that power the play across the museum the third Saturday of each month presented by National Grid. Come play your way through Science, Technology, Engineering & Math based activities that are so fun, kids don’t even know they’re learning! This STEM Saturday powered by National Grid is going to Read more about STEM Saturdays presented by National Grid »

Drop & Shop

Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum 130 Main Street, Buffalo, NY, United States

The Friday after Thanksgiving is typically a day full of special shopping deals and heavy discounts and is considered the beginning of the holiday shopping season.  If you plan to take on the holiday crowds and are looking for a fun child care option for your kids, look no further.  Explore & More will keep your children exploring and learning Read more about Drop & Shop »

Family Fun Day

Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum 130 Main Street, Buffalo, NY, United States

Santa Claus is coming to Explore & More for our Family Fun Day, presented by WellNow Urgent Care.  We'll have festive, holiday-themed activities throughout the museum.  Don't forget to bring a toy to donate to help make a child's holiday magical this season, you can enter to win an Explore & More prize pack including a museum membership for 4!

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Pay What You Can

Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum 130 Main Street, Buffalo, NY, United States

This holiday season, the  New Car Dealers of Western New York are pleased to partner with Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children’s Museum to offer PAY WHAT YOU CAN admission! That means families can play at a price of their choosing!  Treat yourself to some safe, hands-on holiday fun December 1 - 17, including Sundays, thanks Read more about Pay What You Can »

Shnowy Winter Wonderland

Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum 130 Main Street, Buffalo, NY, United States

We are open late for play as part of Dion's Dreamers' Shnowy Winter Wonderland! Enjoy hands-on fun at the museum then head out for a skate or sip some hot cocoa at Canalside! Thanks to West Herr for their support.

Field trips are back! Please be aware that it will be busier than usual.