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.
Advance ticket purchases are encouraged but not required. You can purchase tickets here.
☀️ Open: Monday and Wednesday-Saturday: 10am-4pm (Members Only at 9:30am)
☀️ Super Sweet Sundays – Open: August 11, August 25: 10am-4pm (Members Only at 9:30am)
🕙 Closed: Tuesdays, August 4, August 18, September 2
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.
Families can taste their way through all of Buffalo’s best-loved foods, with fun activities throughout the museum and in each of our education studios! Tickets are $15, $4 for members. Vendors Include: Grassroots Gardens Milk for Health West Side Bazaar (Various Vendors) La Nova Pizza Cornell Co-Op/Eat Smart NY Sahlen's Hot Dogs Kith & Kin Bakeshop and Bistro (All gluten Read more about Bite Size Buffalo »
Due to the outbreak of COVID-19 in Erie County, Explore & More will be temporarily closed until further notice.
We love these evenings and miss doing them so much that we decided to do a virtual one this week!! Here is a list of just some of what we have in store for all of our friends!! Everyone is welcome! - 9 am - You can watch a Sara Rogers Music video that is targeted at all children, including Read more about Virtual Au-Some Evening »
Virtual Show & Tell Tuesdays Who is ready for some show and tell!? We will be hosting Show & Tell Tuesdays on Zoom each week at 10AM. The virtual program is free and open to anyone! Just register for the zoom event and have your little one bring a sanity saver they've made, their favorite stuffed animal or anything Read more about Virtual Show & Tell »
This creative week-long drop-off program is designed to expose children to different forms of art. Participants in this program will experience pottery, painting, musical arts and so much more - all while exploring our seven play zones! Recommended Age Range: 5-7 years old Date: July 13 – July 17 (Monday – Friday) Time: 8:30am – 4:30pm Price per child: $275 Read more about Art Camp »
Grab your lab goggles and join us this summer for Tinker Camp! Spend the week exploring STEM topics and design challenges that range from building robots to rocket ships - discover the true maker in you! Recommended Age Range: 7-9 years old Date: August 3 - August 7 (Monday – Friday) Time: 8:30am – 4:30pm Price per child: $275 per Read more about STEM Camp »
Virtual Cook the Books cook the books with us this august as we read and cook our way through an adventure! each class will focus on one story and a recipe that goes along with it. classes can be taken individually or you can sign up for all four! Note: classes will be hosted via Zoom. Please be sure to Read more about Virtual Cook the Books »
It’s finally time to celebrate our one-year birthday at Canalside! So what if it’s a little belated? We just wanted to wait so we could celebrate with you! For two weeks we will host family fun activities inside the museum and virtually. Children can participate in a scavenger hunt throughout the museum and win prizes. Little ones can write down Read more about First Birthday Party In Person »
It’s finally time to celebrate our one-year birthday at Canalside! So what if it’s a little belated? We just wanted to wait so we could celebrate with you! Check our Facebook & website for fun Birthday themed activities, Storytime videos and other special surprises!
From August 19th-23rd we will have an online auction. Help support the museum and get a jump start on your Holiday shopping (that's right we said it!) Great items include a smart TV, a Calloway golf bag with stand, a Weber grill, gift cards, camping supplies, back to school backpacks, autographed Bills & Sabres memorabilia and lots of toys. You Read more about Online Auction- First Birthday Party »