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 (Summer 2024)

☀️ Open: Monday and Wednesday-Saturday: 10am-4pm (Members Only at 9:30am)
☀️ Super Sweet Sundays – Open: June 30, July 14, July 21, August 11, August 25: 10am-4pm (Members Only at 9:30am)
🕙 Closed: Tuesdays, July 4, July 7, August 4, August 18, September 2

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.

Ticket Promotion: $4 off the 4th

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

In celebration of the 4th of July, we are taking $4 off of individual admission tickets (normally $11).  Offer valid only 7/4/2019.

Cooking Galley

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

Join us in our 4th floor Cooking Galley to celebrate the 4th of July by making a delicious Red, White & Blue Summer Snack Mix. This program is free and open to visitors of all ages.

Play Late Till 8!

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

The play extends late for parents who work, kids who need a night of getting their energy out, or families looking for an excuse to play together! No prior registration required, included with admission.

Recurring

Family Fun Fridays at Canalside

Canalside, Buffalo 44 Prime St, Buffalo, NY 14202

Come play as Explore & More brings the summer fun back with FREE Family Fun Fridays at Canalside! Each week we bring fun and engaging free outdoor programming to our beautiful waterfront. We bring projects, activities and games themed to coincide with museum happenings. Family Fun Days at Canalside are brought to you through the generous support of Wegmans.  

Free
Recurring

Cooking Galley

Stop by the 4th floor Cooking Galley today to try a snack so delicious kids don’t even realize it’s filled with healthy ingredients!  This program is free and open to visitors of all ages.

Fearless Family Play Day presented by BlueCross BlueShield of WNY

Join us the first Saturday of each month for a full day of fun and engaging healthy activities located throughout the museum’s play zones and educational studios at Fearless Family Play Day presented by BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York. These family friendly activity days are held the first Saturday of each month, with BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York Read more about Fearless Family Play Day presented by BlueCross BlueShield of WNY »

Cooking Galley

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

Join us in our 4th floor Cooking Galley for fun with food! This program is free and open to visitors of all ages.

Cooking Galley

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

Healthy snacking can also be fun! Join us in the 4th floor Cooking Galley to make and EAT “Ants on a Log!”  This program is free and open to visitors of all ages – no prior registration required.

Recurring

Cooking Galley

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

Stop by the Cooking Galley to try a healthy snack that is so delicious kids don’t even realize it’s good for them!  This program is free and open to visitors of all ages – no prior registration required.

Recurring

Kinder-Ready

Come join us on this weekly adventure of play and learning to get ready for kindergarten!  Occurring Wednesdays in our Tinkering Tank from 9:30-11:30 beginning July 10th through August 28th, this “Super-Fun” readiness program is designed for children entering kindergarten to practice skills in preparation for the upcoming school year.  Age-appropriate activities touching on all developmental areas will be covered Read more about Kinder-Ready »

$10

Cooking Galley

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

Join us in our 4th floor Cooking Galley for fun with food! This program is free and open to visitors of all ages.

Make Ice Cream with the Snow Queen

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

Escape the heat and join the Snow Queen to make your favorite summertime treat in Explore & More’s 4th floor Cooking Galley. Each participant will create their own favor and learn the science behind making ice cream. Click here for tickets! Note: Program contains dairy

$22
Upcoming Hours - OPEN: 7/5, 7/6, 7/8, 7/10-7/15 | CLOSED: 7/7, 7/9, 7/16