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
- May 11-12: Mothers & More Weekend
- June 19: Art Ventures Day Camp
- June-August: Summer Camps
Museum Hours
Open For Play: Wednesday-Sunday: 10am-4pm
Members Only: Wednesday-Sunday: 9:30am-10am
Closed: Monday and Tuesday
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.
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Santa Claus is Coming to Town
December 4, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Looking for a safe, convenient and FUN way for your children or grandchildren to see Santa this holiday season? Well, get ready because Santa Claus is Coming to Town, with the help of MusicalFare Theatre and Explore & More – The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children’s Museum, presented by Independent Health. No standing in lines and no masks required because it’s all online!
Celebrate the holiday season by joining us for 5 special video evenings with Santa as he reads festive tales like Cookies from Santa and ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas. Then celebrate and sing along to favorite songs like “Frosty the Snowman” and “Rudolph the Red-nosed Reindeer.” Top off the evening with a family fun holiday themed activity kit for the kiddos to get in the spirit of the season!
Thanks to Lawley Insurance for their support!
There are two options for ticket levels:
Santa’s Sleigh: $20 for 5 evenings of storytime and song with Santa (videos only)
Santa’s S.A.C.K.: $35 for 5 evenings of storytime and song with Santa –PLUS- a Santa’s Activity Creative Kit which includes everything you’ll need to follow along with the fun holiday activities! (videos plus one S.A.C.K.)
If you have multiple children and wish to purchase additional Santa S.A.C.K.s, please CALL MusicalFare”s Box Office at 716-839-8540.
To purchase either option:
Click here or call the MusicalFare Box Office at 716-839-8540.
Santa’s S.A.C.K.s MUST be picked up directly from Explore & More, located at 130 Main Street, Buffalo, 14202, from December 15th – December 18th during business hours.
